Taking over affairs for an aging parent in mental decline

Taking over affairs for an aging parent in mental decline 
U.S. News & World Report; by Lisa Esposito and Elaine K. Howley; 12/17/24 
... Taking over affairs for an aging parent is a vast undertaking that must focus on several areas of the individual’s life and health simultaneously. Here is a step-by-step guide to approaching this process:

1. Talk with your parent early and often.
2. Seek legal and financial advisory assistance.
3. Gather information and documents.
4. Set up account access.
5. Update documents and information regularly.