Episode 314- Before the Crisis: How to Have End-of-Life Conversations Early

In this episode of Aging Starts Now, Outreach Coordinator Dana Hentschel sits down with Elder Care Coordinator and End-of-Life Doula Erin Keogh‑Rankin from Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning to discuss the importance of proactive end-of-life planning. Too often, families delay these conversations until a crisis or diagnosis forces difficult decisions. This episode explores how planning ahead can give loved ones clarity, reduce stress, and ensure your wishes are honored. In this conversation, we cover: • Why end-of-life conversations should happen before there’s a diagnosis • How to start the discussion with spouses, adult children, and aging parents • Essential legal documents every adult should have • How to choose the right healthcare decision-maker • Simple steps listeners can take today to begin planning Proactive end-of-life planning isn’t about giving up control — it’s about keeping it. When you make your wishes known while you’re healthy and clear-minded, you give your family the gift of peace of mind when it matters most. If you’d like guidance putting these protections in place, contact Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning. Because aging doesn’t start at diagnosis — it starts now.