Elder Care
/ˈɛldər kɛr/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal and practical measures for assisting and protecting elderly individuals, including healthcare, housing, and guardianship considerations.
The attorney specialized in elder care law to help families arrange support for aging relatives.
Forms
- elder care
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Commentary
Elder care typically involves multidisciplinary legal issues including capacity, decision-making, and welfare protections, requiring careful integration of health and estate law.
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