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Summary

This episode covers vital topics in elder law, including guardianship, Medicare Advantage plan changes, long-term care planning, grandparenting benefits, dementia-related food insecurity, and cryptocurrency scams. Hosted by Linda Strohschein and Dana Bzdelik, it offers expert insights and practical advice for families navigating elder care and legal decisions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:43 Guardianship: When and How It Can Be Ended

05:17 Can Guardianship Be Removed or Changed?

07:06 When Does Guardianship End?

08:31 Medicare Advantage Plan Changes in 2026

09:54 What To Do If Your Medicare Plan Ends

14:08 Questions to Ask Your Financial Planner About Long-Term Care

19:08 Caring for Grandkids and Brain Health

21:28 Dementia and Food Insecurity in Seniors

23:41 Cryptocurrency Scams Targeting Seniors

27:55 Listener Questions on Incapacity and Medicare Protections

30:43 Episode Summary and Final Advice

Contact

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Phone: 630-377-3241

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Links mentioned in this episode:

A Safer Naper

https://www.naperville.il.us/services/naperville-police-department/community-education-and-crime-prevention/a-safer-naper/