What Legal Documents Do You Need After an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis?

This episode is for anyone who just heard the words “Alzheimer’s,” “early-stage dementia,” or “progressive cognitive decline” in their medical file—or who stood next to someone who did. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, afraid, or unsure what to do next, know this: 👉 You are not behind. 👉 You still have time. 👉 And there is a plan. In this episode, I walk you through the four most important legal documents you need to protect your independence, your family, and your voice—before capacity slips away. We’ll talk about: What Alzheimer’s means in legal terms How to protect your finances and health care choices When capacity becomes a legal issue Why time is of the essence—and how to act with confidence This isn’t about fear. It’s about love, clarity, and peace of mind. Timestamps: 00:00 – Facing a new Alzheimer’s diagnosis: What now? 02:15 – You are not alone—and you are still in control 03:45 – Is it too late to do estate planning? (Hint: No.) 06:00 – The four documents every diagnosed person needs 10:30 – Why timing matters and what capacity really means 13:00 – Real client story: Maria’s proactive planning 16:00 – Why your spouse cannot act without documents 18:30 – The planning process, step-by-step 22:00 – Where to store your documents + who should have copies 24:00 – Final words of encouragement: You are still you. If you or a loved one has just received a diagnosis, you don’t have to wait for things to get worse to take action. You can create a plan now—while it’s still simple, clear, and fully in your control. Ready to learn more about Rachel King: Website: https://rachelkingattorney.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thelawyerking/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@rachelkinglaw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZIOh5b6kNo3KYojIA8vKw?si=91205d1a16194e67 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rachel's book, "Getting Divorced: Now What?", is now available. Visit https://rachelkingattorney.com/ for more information and to get your copy. #AlzheimersPlanning #LegalDocumentsAlzheimers #EstatePlanningWithDementia #DementiaDiagnosisHelp #GavelsDownVoicesUp #RachelKingAttorney #AdvanceHealthCareDirective #DurablePowerOfAttorney #RevocableLivingTrust #EarlyStageDementia #ProtectYourWishes #LegalPlanningAlzheimers #ElderLawCalifornia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.