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Rather than post this where the topic came up, I started a new thread.
This article in the NYTimes talks a little bit about this topic: A Pacemaker Wrecks a Family's Life - NYTimes.com
I think the article helps show that even the best laid plans, don't always come to fulfillment. Does any body have experience where a professional advocate was used and cost effective?
There is an important difference between having a child care for you and having a child advocate for you.
What I'm counting on is that my son, ....
If the time comes when I'd trust a professional advocate to look out for me more than I'd trust DS, certainly not the case currently, I'll hire a professional and set up the appropriate trusts.
I hope I'm right about this. In our extended family, and in our inner circle of friends, there is a strong track record of kids being the best advocates for their elderly parents. I know that history is probably influencing me. But, your have to put your trust somewhere.
This article in the NYTimes talks a little bit about this topic: A Pacemaker Wrecks a Family's Life - NYTimes.com
I think the article helps show that even the best laid plans, don't always come to fulfillment. Does any body have experience where a professional advocate was used and cost effective?