The Administrative Part of Caregiving Doesn’t Stop When the Person Dies
Dear Carol: After 13 years of caring for my ill mother, she died peacefully. I expected the paradoxical grief and relief you write about, but what I didn’t expect was the nearly overwhelming amount of administrative work that followed. Mom had the normal legal documents in place, yet the next steps seemed endless. I’m through it now, but I’m writing to suggest that you address some of what we all face after a family member dies. Thanks for your support! – SF
Dear SF: My heartfelt condolences on your mom’s passing. Yes, mixed emotions are normal, but even so, we must carry on. Thankfully, your mother was responsible and did the basic legal planning. That is a gift to our families.
How to begin after-death legal work: Start with a plan to help you get and stay organized. Use your preferred method of…
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