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Hi Friend, A new year has a way of highlighting unfinished business, especially the kind that sits quietly in a file drawer until a crisis forces it into the spotlight. If you’re caring for a loved one, this is a good time to take stock of something that often gets delayed: having the right legal and medical paperwork in place before it’s needed. Many families are caught off guard when a medical emergency or sudden decline happens. Without clear documentation, spouses and/or adult children are left guessing about medical wishes, scrambling to access bank accounts, and navigating court processes at the worst possible moment. That’s why I want to share our latest guide: The 5 Most Essential End-of-Life Documents for Seniors: A Caregiver’s Guide to Peace of Mind These five documents act as a roadmap for families when decisions need to be made quickly: • Advance Healthcare Directive (Living Will + Healthcare Proxy) When these documents are in place, families can focus on care and recovery instead of legal hurdles. When they’re missing, it can lead to months of delays, thousands in legal fees, and significant stress. You will also find: This is not about being morbid. It’s about protecting your loved one’s wishes and sparing your family from avoidable chaos. If you’ve been meaning to “get to this” but haven’t found the right moment, this is a practical place to start. 👉 Read the full article and access the checklist here--> The 5 Most Essential End-of-Life Documents for Seniors: A Caregiver’s Guide to Peace of Mind Product Spotlight: The Wrap (Maintains dignity while bathing)The Wrap is a lightweight shower and bath wrap designed to preserve dignity and reduce stress during bathing. There is a Wrap for Women and a Wrap for Men both from Dignity Bath and Spa. We ordered The Wrap to see it for ourselves, and can verify that it would be useful for someone who is bashful, anxious, or shy about bathing. The Wrap is made from quick-drying, soft fabric and covers private areas while still allowing you or a caregiver to assist with washing. This helps shift the focus away from exposure and toward comfort, conversation, and reassurance during bathing. *Daily Caring may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this newsletter. Is there a useful product you'd like us to share with others? Or a product you want us to test? Reply to this email and let us know! Warmly, Amie and Chris You Might Also Like...Video: Estate Planning 101
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