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Aging Starts NowEpisode 277: Geriatric Inpatient Behavioral HealthIf you have ever cared for an older loved one experiencing dementia, you may have heard the phrase "med management" or "geri pych," but what do those terms actually mean for you and your loved one. Debra King a licensed clinical social worker and elder care coordinator at Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning speaks with Lorie Jacobs, the Intake Coordinator at Highpoint Health Behavioral Health - Sumner about Geriatric Inpatient Behavioral Health.2025-06-2516 minAging Starts NowEpisode 275: Understanding the GUIDE Program- Help for Caregivers for those with DementiaAre you caring for a loved one with dementia? Have you ever heard of the GUIDE program? Few people have. Debra King, a licensed clinical social worker and elder care coordinator at Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law and Estate Planning speaks with senior care expert Debbie Miller to talk about a transformative program helping caregivers across the county - the GUIDE program. Debbie Miller is the owner of Senior Helpers in Nashville and a participant in the GUIDE program.
You can learn more at https://www.seniorhelpers.com/tn/middle-tn/2025-06-1122 minAging Starts NowEpisode 272: What are Adult Day ServicesWhat are adult day services? Who can benefit from this service? How much does it cost? Debra King, a licensed clinical social worker and elder care coordinator with Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law speaks with Bill Zagorski, the CEO of American Senior Care Centers, Inc. about adult day services in Middle Tennessee.2025-05-2121 minAging Starts NowEpisode 264 - A Free Program to Help Seniors with the Digital WorldDo you feel that technology and online systems are leaving you behind? Some older adults and those who are less tech savvy may feel unable to access critical services. Debra King, a licensed clinical social worker and elder care coordinator at Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning speaks with Rachel Solava with GNRC about a free program to assist in digital literacy.2025-03-2512 minAging Starts NowEpisode 260- Considerations for Moving Across State LinesShould you move your loved one to another state? Maybe mom is in Florida, but all her family is in Tennessee? Should she move? The answer is often, it depends. Elder care coordinator Debra King speaks with Certified Elder Law Attorney and partner Barbara McGinnis.2025-02-1719 minAging Starts NowEpisode 258: Was this Estate Plan a Mistake?Have you ever had buyer's remorse about an estate plan? Did you fully understand the documents you signed along with the pros and cons of the plan? Attorney Josh Hunter speaks with certified elder law attorney Barbara McGinnis about the importance of understanding your documents and making sure they are right for your specific needs.2025-02-0414 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 255: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about MedicaidWhat is exactly is Medicaid? Is the nursing home going to take the house? Is the government going to take all my assets? These are some of the questions that people have when they call our office. In today’s episode, outreach coordinator Dana Hentschel speaks with Josh Bey one of the public benefits specialists at Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning.2025-01-2230 minAging Starts NowASN Ep 249: What is a Trust Protector?What is a trust protector? Who can serve as one? How is this role different than that of a trustee? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis answers these questions and more in this episode.2024-12-1115 minAging Starts NowEpisode 245: Interview with Dr. Marc Cooper Author of “Older to Elder”Elder Care Coordinator Debra King, LCSW speaks with author Marc Cooper about finding your higher purpose as an elder. Marc Cooper is an author of “Older to Elder.” In his book, Dr. Cooper shares insights about the choice we all have as we age to become an elder rather than merely older.2024-11-1327 minAging Starts NowEpisode 240: New Technology to Detect C-DiffHave you heard of C-Diff? In today’s episode, listeners will learn why C-Diff is a big deal and an innovation that can now detect it and save lives as a result. Certified Elder Attorney and Partner Barbara McGinnis speaks with Michael McIntyre, CEO and Founder of LIV Process, a revolutionary invention helping to combat C-Diff.2024-10-0913 minAging Starts NowEpisode 238: Getting Answers to Questions about TrustsIf you are a trustee, how do you know you are doing it right? Where can you go for guidance? If you feel a trust is being administered incorrectly, what recourse to you have? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis chats with attorney Rebecca Blair of the Blair Law Firm.2024-09-2521 minAging Starts NowEpisode 231: What is a Land Trust?Have you ever heard of a land trust? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Jackson Lundy, the Senior Conservation Project Manager at Land Trust Tennessee, about land trusts. Learn what they are, who they benefit, and whether a land trust could be a tool for your estate planning.2024-08-0711 minAging Starts NowEpisode 228: What is an Elder Care Coordinator?What is elder care coordination and what role does it play in a law firm? Outreach coordinator Dana Hentschel speaks with elder care coordinator Debra King, LCSW about how she assists clients at the firm.2024-07-1717 minAging Starts NowEpisode 225: What is a Trust?People call our office to ask about creating a trust, but few people really understand what a trust is and how it operates. In this episode Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Elder Care Coordinator Debra King, LCSW discuss the basics of a trust.2024-06-2618 minAging Starts NowEpisode 212: Cautionary Tales about Life EstatesAre you thinking about a life estate as part of your estate plan? Are you aware of the potential risks involved in this arrangement? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis shares some cautionary tales regarding life estates.2024-03-2712 minAging Starts NowEpisode 208: What is a Client Maintenance Program & Why Would a Law Firm Offer One?Episode 208 – What is a Client Maintenance Program & Why Would a Law Firm Offer One?
