by David Edwards | Oct 16, 2018 | Aging Parents, Elder Care Advising, Nursing Home
You may have read in a previous post that Buzz Aldrin has been fighting with his children over his own competency. Aldrin’s children are concerned that he is not able to make good choices any longer… In that same article we talked with Attorney Amanda... 
by David Edwards | Oct 10, 2018 | Aging Parents, Elder Care Advising
Astronaut Buzz Aldrin has been in the news a lot recently. Aldrin, his children, and even his business manager, are embroiled in a lawsuit over whether Aldrin is competent to continue managing his finances and his life. Sadly, this guardianship feud between Aldrin and... by David Edwards | Sep 11, 2018 | Aging Parents, Elder Care Advising
Every week we talk with several families who are worried about the challenges of aging and call us for help. Recently, a family was concerned about mom’s declining memory and dementia. Mom is mostly unaware of her inability to handle things on her own... 
by David Edwards | Jul 30, 2018 | Aging Parents, Elder Care Advising
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) continue to mail out new Medicare cards to residents of Illinois. The rollout started in June, but continues into July. Sadly, along with any big wholesale change like this (affecting roughly 60 million seniors... 
by David Edwards | Jul 26, 2017 | Aging Parents, Power of Attorney
Every estate plan needs a good helper(s). Choosing helpers can be really tough. These people will be responsible for making decisions when you can’t make them for yourself. A power of attorney for healthcare will allow someone to help you make a variety of... by David Edwards | Jun 21, 2017 | Aging Parents, Elder Care Advising
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was observed recently, and we shared some helpful information in our email newsletter. (Sign up for our educational newsletter here.) Elder abuse is a complex issue that can encompass physical and emotional abuse, neglect, and...