I tend to focus on the gear and technological aspects of survival, but occasionally we touch on the all-important mental considerations. I was reminded this week that sometimes survival planning also involves making sure you’ve adequately prepared for even the most unsatisfactory circumstances, not surviving.
Having the bases covered for these eventualities makes a lot of sense and takes a considerable amount of sting out of an otherwise stressful time.
Most communities have legal advice and assistance available on a low or no-cost service. Some lawyers will advise you of the applicable laws and help fill out the appropriate forms as a community service.
Many hospitals have legal services departments that can help if brought in ahead of time. These lawyers are possibly the most up to date and well informed on the subject and know how to work the system toward any desired outcome in what can be a very complicated area of the law.
The AARP has information and forms available and does some good work in informing the public as to the options and legalities on end of life issues. They deserve credit for that. But I personally can't really recommend anyone join the AARP. Because they are, in essence, an insurance company that caters to people over 50 by organizing and selectively lobbying for them as a way to endear themselves to potential a lucrative customer base.
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