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By Stephanie Burrows, Allen Tate Realtors Move – just the word alone can send fear, cause anxiety and may even cause analysis by paralysis. It can be a daunting task at any stage of life, but for seniors, it often…

By Kim Reyes, Benefits Counselor,SC Appalachian Council of Governments Usually the saying, “Don’t fix it if it ain’t broke” is good advice to follow. However, with Medicare’s open enrollment period for 2025 which is October 15 – December 7th, you…

By Margaret Kunes, MHA, CMC As we age, life becomes a delicate balancing act between independence and safety. Adult children are often faced with the challenge of stepping in to assist aging parents while respecting their autonomy. For those overwhelmed…

What is the Nurses Honor Guard They are Nurses who volunteer their time to attend the funeral services of other nurses, performing the Nightingale Tribute and Last Call to Duty and Last Call to Duty at the funeral or memorial…

By Irv Condon, Probate Judge for Charleston County and Dena Byrum, Judicial Law Clerk INTRODUCTION Proper estate planning involves a trust and a will, financial and health care powers of attorney, and advance directives like the five wishes, living will,…