Senior Salute Radio brings timely information to leading edge Boomers and Seniors about issues involving care-giving and aging. Learn from both professionals and regular people going through the process with their families. Each week we will also Salute an incredible Senior.
Senior Salute Radio is presented by The Elder & Disability Law Firm of Victoria L. Collier.
Senior Salute Radio brings timely information to leading edge Boomers and Seniors about issues involving care-giving and aging. Learn from both professionals and regular people going through the process with their families. Each week we will also Salute an incredible Senior.
Senior Salute Radio is presented by The Elder & Disability Law Firm of Victoria L. Collier.
Today’s Guests:
Dan Wolbe/Liberty Home Equity Solutions
One of the nation’s largest reverse mortgage companies. Liberty uses licensed local representatives to help seniors understand the potential benefit in unlocking their home’s equity. They discuss financial security for those that want to stay in their homes and the many ways reverse mortgage can improve their lives.
Nancy Bour/Synergy HomeCare of Metro Atlanta
When trusting someone to care for you or your loved one, it is important to have confidence in their passion to serve and their care giving skills. At Synergy HomeCare, they can help you to find the care you need as you age, recover from illness, or seek assistance during a difficult time. Let them take your worries away so that you can relax and enjoy quality time with your parent, your child, your friend, etc. They want you to have peace of mind and feel physically, mentally, and emotionally relieved. You are not alone and they can make caring for a loved one a pleasure.
Senior Salute Moment: Today’s senior Salute Moment recognizes Edwin Garner for living all of his days in the place he so fondly calls home.
Senior Salute Radio brings timely information to leading edge Boomers and Seniors about issues involving care-giving and aging. Learn from both professionals and regular people going through the process with their families. Each week we will also Salute an incredible Senior.
Senior Salute Radio is presented by The Elder & Disability Law Firm of Victoria L. Collier.
Today’s Guests:
Keith Nabb/Gwinnett Council for Seniors
The Gwinnett Council for Seniors (GCS) encourages an active and informed senior citizen lifestyle for seniors in Gwinnett County. They serve as an active member in the senior community by developing and sharing information regarding activities occurring in a network of over 36 senior clubs and organizations countywide. As a 501(c) (3), the GCS encourages involvement on issues of interest to seniors by working towards improving the quality of life for essential services to the seniors of Gwinnett County. Their motto is, “Seniors Helping Seniors”.
Mission Statement of the Gwinnett Council for Seniors: The Gwinnett Council for Seniors shall be the representatives and serve as the ADVOCATE on the needs of all Gwinnett County Senior Citizens. This Council shall acquaint and keep the citizens and local government of Gwinnett County informed of the needs and concerns of all Senior Citizens and to encourage more involvement in the interest of the aging by working together with all concerned organizations and persons for a better understanding, quality of life and to seek financial support for essential services for all seniors of Gwinnett County.
Jennifer Thilo/Delmar Gardens of Gwinnett
Delmar Gardens of Gwinnett is a full-continuum senior living community all on one beautiful lakeside campus. The community includes independent living for the active senior, assisted living for those who need more support, and priority admission for residents who require long term nursing care. Services include gourmet dining options, maid and linen service, transportation and recreation, and on call emergency assistance. Landscaped walking paths, ice cream parlor, game room, salons and theater are just some of the amenities enjoyed by residents.
Delmar Gardens also has an inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation center providing state of the art physical, occupational and speech therapies. With two gyms, two swimming pools, and a several different kinds of exercise classes, Delmar Gardens is not only an excellent place to recover from a surgery or illness, the luxurious senior living is a great community to call home. Call 770-923-3100 for more information or to schedule a tour and complimentary lunch.
This week’s Senior Salute honored James and Betty Abercrombie for their enduring love.
N. Wallace Kelleman, “Wally” to her friends, is nearly an institution in the Atlanta Elder Law community. A lifelong student, Wally attended law school in the late 1980s, and graduated with two law degrees – one from Western New England College of Law, and one from Emory School of Law. After 38 years as an RN, Wally recognized a gaping hole in the services available to Atlanta’s senior population, and formed The Kelleman Law Firm. As one might expect, Wally spends time with clients helping with a broad range of issues, including estate planning and asset protection. But more importantly, in Wally’s own words, she is “the conscience of the client or family.” She is asking the difficult questions like, “who will support you when you are no longer able to support yourself?” Wally can be reached via e-mail at attynwk@aol.com, or by phone at (770) 736-0369. Visit her website at www.kellemanlaw.com.
