Mark E. Wight

Mark E. Wight Estate Planning Attorney, focusing on Trusts, Wills, Trust Administration and Probate.

Mark Wight, Attorney at Law, is the founder and president of Idaho Estate Planning Law Firm and also the author of "Get Real: Planning for Life, Death, and Disability." Educator for Wealth Counsel and Atticus, Board Member at HAPPEN Idaho, Author and Senior advocate.

Planning for aging or caregiving should never start in a crisis.We just published a new blog exploring how Idaho familie...
06/16/2026

Planning for aging or caregiving should never start in a crisis.

We just published a new blog exploring how Idaho families, caregivers, and even concerned neighbors can navigate aging with confidence by starting with education first. The article highlights trusted Idaho resources, including LEARN Idaho, and explains how early education leads to better legal, healthcare, and estate planning outcomes.

If you are caring for aging parents, supporting a loved one with disabilities, or planning ahead for your own future, this is a helpful place to begin.

👉 Read the blog here:
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Caregiving doesn’t come with a handbook but Idaho families now have a trusted place to start.LEARN, Idaho offers 200+ on...
06/09/2026

Caregiving doesn’t come with a handbook but Idaho families now have a trusted place to start.

LEARN, Idaho offers 200+ on-demand videos, created by vetted local professionals, covering aging, caregiving, legal planning, health, technology, and end-of-life issues.

Listen in as Mark Wight talks with Darra Wray on the Senior Matters Podcast as they discuss resources at your fingertips.

Start here: https://www.learnidaho.org

Aging in place sounds simple until safety, cost, and isolation enter the conversation. In this episode of Senior Matters...
06/02/2026

Aging in place sounds simple until safety, cost, and isolation enter the conversation.

In this episode of Senior Matters, Mark Wight and Nate Benjamin of Homewatch Caregivers explore how vetted caregivers and smart technology are changing home care for Idaho seniors.

Listen now to learn what families should know before care needs increase.

https://idahoestateplanning.com/podcast

Many older adults assume family will be there when they need help. For a growing number of people, that simply isn’t the...
05/12/2026

Many older adults assume family will be there when they need help. For a growing number of people, that simply isn’t the case.

Solo aging is becoming more common. Planning ahead for healthcare decisions, housing, and social connections helps protect independence and quality of life.

https://idahoestateplanning.com/podcast

Funeral and memorial traditions are changing.Families are choosing celebrations of life, personalized gatherings, and mo...
05/05/2026

Funeral and memorial traditions are changing.

Families are choosing celebrations of life, personalized gatherings, and more meaningful ways to honor loved ones. Our newest Senior Matters blog explains what is changing, why it matters, and how planning can ease stress for families.

Read the full blog here: https://bit.ly/4rJJl4c

Funerals are changing, and families are choosing more personal, meaningful ways to honor life.From celebrations of life ...
04/28/2026

Funerals are changing, and families are choosing more personal, meaningful ways to honor life.

From celebrations of life to eco-friendly options like terramation, this episode of the Senior Matters Podcast explores how memorial practices are evolving and why documenting your wishes can spare loved ones unnecessary stress.

Listen to this episode of Senior Matters Podcast and learn what families should know before a loss occurs. https://idahoestateplanning.com/podcast

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. The awesome lady next to me here is my daughter, Camille, at her graduation from ...
04/23/2026

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. The awesome lady next to me here is my daughter, Camille, at her graduation from my alma mater law school in 2013. She is a Guardian ad Litem in the state of Utah. Every month is Child Abuse Prevention Month for her and her colleagues. They are appointed by the court to represent the best interests of children and teens in cases of alleged abuse, neglect and dependency. They advocate for each child's welfare, ensuring their voice is heard in legal proceedings.

This is a heavy load. Camille carries it with professionalism, grit, wit and deep concern and care for the welfare of our children. They are in good hands with her. She would prefer, of course, that her efforts weren't needed at all. But, for now they are.

Please remember these children this month and find a place to give your time and/money -- not just this month, but throughout the year.

And, oh, Happy Birthday Camille!

What really happens after a death?Most families don’t realize how quickly decisions must be made or how much coordinatio...
04/21/2026

What really happens after a death?

Most families don’t realize how quickly decisions must be made or how much coordination happens behind the scenes. From funeral industry standards and service options to rising costs and the emotional impact on families, there is far more involved than most people expect.

We’ve published a new blog that explains what Idaho families should know, why planning matters, and how thoughtful conversations today can ease stress during grief.

https://idahoestateplanning.com/idaho-estate-planning-elder-care-blogs/

Most families don’t realize how much happens immediately after a death or how quickly decisions must be made.In this pod...
04/14/2026

Most families don’t realize how much happens immediately after a death or how quickly decisions must be made.

In this podcast episode of Senior Matters, we talk about funeral industry standards, why costs add up so fast, how modern culture has changed the way we grieve, and why pre-planning is one of the greatest gifts you can leave your family.
This is an honest, educational conversation for Idaho families who want to understand what really happens and how to protect their loved ones from stress and uncertainty.

https://idahoestateplanning.com/podcast

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