Aging Starts Now

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.

What are common annoyances of communal living and what is blatant disregard for someone’s wellbeing? How do you set proper expectations for your journey with assisted living? Outreach Coordinator Dana Hentschel speaks with Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell about troubleshooting issues with your assisted living community.

When considering a move to an assisted living community, how do you make the right choice? What questions should you ask? What should you watch for? Outreach Coordinator Dana Hentschel speaks with Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell about how to choose the best fit for your needs.

Do you think frailty is inevitable with age? The answer may surprise you. Elder Care Coordinator and Licensed Clinical Social Worker Debra King speaks with Baylor O Fionnáin, the Director of Rehabilitation at Advanced Health Care of Nashville, about frailty.

Many seniors find it difficult to find affordable dental care. Today we are speaking with Interfaith Dental about their program. Attorney and partner, Chris Johnson chats with representatives from Interfaith Dental, including Holly Plemons, the Chief Officer of Statewide Initiatives, and Jeff McCormick, the Chief Development Officer. To learn more about the programs, call 800-509-6055 or visit www...

What happens after a loved one dies? What are the next steps? We receive calls from families who don’t know what to do next. Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Elder Care Coordinator Debra King offer a step-by-step guide in this episode.

What is a PAE (pre-admission evaluation) for TennCare? Everyone must complete it to receive benefits. Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell speaks with Sara Fowler of GNRC about the process.

You promised your loved one that you would never put them in “the home.” But what if that is no longer possible? Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell chats with Caregiver Support Coordinator Lynn Wood of Mental Health America of the MidSouth about when the home is no longer the best option.

Most everyone has heard the term hospice. But do you really know what that means? Attorney and Partner Chris Johnson speaks with Debbie Glover of Gentiva Hospice to dispel some of the myths and misconceptions about hospice care.

Do you have Durable Power of Attorney paperwork? Attorney and Partner Chris Johnson shares why everyone over the age of 18 needs to name an attorney-in-fact and addresses other myths regarding this crucial document.

Is a reverse mortgage always a last resort? Are there other reasons to consider a reverse mortgage? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Matt Helton, branch manager of One Trust Home Loans, about rethinking reverse mortgages.

When people think about getting their affairs in order, most people think about a will. Would you be surprised to learn that a will isn’t your most important document? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Attorney Chris Johnson chat about what a last will and testament can and cannot accomplish.

Scams are everywhere! How can you spot them? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Sgt. Josh Workman, Criminal Investigations Unit Supervisor for Mt. Juliet Police Department, about popular scams in our local community.

Do you feel overwhelmed by personal clutter or the clutter of a loved one? How do decide what to keep and what to toss when it comes to sentimental items? Elder Care Coordinator Debra King speaks with Heather Shingleton, a professional declutterer, organizer, and founder of the HOB Network, about that art of “Swedish Death Cleaning.”

Are your prepared to navigate the aging journey? For most people, the answer is no. The book “A Life Care Plan” was written to help people confidently plan for age-related challenges. In this episode, the co-authors discuss why they wrote the book and why they think it is an essential read.

Are you confused by Medicare? Most people are. How do you decipher the good information from the bad? Public Benefits Specialist Josh Hunter of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law speaks with Kris Hizer, a Senior Health Benefits Consultant specializing in Medicare, about how to make sense of it all, and how to spot tricky and confusing practices.

Are you over 50? Exercise as we age is critical for our bodies to function and stave off injury and disease. In this episode, elder care coordinator Debra King speaks with Shelby Blankenship the owner of Stave Off Hendersonville, a gym targeting older adults.