Early Warning Signs of Decline in Aging Parents

Subtle health changes often come before a family crisis. An estate planning attorney and a gerontology specialist explain what to watch for. Memory lapses, a change in gait, a missed medication — the signs that precede a serious health event are usually quiet, gradual, and easy to explain away. By the time a fall or a hospitalization forces the issue, families are making major legal and medical decisions under pressure, often without the documents or authority they need. In this recorded webinar, Estate Planning Attorney Dennis M. Sandoval and Gerontology Specialist Dr. Marlon Minera, MD, of Del Oro Longevity discuss the early health changes families tend to miss, why recognizing them matters, and how healthcare planning and estate planning work together to prevent a crisis from becoming a legal emergency. WHAT THIS WEBINAR COVERS Recognizing the early signs of memory, mobility, and functional decline How falls, medication errors, and hospitalizations can quickly change family planning needs When cognitive changes may raise concerns about decision-making capacity and vulnerability How caregiver stress and family conflict can impact care and planning Why healthcare planning should be part of every estate planning conversation How proactive medical oversight helps families make informed decisions before crises occur Why "wait and see" is the costliest approach a family can take Planning tools every family should have in place CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction 1:35 Meet Dr. Marlon Minera, Geriatrician 5:06 Why Aging in Place Falls Apart 7:26 The Warning Signs Underneath the Crisis 10:46 The Five Most Common Risks for Aging Parents 11:58 What Medicare and Insurance Don't Cover 13:30 Case 1: The Retired Accountant Paying Bills Twice 14:46 Mild Cognitive Impairment vs. Dementia 18:20 Real Elder Scam Cases: $100K, $240K, and $1.2 Million 20:44 Can Anything Prevent Memory Loss? 23:01 Normal Aging or Something More Serious? 25:05 Case 2: A Sleep Aid, a Fall, and a Hip Fracture 27:45 Fall Statistics Every Family Should Know 29:12 Caregiver Stress: The Second Patient 31:09 When Family Members Do a Nurse's Job 34:54 How to Avoid and Recover From Each Risk 37:51 Exercise, Protein, and Age-Related Muscle Loss 39:54 Respite Care and the Real Cost of In-Home Help 42:47 How Planning Qualifies You for IHSS, PACE, and Medi-Cal 45:08 Isolation, Stress, and Senior Mental Health 46:36 Why an Estate Plan Can't Be One and Done 49:41 Proactive vs. Reactive Health Care 51:55 Key Takeaways 57:37 How to Talk to a Parent About What You've Noticed 59:29 Free Consultation and Upcoming Webinars PRESENTED BY Dennis M. Sandoval — Managing Partner, Sandoval Legacy Group. California State Bar Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law and in Taxation Law, and a Certified Elder Law Attorney. Dr. Marlon Minera, MD — Gerontology Specialist, Del Oro Longevity. SCHEDULE A FREE CONSULTATION 951.787.7711 info@sandovallegacygroup.com Serving families in Riverside, Corona, Newport Beach, Los Angeles, Temecula Valley, San Diego, Vista, and San Francisco. This video is general educational information, not legal or medical advice. Laws change and every situation is different — consult an attorney or physician about your specific circumstances.