by David Edwards | Dec 12, 2023 | Elder Care Advising
The holiday season has arrived again, and there’s a lot to do! Baking, shopping, decorating, planning, wrapping, etc. The hustle and bustle of the season will usually be followed by special times with our friends and family, so this is a great time to check in... by David Edwards | Nov 30, 2023 | Elder Care Advising, Medicaid/Medicare
As we approach the new year, important news has arrived for retirees across the nation. The Social Security Administration recently announced a 3.2 percent increase in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for 2024. This welcome news means... by David Edwards | Nov 15, 2023 | Elder Care Advising, Estate Planning
The Truth About Adding Your Child(ren) to Your Bank Account Many parents think that “adding their children to their bank account” is an easy way to be sure their kids can help if something unexpected happens, but it can cause some unintended consequences.... by David Edwards | Apr 28, 2023 | Aging Parents, Elder Care Advising
On Thursday, April 27, 2023, Edwards Group Elder Care Director Melissa Coulter and Elder Care New Client Specialist Audri Richard spoke to a crowd of over 60 people at The Event Center of Montgomery County in Hillsboro, Illinois. The event, titled “Protect Your... by David Edwards | Jan 25, 2023 | Elder Care Advising, VA Benefits
Do you know anyone who is a veteran? Are they over the age of 65, and did they serve during wartime (World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Gulf War)? If they are struggling with the challenges of aging – activities of daily living, living independently, grappling with the... by David Edwards | Nov 29, 2022 | Elder Care Advising, Family Farm
Family farming revolves around the land. Farmland is often passed down from generation to generation. The assets, skills, and work ethic that have been poured into the farm are the family’s legacy. The act of passing on the land to one’s children is a rite...