An Atlanta native, Janet Dawkins tells us she’s been working with seniors so long that she has now become one! After attending the University of Georgia, Janet immediately began working in the senior services industry. She spent 10 years as a case worker, and worked her way through the ranks to become a director of operations for an assisted living community. Eight years ago, she founded Aging Options with Laurie Hamilton. Janet’s business is comprised of two primary services: a referral service to assist families in finding home or facility-based care, and a consulting service that provides continuing education for community staff, assistance with veterans’ benefits and family consultation and issue resolution. Janet can be reached at (678) 30007058, via email at assist@agingoptionsga.com, or visit her website at www.agingoptionsga.com.
Eric Sawyer is a native Texan, growing up just outside of College Station Texas. After earning his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Economics from Texas A&M University, Eric went on to earn a Master’s of Science in Personal Financial Planning from Texas Tech University, which is thought by many to be the top school in the country for this field of study.
One of Eric’s passions is to promote the need for financial literacy and to help young adults start planning their financial futures. Eric has spoken out on the need for financial education among Texas high school students. A Certified Financial PlannerTM, Eric brings experience from nationally recognized financial planning firms as well as from his time as the Director of Financial Planning for a local company. Eric has assisted a broad range of clients, including business owners and professionals, to reach their personal and professional goals. Through comprehensive financial planning, Eric helps our clients bring clarity to their personal finances.
Eric lives in Carrollton with his wife, Lisa, their twin children and dog, Sadie. Eric can be reached by email via phone 214-794-0193 or email esawyer@peacefieldwealth.com. His website is www.peacefieldwealth.com.
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