by David Edwards | Jul 4, 2023
Elder Care Assistant Doug was born in Springfield a long time ago. The Cantrall family has deep roots in Sangamon County, as evidenced by the Village of Cantrall being named after one of Doug’s forefathers. “Cantralls have been here for more than 200... 
by David Edwards | Apr 7, 2022 | Aging Parents, EC-ChallengesOfCarePage, Nursing Home
Taking care of these seven things before your parent goes to the nursing home will save you time, money, and heartache. The decision to go into a nursing home is rarely an easy one, but there are things you can do to make the transition is a little easier. In this... 
by David Edwards | Sep 1, 2021 | Wills and Trusts
Every estate plan has three elements that determine whether it succeeds or fails. The ultimate measure of a plan’s success is, “Does it do what I want it to do in my absence?” With the following three components in place, your plan is much more... 
by David Edwards | May 6, 2021 | Aging Parents, Elder Care Advising
As anyone who is aging can tell you, the old saying is true: The days may be long, but the years are short. Time may be speeding by so much that there’s a good chance you haven’t sat down to discuss with loved ones the different things you should... by David Edwards | Feb 25, 2021 | End of Life, Power of Attorney
Diagnoses like dementia and cancer are hard to receive. While these conditions are often treatable, and it’s possible to live with them for a significant length of time, the unfortunate truth is that no one can live forever. That’s why it’s important...