Decision Advocates

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from the Care Choice Comprehensive Network! 🥳

West County Psychological Associates, Decision Advocates, and Care Choice Care Management all wish you and yours a very wonderful 2026!

Thank you for entrusting us with your healthcare decisions in 2025. Thank you also to our partner organizations who helped keep our community healthy this year.

12/25/2025

We hope your holidays are a total hoot! May your season be filled with owl-some memories, owl-the-best treats, and nights that are simply owl-tstanding. Don't let the winter chill ruffle your feathers—just stay cozy and keep soaring!

12/22/2025

A valuable guide for holiday visits this season.

12/16/2025

🚨 The Tipping Point: When Is It Time to Call Decision Advocates?

​It’s often difficult to watch a loved one struggle with addiction, mental health issues, or chronic non-compliance with medical care. You might be asking: When do I move from supporting them to calling for professional help?

​At Decision Advocates, we specialize in helping families navigate these complex crossroads with compassion and clarity through professional interventions.

​Three Signs It's Time for a Free Consultation:

​The Decline Is Accelerating: You notice a sudden, consistent, or rapidly worsening change in behavior (i.e., escalating substance use, severe isolation, critical failure to manage health issues).

​Harm is Imminent (or Happening): Your loved one's behavior is causing immediate danger to themselves or others, or they are risking job loss, legal trouble, or eviction.

​Your Family is Exhausted: You and other family members have tried every approach - talking, begging, arguing, and are burned out, constantly worried, and have run out of options. You cannot fix this alone.

​Decision Advocates provides the experienced, neutral interventionist necessary to break the cycle and motivate your loved one toward treatment.

​If you’ve hit a wall, it’s not too late. The first step toward change is a conversation.

​➡️ Schedule your free, confidential consultation today: DecisionAdvocates.com/contact-us

📞 Or call us 24/7 at (314)200-5097

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12/05/2025

If you couldn't speak for yourself tomorrow, who would speak for you?

​It’s a heavy question, but an important one. For many—especially "solo agers" or those with distant family—the answer isn't clear. That uncertainty leaves your medical care, your finances, and your dignity at risk during a crisis.

​At Decision Advocates, we serve as your professional voice. Whether acting as your Power of Attorney, Guardian, or Conservator, we ensure your wishes are honored with ethical precision and compassion.

​You don’t have to burden a friend or worry about being alone in the process. We are your safety net.

​Secure your future today.
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Our organization commits to offering personalized, empathetic, and respectful health care and decision-making support. We prioritize the least restrictive approaches to ensure that the dignity, safety, and overall quality of life of our clients are enhanced to the utmost degree. Our goal is to provi...

11/30/2025

Turkey? Devoured. 🦃
Nap? Taken. 😴
Future? Secured. ✅

​Okay, maybe you haven't done that last one yet. When you're ready to emerge from your holiday hibernation, Decision Advocates is here to navigate the complex (and admittedly less delicious) world of Healthcare Power of Attorney and Guardianship.

Visit us now at:​DecisionAdvocates.com
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11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful for your support and trust. We hope you have a relaxing, safe, an wonderful holiday weekend!

11/06/2025

🍁 November is here, and we've compiled a list of 8 can't-miss happenings in St. Louis! 🍻🍂 Grant's Farm, Laumeier Sculpture Park and Cherokee Street are just a few of the featured locations this month. See the full list. ⬇️

10/23/2025

Why do people seek a health care power of attorney?

People seek a healthcare power of attorney (POA) to ensure their medical wishes are honored if they become unable to communicate or make decisions for themselves. A healthcare POA appoints a trusted person, called an agent or proxy, to make medical decisions on their behalf. This is an essential part of an advance care plan for all adults, not just the elderly.

Key reasons for seeking a healthcare POA:

To maintain control over medical care: A healthcare POA is a powerful expression of your autonomy. It ensures that decisions about your treatments, medications, and end-of-life care reflect your personal values and preferences.

To avoid family conflict: In a stressful medical emergency, family members may disagree on the best course of action. A healthcare POA prevents confusion and disputes by clearly designating one person to make decisions based on your stated wishes.

To prevent delays in medical care: Without a designated agent, doctors and hospitals may need to wait for a court to appoint a guardian to make decisions, which can be a lengthy and time-consuming process. A healthcare POA allows your agent to act quickly and decisively in critical situations.

To give peace of mind: Knowing that a trusted person is legally authorized to make medical decisions for you can provide great peace of mind, alleviating anxiety about potential future health scenarios.

To avoid court intervention: If you become incapacitated without a healthcare POA, a court may appoint a conservator or guardian who may not be the person you would have chosen. This process can be expensive and emotionally draining for your loved ones.

To empower a trusted advocate: The person you name as your agent can advocate for your care by talking to doctors and accessing your medical records, which is crucial for making informed decisions.

To plan for life's unpredictability: Unexpected events like a serious accident, stroke, or sudden illness can happen at any age. Creating a healthcare POA ensures you have a plan in place before such an event occurs.

Find out more at DecisionAdvocates.com now.

10/14/2025

Hello, to the 50 new followers to our page. 👋 We are touched by your support of Decision Advocates. Thank you, thank you!

10/09/2025

We broke 20 followers for our new page. How about that! Thank you to everyone who took the time to show us some support. You are very appreciated.

09/24/2025

What would happen if you couldn't make your own healthcare decisions?

​It’s a difficult question to ask, but it's a critical one. Too often, people wait until a crisis to consider who will speak for them. Without a plan, these choices can be left to a court or a family member who may not know your true wishes.

​At Decision Advocates, we believe in being proactive. We are here to help you get your affairs in order, not just for you, but for your loved ones. We provide compassionate guidance on establishing a Durable Health Care Power of Attorney, ensuring your voice is heard and your decisions are honored, even when you can't speak for yourself.

​Don't wait for a crisis to take control of your future. Secure your peace of mind and the peace of mind of your family.

​Learn more at decisionadvocates.com or call us for a free consultation at (314) 200-5097.

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