Veterans Interview with Cassandra Pietz, retired Private 1st class, U.S. Army, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. Cassandra joined the Army in New Hampshire when she was 17 years old.
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli explains that there is no better time for funeral pre-planning than when you’re diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, while you’re fully cognizant of your wishes. Get things down on paper for someone who would be coming on your behalf, so they can honor your wishes and not have to guess or make assumptions.
Jim, Katie and Tam Katzin from MBK Senior Living explore senior living options.
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements explains how siblings, the aunt or uncle of a loved one have a different role than the caregiver. They get the surprises, the cold water splashed in your face a lot, or are confronted with feelings of being inept, not knowing what to do. Even for the non-caregiving family member, it’s helpful to look and see what’s not getting done, such as weeding the garden. We talk about things you can do to be a supportive family member.
Victoria Smith at Visiting Hooves talks about therapy animals.
Seahawks Legend Jordan Babineaux joins Answers for Elders to talk about his non-medical transport company, Assure Ride, which provides transportation to and from medical appointments. In Puget Sound, transportation barriers include age, mobility, disability, education, economics and employment. It enables seniors to remain self-reliant once they give up driving. To learn more and book a ride, go to https://www.assureride.com.
David Clemons talks about Long Term Care Funding.
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Master Sergeant Kenneth Ellis, a 27-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washi
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about consumer rights when it comes to funeral planning, governed by the FCC. When shopping and pre-planning for either a casketed funeral or cremation is that the company is required to be able to present a general price list covering services as well as a casket price list.
Nikki Leith from Wall Group Law in Edmonds, WA talks about senior legal matters that affect the family. The firm handles estate planning, elder law and probate. Oftentimes you’re not dealing just with the client, but also the client’s family.