Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: How can seniors with cognitive impairment keep their independence?
July 8, 2023
SeniorLAW Center was featured in an article published in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on July 8, 2023 entitled “How can seniors with cognitive impairment keep their independence?”
In this article, the author, Marilyn Perkins, discusses ways older individuals with cognitive impairments can maintain their independence as they age. New frameworks like Supportive Decision-Making empower older people to make important life decisions with the help of a trusted family member or other person in their life. Supportive Decision-Making serves as an alternative to the restrictive practice of Guardianship. Read more about Supported Decision-Making and the issues surrounding Guardianship at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.