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Dad died...now my 90 year old grandmother should be with me, right?

My dad died and he only appointed a friend of his to take care of his mom and not me. I'm over 30 yrs old, married and have a child. Well, I want to take care of my grandma. I know it's a lot to handle, but I'm strong and we'll get through it. What rights do we have? We are her ONLY remaining family now. Her husband and ONLY child are gone. Now what? Since I wasn't written into his will, do I have to go to battle with this friend of my father's? p.s. I found out that my father's caregiver was stealing money out of his checking account. What rights do I have to stop her now that he's dead? Who do I contact to have this investigated? Her employment or the police?


Asked on 12/15/07, 9:47 pm

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John Davidson Law Office of John A. Davidson

Re: Dad died...now my 90 year old grandmother should be with me, right?

First, as to who takes care of Grandmother:

Unless Grandmother is mentally incompetent to make decisions start by asking her what she wants. Also, just because someone was named in the will doesn't mean they want or have to care for your grandmother. You should talk to them and see how they feel about you taking care of Grandmother. I suspect if all parties concerned sit down and talk about it you can come to an agreement.

Second, Father's caregiver stealing money. You have to report that to the police in the jurisdiction where the alleged crime occurred. Or in the alternative check with the county's department on Aging.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me. The initial consultation is free.

{John}

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Answered on 12/17/07, 8:58 am


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