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In-home health care: when and why and who?

Many families today are providing care for an aging loved one. In fact, there are over 60 million unpaid family caregivers in U.S. today and the number will keep rising for a couple of decades. Those older years are a precious time of life for a family, and we want to handle them well. We need information, support, and resources.

We may be able to make life a little easier, and postpone transition to a care facility (if we want or need to) with some interim services. Is all this stuff confusing? Yes. Scary? Oh yeah. Hard? For sure. Let?s talk about it.

When transition and organization come together...

How would you complete that sentence? It’s hard to be happy and free in the midst of disorder. Is your home, living space, desk, or office area neat and organized? Do you wish your life and stuff was more organized, but just can’t seem to get a handle on it? Now, what about transition? The “moment of truth” in the area of organization comes when we have to move. Do you or an aging loved one need to downsize, or move to a senior residence community? What about all the accumulation? You’ll hear plenty of insights on this show about transition and organization.

Ready or not, things are likely to happen

The world is getting a little crazy these days. Just watch the news. Natural disasters such as floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, power outages. When those hit, there’s a lot of chaos and confusion. Regularly in the news these days, terrorist attacks are taking place around the world, even recently in our own country. Could a market collapse happen? Some experts say it sure could. It’s not time to panic or head for the hills, but it is time to do some preparation. This show covers some of the basics, and the importance of taking action, even if it’s just a little. Resources and events are also discussed.

Long term care insurance: counting the cost, weighing the benefits

Americans are living longer these days, and need to plan accordingly. One way to protect your assets and your family is with Long Term Care Insurance. What exactly is it? How does it work? What does it cover? How much does it cost? And what happens if you don’t have it? These are the things you need to know when considering this question: is Long Term Care Insurance right for you? This show gives you some information and insights as you deal with that important question.

When Alzheimer’s and Dementia come to your family

The various stages of memory loss can be devastating for families. Once a loved one begins to show signs, life will never be the same. What can the family do? What are the resources? How can we prepare for what’s ahead? Hear answers to these questions, including the 10 Warning Signs. It’s never too early to start paying attention to these illnesses that will ultimately take our loved one away from us, and will change everything for our family.

Follow your calling: start a nonprofit

Do you have something you have long wanted to do to make a positive difference in your world? Do you care about certain people or causes that compel you to want to get involved? Those are the hints that it could be your calling. It just could be that it’s time for you to start figuring out how to make that dream a reality. Our discussion on this show will give you inspiration and information on what things to consider in starting a nonprofit, and how to go about it.

Change of plans: the unexpected role of grandparents these days

Significant changes in our modern culture have had a major impact on our family structure and function. Family disruption and financial struggles have affected the Boomers in a big way, and have changed our relationships with our kids and grandkids. Some Boomers are called upon to provide daycare more than they thought they would, some have their kids and grandkids living with them, and a surprising number of Boomers are actually raising their grandkids. Talk about a surprise! Here are some thoughts on what’s happening, and what you can do if it is happening to you.

Don’t put this off: Your last day may come sooner than you think

There is something we have the opportunity – even the obligation – to do for our family.
And you can be assured that those we leave behind will never forget how we manage this particular matter.

You have one chance to get it right. What is this thing, and how can you get it right? This show spells it all out for you.

Smart mortgage strategies for Boomers and Millennials

If you own a home, this show is for you. As the years bring changes into our lives, we want to seek every opportunity to make the best of them, whether those changes are welcome or if they are changes we need to adjust to. There are some powerful things you can do that could make a big difference – for you and for your millennial kids or grandkids. What you hear just may get you thinking in some new and thriving ways about your home, and some unique and powerful opportunities you might have right now.

Who are you, and why are you here?

You don’t have to go through your years here on earth wondering what life is all about. In fact, until you find answers to life’s most basic questions, you won’t be able to be fully alive. When you discover who you really are, and how you fit into God’s design and plan for the world, it is a total game-changer. On this show you’ll learn about “The Identity Project”, the Bible study course that helps people dig into these fundamental questions, and how you can find answers that could literally change your life.