by Helen's Plan | Jan 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
My mother and father quit smoking early in 1972 when mom found out she was pregnant with Maribeth. In the subsequent three years mom had picked it back up before her pregnancy with me. Growing up I would beg and plead, I would try and bribe or trick her into quitting....
by Helen's Plan | Jan 10, 2023 | Uncategorized
The state of South Dakota has numerous resources and options in place for individuals in need of care or assistance. Use this guide to navigate the services available for adults 60+ in our state. DIVISION OF LONG TERM SERVICES AND SUPPORTS The Division of Long Term...
by Helen's Plan | Jan 3, 2023 | End of Life Planning
Last night we watched a young man have a heart attack live on TV in front of millions upon millions of people. It was something we couldn’t look away from. As they came back from commercial, the announcers said something to the effect that the EMTs had been performing...
by Helen's Plan | Oct 21, 2022 | Estate Planning
Earlier this month, we spoke with Lindsay Harris, an Estate & Business Planning Attorney at Harris Law & Co., in Sioux Falls, for insights on estate planning and how to start preparing and managing assets. – Lindsay, what is your take on wills versus...
by Helen's Plan | Oct 4, 2022 | End of Life Planning
Today, our parents and elders are learning to embrace their life plans with dignity and independence as they strive to stay active and involved as they age. Parents at this life stage create opportunities for conversation about what they want their future to look...