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This year has been hard, but we still have things to be very thankful for. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your loved ones! Have a safe and happy holiday!
Brookridge Retirement Community is a Non-Profit CCRC – Continuing Care Retirement Community – in Winston Salem, NC. Brookridge is owned and operated by the Baptist Retirement Homes of North Carolina. The Brookridge lifestyle is an opportunity to experience engaging, maintenance-free living. With a robust calendar of daily activities available, residents have the option to enjoy some fun at whatever level best suits them, all within a community designed to accommodate seniors at every stage of their lives. More info here: www.retirementresourceguide.com/retirement-communities/independent-living/brookridge-retirement-c...
In these challenging economic times, many worthwhile charitable organizations find themselves in a precarious financial position. Meanwhile, they are experiencing unprecedented demand, especially those charities who provide basic needs like food and shelter. Find out more about how to help local charities right now in this recent article. Richardson Private Wealth Advisors www.retirementresourceguide.com/2020/11/09/charities-are-hurting-this-may-be-the-year-to-help/
Charities Are Hurting - This May Be The Year To Help
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James M. Richardson James M. Richardson CFPFall means cooler weather, colorful leaves, migrating geese and Medicare Mail. If you are over 65 you know what I am talking about. Medicare is confusing and the barrage of information you receive is of little help. Today I am going to explain what you need to know about Medicare planning. There are four ways to get your Medicare. You can choose original Medicare, a Medicare Savings plan, a Medicare Supplement, or a Medicare Advantage plan. Find details on these options in Rob Loenard's (The Insurance Coach) recent article here: www.retirementresourceguide.com/2020/11/09/pumpkins-falling-leaves-and-medicare-mail-time-to-revi...
Events
Understanding Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Eldercare Planning
Please join us for a free virtual seminar. While each seminar is different we will always cover general information like the following:
- Understand the advantages and disadvantages of wills and living trusts
- How smart families can transition and reposition assets to better qualify for government and VA benefits
- When to put property in your children’s names and when not to
- The estate planning documents you need right now
Each seminar will cover important elder law issues leaving you informed and ready to make the next step in your planning process. Some seminars will have a more tailored focus. It is generally sufficient to attend just one seminar. Your questions are welcome and participation at a seminar entitles qualified candidates for a free initial consultation ($350 value).
Virtual Seminars
The virtual seminars take place using Zoom and make it possible for you to attend from anywhere and still ask plenty of questions. This makes our seminars accessible to you whether its a matter of time or distance.
RSVP: https://www.elderlawfirm.com/seminar-registration/ or call 336-378-1122.
An interactive conversation on dealing with all things related to Dementia / Alzheimer’s Disease.
Please feel free to share stories and join in with questions or comments.
For more info contact Shelby: seniorcenter@senior-resources-guilford.org
www.facebook/SeniorResourcesofGuilford
336-373-4816 EXT 280
FirstLight Home Care
Understanding Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Eldercare Planning
Please join us for a free virtual seminar. While each seminar is different we will always cover general information like the following:
- Understand the advantages and disadvantages of wills and living trusts
- How smart families can transition and reposition assets to better qualify for government and VA benefits
- When to put property in your children’s names and when not to
- The estate planning documents you need right now
Each seminar will cover important elder law issues leaving you informed and ready to make the next step in your planning process. Some seminars will have a more tailored focus. It is generally sufficient to attend just one seminar. Your questions are welcome and participation at a seminar entitles qualified candidates for a free initial consultation ($350 value).
Virtual Seminars
The virtual seminars take place using Zoom and make it possible for you to attend from anywhere and still ask plenty of questions. This makes our seminars accessible to you whether its a matter of time or distance.
RSVP: https://www.elderlawfirm.com/seminar-registration/ or call 336-378-1122.
Plan for the Future: How an Estate Plan Helps Put You in Control
Presented By: James M. Richardson, Private Wealth Advisor, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ practitioner – Richardson Private Wealth Advisors
Hosted By: Richardson Private Wealth Advisors, A private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC
During this complimentary seminar, you’ll learn ways to:
- Care for the people you love, even after you’re gone.
- Leave behind a lasting, meaningful legacy.
- Manage estate tax burden – for you and your heirs.
To reserve a spot: email us at bishana.shipp@ampf.com or make your reservations online.
Latest Retirement News
Cover Story
Pickleball is Hot!
Pickleball, in fact, is not “new” at all. It was invented in 1965 by three dads summering with their families on Bainbridge Island. The sport has seen amazing growth in popularity in recent years particularly with older adults. In Florida, at The Villages, one of the South’s largest retirement communities, over 200 pickleball courts [...]
Feature Articles
Retirement Communities and COVID-19
As I am writing this issue’s article at the end of September, I can say that it seems almost all conversations begin with something about COVID-19. This is true in personal conversations as well as work related as we seek to stay current on the Virus’ impact on our retirement communities [...]
Housing
To Rent or To Own? That is the Question.
A decade ago, the 55+ market was solidly rooted in the “I want to own my own home” belief. How the housing market has changed. Just take a look at any one of the Berkley Hall communities, located in the Carolinas, and you will understand why this is true. [...]
Retirement Communities
Designing Garden Homes for the Future of Brookridge
As part of a strategic visioning process, Brookridge has announced a plan to transform their Garden Homes to better serve future residents. The Winston-Salem Life Plan Community has hired RLPS Architects, a renowned name in senior living architecture, to engineer an elegant open-concept design, with many homes complemented by generous [...]
Healthcare
Tips from Pierre – the Poodle
Pets come with huge health benefits. Caring for a pet can help relieve depression, lower stress levels, improve heart health, and help with shedding unwanted weight. To know them is to love them. Most know the immediate joys that come with sharing our lives with our fur babies [...]
Service Providers
Peace of Mind In a Season of Change
When you think about it, what’s on your list of “tolerations?” I was asked that not too long ago with a business coaching group and found it helpful. So, I’m asking you! Tolerations are those things (big or small) that are not quite right in our own life, [...]
Staying Fit & Healthy
A Fall Risk Assessment Could Help You Maintain Your Independence
Ruth, a 72-year-old retired teacher, lives alone. Ruth country line dances a few times a month, gardens, and is active in her church. She considers herself healthy. One day Ruth slips in the shower and breaks her hip. After surgery and a short stay at a rehab facility, she returns home. [...]
Arts, Leisure & Travel
Greensboro Farmers Market Transitions To New Fall Hours
Greensboro Farmers Market Transitions To New Fall Hours: 8:00 am -12:00 pm Saturdays, Beginning October 31, 2020.