Can a person diagnosed with Alzheimer's and dementia for several years sign a Will 2 months before being put in a care facility?
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Would they be "of sound mind"
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The test of mental capacity is at signing of one's will the testator would recognize the scope of his or her property, the natural subjects of his or her bounty, and the conduct to distribute the property. The diseases could affect but not necessarily.
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