66: A Doctor’s Perspective on Dementia and End-of-Life Care with George Elmes, M.D.

When a parent begins to decline from dementia, families are often forced to make decisions with no perfect answers—only tradeoffs. In this episode, Keith and Doug sit down with experienced physician, Dr. George Elmes, M.D., to talk candidly about helping aging parents with dementia, navigating end-of-life care, and knowing when it’s time for family members to step in.

This conversation goes beyond medical theory and into real-life scenarios families face every day: taking away car keys, recognizing cognitive decline, and deciding when independence must give way to safety. We also explore why dementia is often hidden by those diagnosed, how families miss early warning signs, and why waiting too long can leave everyone reacting instead of planning.

You’ll hear a physician’s perspective on quality of life versus quantity of life, how medical technology can extend life without improving it, and why families must think long-term—not just crisis to crisis. Most importantly, we discuss how to approach these moments with compassion, clarity, and the goal of having no regrets.

This episode is especially relevant for families with substantial assets who want to coordinate medical decisions with thoughtful financial planning—before a crisis forces rushed, emotional choices.

If your family is facing dementia or planning for aging parents, professional guidance matters. We help families align medical realities with financial clarity.

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