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Federal Circuit Judge Pauline Newman, the oldest sitting federal judge at 95, faces a legal battle over her refusal to step down amid concerns about her mental competency.
A new training tool helps to assess whether some seniors can make informed choices about their own care and well-being.
"Assessment of Older Adults with Diminished Capacities, 2nd Edition" A Handbook for Lawyers , 2nd Edition | American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging and American Psychological Association Synopsis by David Godfrey The second edition of the Assessment of Older Adults with Diminished Capacities updates and builds on the groundbreaking work of the first edition published 16 years ago. The second edition incorporates developments in human rights, supported decision-making and decision supports, advances in understanding financial ability, and increased awareness of elder abuse inc...