The Five-Year Clock No One Sees Coming

Submitted by Tim Whisler, CRPC®, CLTC®, Certified Financial Fiduciary® President of The Whisler Agency, Peoria IL. Most people believe they will “figure out long-term care if it happens.” The problem is that by the time it happens, many of the best options are already gone. We all know that nursing home care is expensive. […]
Retiring? And/or Going on to Medicare

It’s Complicated! By Beth Cooper Ingle, CSA, Medical Reimbursement & Management Services This is complicated and you cannot afford to make a mistake. Are you turning age 65 soon and still working or your spouse is still working and have Health Insurance through an Employer Group Health Plan (EGHP)? If so, you may be […]
Dedicated to Achieving Fitness Goals

By Robert Schwander, Owner, Fitness Counseling, Inc. I am grateful that Becky Unsicker is allowing me to share her fitness journey with you. Becky was born in Peoria, Illinois and was raised in Roanoke, Illinois and attended Roanoke Benson High School. Upon graduating from high school, Becky enrolled in Illinois Central College for child […]
Spring Remodeling With an Eye on Safety

Planning Ahead for Aging in Place For many homeowners across central Illinois, spring feels like a turning point. The days get longer, the light comes back, and suddenly it feels possible to tackle projects that have been on the back burner all winter. Closets get cleaned, garages get organized, and for many people, thoughts […]