We want to thank Griswold Home Care for sponsoring today’s show. Griswold Home Care has been a preferred provider of high quality, affordable in-home senior care in Atlanta for more than 20 years.
A rare native of Georgia, Chris
Brannon grew up in Gwinnett County, and went on to attend The University of Georgia. After graduating from UGA, Chris pursued his dream to be an attorney by attending law school at Ole Miss. Chris is a founding partner in the law practice of Duhon & Brannon, LLC. Mr. Brannon is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the Georgia Bar Association and the Atlanta Bar Association.
After doing transactional work for a number of years, Chris wanted to focus his practice more specifically. As and elder law attorney, Chris’ job is to protect his clients’ quality of care and help preserve their assets. As such, Chris is an expert in the areas of veterans benefits and Medicaid. To find out more, visit his website at www.duhonbrannon.com, email him at chris@duhonbrannon.com, or call him directly at (678) 538-6697.
We want to thank Griswold Home Care for sponsoring today’s show. Griswold Home Care has been a preferred provider of high quality, affordable in-home senior care in Atlanta for 20 years. Griswold Home Care has offices in more than 175 markets nationwide.
Carrie Bellware has spent a good bit of her career working for non-profit organizations. Shortly after moving to Atlanta in 1996, she began working with Jewish Family Services on a part time basis. After ten years with Jewish Family Services, she took a quick hiatus away from Atlanta. After a few short years away, she moved back to the Atlanta area, and accepted the position of Executive Director with Senior Services North Fulton (SSNF), where she’s loved her job for the last 18 months! SSNF is a non-profit organization providing Meals on Wheels, medical transportation, senior centers and a staff of in-home care managers.
Joining Carrie this morning is SSNF board member, and returning guest, Sue Sharpe, Owner of Mobility Express. Carrie and Sue particularly wanted to highlight SSNF’s upcoming event, Art from the Heart, their annual fundraising gala being held at the Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek on February 11 at 7PM. They tell us this is a “Don’t Miss” event with dinner, music, dancing and a silent auction. For more information, please visit their website at www.ssnorthfulton.org, or call them at (770) 993-1906.
Originally from Jonesboro, Arkansas, John McNair graduated from law school at University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. Wanting to further his education, John came to Dallas to attend Southern Methodist University, ultimately received a Master of Tax Law degree. He began his private practice in 1983, and spent the first decade on estate planning, probate and taxation. Today, John is a Partner in the firm Barnett, McNair, Hall LLP. Over the past fifteen years, John has been thrilled to see his practice start to gravitate towards Elder Law. He takes particular satisfaction in being able to help seniors find funds to pay for their long term care, and in helping them preserve the estates they have worked so hard to build. Contact John via email at jmcnair@barnettmcnair.com, or via phone at (214) 691-7781. You can also visit his website at www.mcnair.elderlawanswers.com.
We want to thank Griswold Special Care for sponsoring today’s show. Griswold Special Care has been a preferred provider of high quality, affordable in-home senior care in Dallas and Atlanta for 20 years.
Originally from Jonesboro, Arkansas, John McNair graduated from law school at University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. Wanting to further his education, John came to Dallas to attend Southern Methodist University, ultimately received a Master of Tax Law degree. He began his private practice in 1983, and spent the first decade on estate planning, probate and taxation. Today, John is a Partner in the firm Barnett, McNair, Hall LLP. Over the past fifteen years, John has been thrilled to see his practice start to gravitate towards Elder Law. He takes particular satisfaction in being able to help seniors find funds to pay for their long term care, and in helping them preserve the estates they have worked so hard to build. Contact John via email at jmcnair@barnettmcnair.com, or via phone at (214) 691-7781. You can also visit his website at www.mcnair.elderlawanswers.com.
