Move or Improve with Debbie

Host Debbie Miller will discuss with Ellen Gajda ,a 10-year resident, the advantages of Williamsburg Virginia and why it’s such a popular spot for retirees.

Mather Lifeways: A Leader in Aging Well
Host Debbie Miller talks with Gale Morgan, senior Vice President of Sales for Mather Lifeways, a forward-thinking company that focuses on transforming how society empowers older adults to Age Well. *****

“Till Death Do Us Part – Or Not?” Host Debbie Miller talks with Claudia Fredericks, a prominent divorce attorney, about mistakes that many women make when they go through a divorce and what is involved in divorcing later in life.

Let’s Move!: Live in New Mexico: Host Debbie Miller talks with Hal Logsdon, an Associate Broker in Santa Fe New Mexico about the pleasures of living in New Mexico. (This is the first in a hopefully regular series on living in other parts of the country). Each month I will have a guest from a different area of the country that’s popular with retirees. ****Skype ID: live:hal.logsdon

Is a Life Plan Community Right for You? Host Debbie Miller discusses the concept of Life Plan Communities. What is a Life Plan Community? How is it different from a CCRC? What questions should you ask as you consider this type of retirement?

The Rainbow has a Silver Lining: LGBTQ Aging Issues. Susan Messina is the Deputy Director at Iona Senior Services in Washington, D.C. and, as an out lesbian, has secured funding for and co-facilitated LGBTQ aging-related workshops, and serves as co-chair of the LGBTQ Aging Services Network as well as many other LGBTQ-related outreach programs. She will discuss the importance of understanding that health and well-being, economic security, and social connections are among the cornerstones for successful aging, yet these are areas in which many LGBTQ elders face substantial barriers from discrimination, social stigma, and isolation.

“Should You Have a Will or a Trust?” Host Debbie will interview Jennifer Baumgartner of Surovell Isaacs & Levy PLC who will discuss why everyone needs a will and what should be in it. She will also discuss the benefits of a Trust to protect your estate from probate.

Should You Move or Improve? Host Debbie Miller will provide advantages and disadvantages to both options. What’s involved in making a move? What’s involved in staying where you are and making your current residence safe? How can you decide what is best for you?

Radon: The Silent Killer: Debbie will talk with Joey Donofrio of Donofrio & Associates about radon that may be leaking into your home and what you can do to prevent or stop it. Mr. Donofrio has over 15 years of experience in the construction/housing industry and is always a popular guest on the show.

“The Gray Divorce: Revolution on the Rise” Stan Corey, author of The Divorce Dance, and Certified Financial Planner, Chartered Financial Consultant, and Certified Wealth Advisor, will discuss with Debbie the increasing numbers of older married couples getting a divorce and how to handle the emotional and financial aspects of a divorce later in life. He will discuss the importance of understanding the divorce agreement and what impact it will have on you as you begin your new way of life. Should you buy out your spouse or should you make the move?