The Elder Law Hawai'i Handbook: Protecting Your Health, Wealth, and Personal WishesThis text describes the essential information needed by individuals and their families or partners who face serious issues such as declining health and the need for long-term care, appropriate legal and financial planning, and dealing with death, bereavement and grief. |
Contents
INTRODUCTION | 1 |
Personal and BusinessFinancial Affairs | 63 |
Medical Treatment and Making Health Care | 87 |
Copyright | |
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