Helen Fredrick tells us that everything she’s done in her career thus far has led up to her current position as the Director of Plymouth Harbour’s Day Program for Older Adults. I love it when a plan comes together! An English major in college, Helen ultimately earned a Master of Social Work degree, and has worked in a wide variety of healthcare settings. Plymouth Harbour is a congregational respite program, and a non-profit ministry of the Central Congregational United Church of Christ. They are to celebrate their 20th year! Plymouth Harbour’s mission is to maintain and strengthen the abilities of older adults and to provide support to their caregivers. This respite program is available from 10 AM to 3 PM on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. There is a Caregivers Support Group the meets the first and third Thursday of each month from 10:30 AM to 12PM. For more information about Plymouth Harbour, or schedule a visit, call Helen at (404) 633-4506, ext. 225. You can also visit them on the web at www.plymouth-harbor.org.
Don Stockard started his career as a teacher and a coach after receiving both Bachelors and Masters degrees in Education. It wasn’t long before Don realized that his personality and talents were well-suited to a career in sales. Nearly 25 years ago, Don became one of the first to market and sell Long Term Care insurance in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. Over the course of time, Don discovered that he had a real passion for our country’s service men and women, and wanted to give his own time to help them. Approximately four years ago, Don went into semi-retirement, and began volunteering his services to assist veterans in navigating the application process for the Improved Pension Benefit, also known as Veterans Aid & Attendance. Don’s services are free of charge to veterans and their families. Don can be reached by phone at 1-800-500-9168 ext. 210, or at (972) 267-6735. He can also be reached via email at d_stockard@sbcglobal.net
Patti Elrod Hill grew up and went to school in South Dakota. She acknowledges that when people learn she’s from South Dakota, the typical response is “I’ve never met anyone from South Dakota before”! Fortunately for Patti, her next stop was Hawaii, thanks to a Navy marriage. After 3 years in Hawaii, she moved again, this time to St. Louis. While in St. Louis, she discovered a passion for the law, and attended Law School at Washington University. Upon graduation, and yet another move to the Atlanta area, Pattie took a job with the Veteran’s Administration. At the VA she developed an interest in serving the elder and disabled population. Today she is the owner and lead counsel for The Elrod-Hill Law Firm. She prides herself in being personally involved with every client. Her firm specializes in
elder law and veterans benefits planning. Patti can be reached at (770) 416-0776, or on the web at www.elrod-hillfirm.com.
Faye Vantreese (right) is a long term care specialist with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network. Prior to her career as a financial advisor, she attended Syracuse University, and graduated with a BS degree in Design. Beyond her work with Northwestern Mutual, Faye is very involved in the local community. She is the President of the Kiwanis Club of Decatur. Faye is also actively involved in the Decatur Business Association, and has served on numerous boards, including Senior Connections and Life Enrichment Senior Services Board. Faye can be reached at (404) 354-1039, or visit her on the web at www.fayevantreese.nmfn.com.
N. Wallace Kelleman, “Wally” to her friends, is nearly an institution in the Atlanta Elder Law community. A lifelong student, Wally attended law school in the late 1980s, and graduated with two law degrees – one from Western New England College of Law, and one from Emory School of Law. After 38 years as an RN, Wally recognized a gaping hole in the services available to Atlanta’s senior population, and formed The Kelleman Law Firm. As one might expect, Wally spends time with clients helping with a broad range of issues, including estate planning and asset protection. But more importantly, in Wally’s own words, she is “the conscience of the client or family.” She is asking the difficult questions like, “who will support you when you are no longer able to support yourself?” Wally can be reached via e-mail at attynwk@aol.com, or by phone at (770) 736-0369. Visit her website at www.kellemanlaw.com, or visit www.nolo.com and drill down to Gwinnett County, Georgia.
After earning degrees in both English and History, Dan Munster did what anybody would do with those two degrees. He went back to school to study Law! Upon completion of his law degree, Dan had the privilege of working for Atlanta Legal Aid for five years. During his tenure there, he was allowed to choose the area of law he wanted to practice. Dan chose the Senior Citizens Law Project as a result of his relationship with his paternal grandmother, and her experiences as a senior. Dan started his own private practice in 1999, and now is one of Georgia’s foremost experts in Medicare and Medicaid. Dan can be reached 404-920-0521, or visit his website at www.georgiaelderlaw.net.
