Aging Starts Now

Do you need assistance with daily tasks? Some elders do. Elder Care Coordinator Katlyn Green speaks with Fatima Karwandyar the founder of Manana – People Helping People to share how her service can fill in the gaps of those who have care needs. Learn more at www.mananahelp.com.

What do you do if you suspect financial abuse or physical abuse of an elder? What types of services does Adult Protective Services provide? Elder Care Coordinator Katlyn Green speaks with Renee Bouchillon the Director of Adult Protective Services.

The holidays are here, and everyone is feeling jolly and festive, right? For caregivers, the holidays may bring extra heartache and stress instead of the promised joy. In today’s podcast, elder care coordinators Pati Bedwell, Debra King, and Katlyn Green talk about how to troubleshoot the feelings of guilt, sadness, and overwhelm caregivers may experience during the holiday season.

Have you ever been unsteady on your feet, needed assistance getting to the bathroom, or been stuck in a car in the middle of nowhere and needed to use the restroom? Anatomy may make it more difficult for women in these situations than men. In this podcast, elder care coordinator, Pati Bedwell speaks with Faye Prior the inventor of PottyCap, a female urinal, designed to help women with their toilet...

Are you or a loved one on TennCare or Choices? Are you familiar with the renewal process that allows you to maintain your benefits? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Public Benefits Specialist Joshua Bey about the changes to the renewal process in 2023.

Why would someone want to pre-plan their funeral? Certified Elder Law Attorney and Partner Barbara McGinnis talks with Randy Nash, owner of Sumner Funeral and Cremation about reasons to consider pre-planning for end of life.

Partner and Attorney Chris Johnson explains the benefits of a revocable living trust and who could benefit from that estate planning tool.

Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning is a Life Care Planning Law Firm, but what does that mean? How is our firm different from a traditional elder law firm? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Elder Care Coordinator Debra King, LCSW to discuss those differences and what that means when choosing a law firm to do your estate plan.

You’ve created your will, so your estate planning is done, correct? Attorneys Barbara McGinnis and Chris Johnson talk about often overlooked assets that pass outside of a will or by operation of law. Learn the importance of other detailed work that needs to make sure your estate is divvied up according to your wishes.

Do you have a loved one in an Assisted Living Community or Skilled Nursing Home? Have you ever had issues with care, meals, med management, or laundry? If you or your loved one resides in community living long enough, issues will arise. Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell outlines realistic expectations for families and tips on how to best resolve conflict with facility staff for the best outcome...

Outreach Coordinator Dana Hentschel and Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell share personal experiences and discuss ways to best advocate for your loved one in an emergency room setting.

Are you 65 or older? Then you need to listen to this episode. Everyone should review their Medicare plan annually. Not doing so could cost you lots of money. Outreach Coordinator Dana Hentschel speaks with Public Benefits Specialist Josh Hunter about what everyone should know about Annual Enrollment (October 15-December 7).

Finding reliable transportation when you can no longer drive is a real issue for seniors. Elder care coordinator Debra King, LCSW speaks with Narkita Dobson, the owner of Enlightened Angel Transport about her business and the service that she provides to the community. To learn more about Enlightened Angels Transport, visit https://enlightenedangelstransport.com/ or call 615-852-7082.

Have you heard about the Tennessee State Veterans' Homes? Do you know what services they provide? Many veterans are unaware of their services. Partner and Attorney Chris Johnson speaks with Sandra Wyatt, the Director of Clinical Services for the Tennessee State Veterans' Home.

What are ethical wills? They are not your typical last will and testament. Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell speaks with Certified Senior Advisor and Gero Doula Katlyn Clifton about ethical wills and the benefits they can offer families.

Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell about advance directives. What are advance directives? Are there different types of advance directives? Who needs advance directives? When should you consider creating an advance directive?

Are you experiencing poor balance or dizziness? Elder Care Coordinator Debra King, LCSW, speaks with Dr. Jason Baker owner of Music City Audiology about how inner ear issues can contribute to balance issues and how to get an accurate diagnosis. Learn more at https://www.musiccityaudiology.com/ or contact Dr. Baker at jasonbaker@musiccityaudiology.com or 615-208-6448.

What do you do with your loved ones’ cremains? Are there restrictions on where you can scatter their ashes? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with licensed funeral director Tiffany Widener to discover the rules around storing and scattering cremains.

Applying for TennCare (Tennessee's version of Medicaid) can be a daunting process. What happens when mistakes are made? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Public Benefits Specialist Josh Bey share a cautionary tale about what happens when you don't consult with an expert.

As an executor, what are your responsibilities? What is the first step? If you are completely overwhelmed, can you resign? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis answers frequently asked questions about being an executor of a will.

Is hearing loss inevitable as you age? Is there anything that can be done to prevent hearing loss? Elder Care Coordinator Debra King speaks with Dr. Jason Baker of Music City Audiology about hearing loss.

Why should you take the time to consult with an elder law expert? An attorney is an attorney, right? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Attorney Chris Johnson share a cautionary tale of what can happen when you don’t consult with an elder law expert. This estate planning blunder involves putting your home in your child’s name.

Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis explains the basics of Life Estates, including the pros and cons and how families can best utilize these legal tools in their estate planning.

Do you find yourself overwhelmed searching for community resources when looking for assistance? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Sheena Adams-Avery the Communications Manager with Tennessee Disability Pathfinder about how they help people with disabilities and their families find and access services. Learn more at https://www.tnpathfinder.org/about.

Did you know that people are overbilled 9 out of 10 times? Public Benefits Specialist Josh Hunter speaks with Angel Cellucci, founder of Overbrook Consultants about how to spot these errors and how to get them corrected. If you would like to download Angel’s toolkit (The Dove System), you can go to https://www.overbrookconsultants.com/ and enter code TAKACS25 for 25% off.