Senior Citizens
We hope you find the publications listed below to be helpful resources on legal issues confronting senior citizens. TYLA publications, however, should not be used as a substitute for the advice of an attorney. If you have any questions about the information provided or need advice on a specific matter, please consult an attorney.
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Click on the links below to download the appropriate document.
- A helpful guide to better understanding laws affecting seniors
Seniors & the Law: A Guide For Maturing Texans
- Spanish version of Seniors & the Law: A Guide for Maturing Texans
Las Personas Adultas Mayores y la Ley - Provides an overview of these federal programs
Medicare, Medicaid, and SSI: A General Guide - Spanish version of Medicare, Medicaid, and SSI: A General Guide
Medicare, Medicaid y SSI gui general - Describes how to avoid becoming a victim when purchasing a living trust
Living Trust Scams - Spanish version of Living Trust Scams Brochure
Los Estafas Del Fideicomiso - Reviews the law on wills in Texas and how it applies to persons who die without a will. Also explains the advantages of executing a will and other legal directives
To Will Or Not To Will - Provides information on Alzheimer's disease and a general discussion of dementia.
Dealing with Dementia
Helpful Forms
- Medical Power of Attorney
Download Form - Directive To Physicians And Family Or Surrogates
Download Form - Living Trust Scam complaint to the Attorney General's office. Please also read the instructions for completing this form.
Download Form