Shannon Pawley, The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm Owner, helps readers understand the progression of Alzheimer’s Disease.

DECATUR, GA, March 20, 2025: Shannon Pawley, Owner of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm, has posted a new article on the law firm’s website entitled “When Someone Has Alzheimer’s Disease, When Is the Right Time to Transition to Professional Care,” in which Ms. Pawley provides important information for family caregivers.

As Pawley points out, “Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive and degenerative brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. “   She continues adding, “I have personal experience watching this disease turn my mother into a shell of a human being who no longer recognizes anyone she once loved.” Pawley explains, “As Alzheimer’s advances, it can become increasingly difficult for individuals with the disease to manage daily activities and maintain their independence. For anyone who has a loved one with an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, determining when to transition to professional care is one of the most challenging decisions you are likely to face.”

“As Alzheimer’s progresses,” Pawley writes, “the symptoms gradually worsen. In the early stages, individuals may experience mild memory loss and confusion but can still perform daily tasks. As the disease progresses to the middle and late stages, cognitive decline intensifies, and individuals may struggle with basic activities like eating, dressing, or remembering familiar faces and places. In the final stages, individuals often lose the ability to communicate and require full-time care.”

According to Pawley, “The decision to transition a loved one into professional care, be that at home or in a full-time care facility, depends on the stage of Alzheimer’s disease and the level of assistance required.” She provides important signs that indicate it may be time to consider professional care, with safety concerns being at the top of the list.

The entire article can be read here: When Someone Has Alzheimer’s Disease, When Is the Right Time to Transition to Professional Care

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.