Senior Matters Podcast

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Senior Matters Podcast episodes

December 02, 2017 Are You Planning a Gift for Your Grandchildren?
The season of giving may have ramifications on your estate planning of which you are unaware. During this eye-opening episode, Attorney Mark Wight shares a few circumstances you may want to consider before gifting during the holidays.
29 min
November 18, 2017 A Comparative Look at Aid and Attendance and Medicaid
Is the VA Aid and Attendance pension more advantageous to a Veteran's needs than Medicaid? Both Governmental benefits are worth exploring, but choosing the right one depends on your needs. On this episode, Attorney Mark Wight breaks down the pros and cons of each benefit to help you explore these resources further.
29 min
November 11, 2017 Navigating The Veterans Benefits Process
U.S. Army Veteran Mike Powell, owner of Home Instead Senior Care in Meridian, ID, joins us this Veterans Day to discuss the intricate world of post-military benefits and tips to navigate the process.
29 min
November 04, 2017 Three Misconceptions Surrounding The Veterans Aid And Attendance Benefit
Veterans Day is approaching, and we are celebrating our servicemembers by dedicating this episode to resolving some confusion surrounding a commonly misunderstood veteran's benefit. If you've ever wondered about the aid and attendance benefit, Attorney Mark Wight clarifies some of its misconceptions to help you decide if this is the right option for you or your loved one.
29 min
October 31, 2017 Five Signs It's Time to Consider In-Home Care
Matthew Croft, director of Visiting Angels Living Assistance Services, joins us to discuss telltale signs that it might be time to consider in-home care for your loved one. Catching these red flags at their early stages could help you both take a proactive approach and initiate a plan that will ensure they maintain their independence.
29 min
October 21, 2017 Proper Maintenance and Upkeep for Your Estate Plan
If you tuned into last week's episode, you're already up to speed on Attorney Mark Wight's list of "The 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make in Estate Planning." This week, he dives deep into the second most common oversight named on this list, forgetting to conduct annual maintenance on an estate plan. Mark shares how setting up a maintenance program keeps your plan current and saves you and your loved ones a lot of trouble in the long run.
29 min
October 14, 2017 The 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make in Estate Planning
There's no shortage of ways in which people can stumble when it comes to creating an estate plan. In this episode, Attorney Mark Wight of Idaho Estate Planning shares five common mistakes you don't want to make during this process. And, you'll never guess the #1 oversight named on this list!
29 min
October 07, 2017 How to Get Your Parents to Talk About Estate Planning
Initiating conversations with your parents about plans for their estate will minimize the stress of getting their affairs in order once a major life event occurs. Attorney Mark Wight, of Idaho Estate Planning, concludes his two-part series on strategic ways for families to have an open dialogue about what to do when life happens. This week, Mark offers advice to children on navigating ways to approach parents about their estate planning needs.
29 min
September 30, 2017 Conversations to Have with Your Kids About Estate Planning
Communicating estate planning needs before a life-changing event occurs is a matter overlooked by many families. In this first half of a two-part series, Attorney Mark Wight, of Idaho Estate Planning, shares strategies for families to open dialogue about what to do when life happens. Parents, this week it's all about you and how to address some concepts of planning with your kids.
29 min
September 23, 2017 Finding a Place for Mom
A Place For Mom is a national senior living referral service whose local experts connect families to senior living options. Today we are joined by Senior Living Advisors, Melissa Pratt and Troy Garidel, who share how using this free service can help ease the transition of your families' evolving needs.
29 min

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The Senior Matters Podcast with Mark E. Wight, presented by Idaho Estate Planning, is your go-to resource for navigating senior living, retirement planning, and estate management challenges and opportunities. Hosted by Mark E. Wight, an experienced estate planning attorney with over 40 years of experience, this podcast delivers expert insights and practical advice on topics that matter most to seniors, those caring for seniors, and individuals approaching retirement.