How to Prepare Emotionally and Financially for Serious Illness

Tracy Heath is taking a holistic approach to serious illness and dying, finding a healthy balance of emotional, physical, and financial well-being.  Although her family never discussed end of life issues, Tracy made her way to estate planning work. Tracy lost both her parents while Tracy was still in her 20’s, had small children, and was working a full time job. Her family experienced the impact of four deaths within three years.  Tracy learned many of the hard lessons that caregiving teaches, including the value of advance care planning.  Using a unique combination of financial acumen and holistic wellness knowledge, Tracy creates a cohesive and strong foundation regardless of the situation people find themselves.

Here are some highlights from this episode:

• Tracy realized her friends (also in their 20’s) didn’t have relatable experience of loss. 
• She advises clients to address not only financial wellness, but physical and mental health as well.
• Dealing with executor tasks after a death impacts family members emotionally. 
• Tracy advises everyone to choose an Appointment Partner, someone who is reliable and trustworthy to attend medical or financial appointments. Good communication skills are essential in an Appointment Partner. 
• Appointment Partners don't have to be family; getting a friend to fil this role can be beneficial.  

Connect with Tracy Heath: LinkedIn: Tracy Heath | LinkedIn Website: www.TracyMHeath.com Link: Tracy M Heath Instagram: Instagram Purchase your copy of Before Goodbye: Your Emotional, Physical and Financial guide When a Loved One is Diagnosed With a Serious Illness on Amazon or Barnes & Noble 

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