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My grandparents are in their 70s and my aunt is milking them for all their worth what can i do?

Asked over 2 years ago - Coffeyville, KS

Grandparents are in 70s grandfather is at home and takes care of himself , grandmother is in hospital, from a stroke and she can not take care of herself but is in a great state of mind. My aunt whom has had a couple of part time jobs in the past 40 some odd years and I mean 2 , my grandparents have taken care of her all of her life. They have now put her on their checking account and she writes checks for whatever her and her family needs. now she is putting my grandmother in a nursing home even though she doesnt want to go and I have said we can and will take care of her at home. Can I do anything to stop her control over my grandparents lives.

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Joel Steven Weissler

Reputation Level 9

Answered over 2 years ago. Elder Law Attorney in San Diego, CA.

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The infrastructure to protect seniors varies state to state. Here in California my first call would be to 'Adult Protective Services'. The equivalent government unit in KS is probably similarly named. Possibly Senior Protective Services. My second call would be to a qualified elder law attorney with experience in creating conservatorships. Although generosity by your Grandparents to their daughter is somewhat natural, the question is whether it is love and generosity or the result of fear or what we call undue influence. Seventies is young -- they may need to preserve those assets to handle future needs. It is appropriate for you to seek counsel to prevent your grandparents from being financially abused. If appropriate to protect them. A conservatorship/guardianship can be used to take control of their circumstances. Seek local counsel --

Very truly yours,

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Keenan M. Post

Reputation Level 14

Answered over 2 years ago. Elder Law Attorney in Shawnee Mission, KS.

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I generally agree with the first answer. Because your grandparents seem to be in a good state of mind, you need to have a loving conversation with them to help them see what your aunt is doing. This is challenging but needs to be done. If they want to stay at home and can afford to do so, or stay with you, that should be what happens; if your aunt is pilfering their funds their options will be limited. Contact me if you need assistance.
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