Shannon Pawley, The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm Owner, provides helpful strategies for those planning to live in their own home until the end of their lives.

DECATUR, GA, October 28, 2024: Shannon Pawley, Owner of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm, has posted a new blog on the law firm’s website entitled “Strategies and Proactive Considerations for Aging in Place.”  Ms. Pawley encourages pre-planning a major part of being able to age in place.

Pawley poses, “Have you ever heard either of the following expressions? “Getting old isn’t for the faint of heart,” (Mae West) or “Getting old ain’t for sissies,” (Bette Davis).” She continues, “They both mean the same thing, which is that there will likely be physical and mental challenges to face and embrace when living to a ripe old age.”

As Pawley notes, “We all do the best we can to age well. We eat as healthfully as we can. We exercise and have routine check-ups doing our best to maintain a healthy body and mind. With all the maintenance we do, the payoff is that people are living longer.” She goes on the emphasize, “Living longer doesn’t always mean living better. Remember the challenges I just mentioned above. And it certainly doesn’t mean that everyone will be able to live independently.”

According to Pawley, “Many, if not most people would prefer to remain in the comfort of their home until the end. But, for that to happen, you’ll need to do some pre-planning and explore proactive strategies well before any physical or cognitive issues arrive to prevent you from making important decisions regarding your care and where live and who provides your care.”

“Aging in place,” Pawley explains, “is the ability to live safely and independently in your own home or community. If you or a loved one is getting on in years, it’s time to talk about the next phase and have a conversation about where and how you/they want to live out the last years of life.”

The entire blog can be read here: Strategies and Proactive Considerations for Aging in Place

About The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm

The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm was established to serve the legal needs of retiring citizens. The Firm focuses its entire practice on providing strategies to protect independence, privacy, assets and taxes from the government. Shannon Pawley has grown her law practice by providing excellent customer satisfaction with personalized wealth protection plans.

About Shannon M. Pawley, J.D., LL.M

Shannon is the Owner and CEO of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm. Originally from the Tidewater area of Virginia, she grew up in a close-knit family with a strong tradition of military service. She learned early on the importance of integrity, hard work, and giving back to her community. Her upbringing shaped her desire to make a positive impact and instilled a deep sense of responsibility to ensure that every individual is treated with respect and care.

Her passion for serving others took root during her junior year of high school, when she served as a U.S. House of Representatives Page during the 101st Congressional Session in Washington, D.C. This life-changing experience opened her eyes to the power of diverse perspectives and the importance of advocating for those whose voices are often unheard. Inspired by the experience, Shannon decided to pursue a career in law, dedicated to guiding others through life’s most challenging moments.

Shannon’s educational journey led her to North Carolina Wesleyan College, where she earned her undergraduate degree, followed by a Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law. She then specialized further, obtaining an LL.M. in Taxation from Wayne State University. Licensed to practice in both Michigan and Georgia, Shannon is also a VA Accredited Attorney, making her a formidable advocate for her clients.

Throughout her career, Shannon has been a fierce champion for clients from all walks of life, representing everyone from international corporations to single parents. She has always been driven by a profound belief that everyone deserves to have their rights and wishes honored, especially when they are most vulnerable. Whether advocating in the courtroom or guiding families through complex legal decisions, Shannon’s mission is clear: to protect the dignity and independence of every client she serves.

Her passion for advocacy goes beyond legal representation—it’s about ensuring that people’s voices are heard, even when they may not be able to speak for themselves. Shannon is deeply committed to helping her clients age with dignity, grace, and independence, working tirelessly to prepare them and their families for the complexities of aging. Her work is more than a profession; it is a calling to serve, empower, and uplift every individual and family she has the privilege to represent.