Why is it beneficial to have a relationship with a law firm? Aren’t documents all you need? Attorney Chris Johnson and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis share the reasons why an ongoing relationship with a law firm can be a good idea.2024-02-2812 minAging Starts NowEpisode 206: Valentine’s Day – A Gift to RememberASN 206:
Valentine’s Day is all about chocolates and candies and expressing feelings of love. Katlyn Green one of the elder care coordinators at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law talks about a unique gift to consider for your loved ones this year.2024-02-1420 minAging Starts NowEpisode 204: Estate Planning for Tax PurposesHow does estate planning impact taxes? What should you consider? Who does this affect? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with David Heller, attorney and partner at Martin Heller Potempa & Sheppard, PLLC.2024-01-3119 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 201: Are You Sure Your Legal Documents are In Order?How often do you need to review and update your legal documents? Unfortunately, estate planning isn’t a one-time event. Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis talks about essential documents everyone needs in each stage of life.2024-01-1016 minAging Starts NowEpisode 193: TennCare Renewal Process – How is it different in 2023?Are you or a loved one on TennCare or Choices? Are you familiar with the renewal process that allows you to maintain your benefits?
Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Public Benefits Specialist Joshua Bey about the changes to the renewal process in 2023.2023-11-1515 minAging Starts NowEpisode 192: Preplanning Your FuneralWhy would someone want to pre-plan their funeral? Certified Elder Law Attorney and Partner Barbara McGinnis talks with Randy Nash, owner of Sumner Funeral and Cremation about reasons to consider pre-planning for end of life.2023-11-0822 minAging Starts NowEpisode 190: The Difference between Elder Law and Life Care PlanningJohnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning is a Life Care Planning Law Firm, but what does that mean? How is our firm different from a traditional elder law firm? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Elder Care Coordinator Debra King, LCSW to discuss those differences and what that means when choosing a law firm to do your estate plan.2023-10-2514 minAging Starts NowEpisode 182: Advance Directives ExplainedPartner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell about advance directives. What are advance directives? Are there different types of advance directives? Who needs advance directives? When should you consider creating an advance directive?2023-08-3013 minAging Starts NowEpisode 180: Regulations around Storing and Scattering CremainsWhat do you do with your loved ones’ cremains? Are there restrictions on where you can scatter their ashes? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with licensed funeral director Tiffany Widener to discover the rules around storing and scattering cremains.2023-08-1616 minAging Starts NowEpisode 179: A Cautionary Tale - TennCare Approval Based upon False InformationApplying for TennCare (Tennessee's version of Medicaid) can be a daunting process. What happens when mistakes are made? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Public Benefits Specialist Josh Bey share a cautionary tale about what happens when you don't consult with an expert.2023-08-0913 minAging Starts NowEpisode 178: You are the Executor of a Loved One’s Estate, Now What?As an executor, what are your responsibilities? What is the first step? If you are completely overwhelmed, can you resign? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis answers frequently asked questions about being an executor of a will.2023-08-0219 minAging Starts NowEpisode 176: Cautionary Tales – Not Consulting with an Elder Law AttorneyWhy should you take the time to consult with an elder law expert? An attorney is an attorney, right? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Attorney Chris Johnson share a cautionary tale of what can happen when you don’t consult with an elder law expert. This estate planning blunder involves putting your home in your child’s name.2023-07-1915 minAging Starts NowEpisode 175: All about Life EstatesPartner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis explains the basics of Life Estates, including the pros and cons and how families can best utilize these legal tools in their estate planning.2023-07-1213 minAging Starts NowEpisode 174: Tennessee Disability PathfinderDo you find yourself overwhelmed searching for community resources when looking for assistance? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Sheena Adams-Avery the Communications Manager with Tennessee Disability Pathfinder about how they help people with disabilities and their families find and access services. Learn more at https://www.tnpathfinder.org/about.2023-07-0514 minAging Starts NowEpisode 168: What Do You Do After a Loved One’s DeathWhat happens after a loved one dies? What are the next steps? We receive calls from families who don’t know what to do next. Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Elder Care Coordinator Debra King offer a step-by-step guide in this episode.2023-05-2420 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 163: Why Get a Reverse Mortgage?Is a reverse mortgage always a last resort? Are there other reasons to consider a reverse mortgage? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Matt Helton, branch manager of One Trust Home Loans, about rethinking reverse mortgages.2023-04-1921 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 162: A Will isn’t your Most Important DocumentWhen people think about getting their affairs in order, most people think about a will. Would you be surprised to learn that a will isn’t your most important document? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Attorney Chris Johnson chat about what a last will and testament can and cannot accomplish.2023-04-1216 minAging Starts NowEpisode 161: Don’t Be a Victim of these Local ScamsScams are everywhere! How can you spot them? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Sgt. Josh Workman, Criminal Investigations Unit Supervisor for Mt. Juliet Police Department, about popular scams in our local community.2023-04-0515 minAging Starts NowEpisode 158: Medicare Mischief and MisunderstandingsAre you confused by Medicare? Most people are. How do you decipher the good information from the bad? Public Benefits Specialist Josh Hunter of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law speaks with Kris Hizer, a Senior Health Benefits Consultant specializing in Medicare, about how to make sense of it all, and how to spot tricky and confusing practices.2023-03-1515 minAging Starts NowEpisode 151: Informed Decision-Making Regarding End of LifeDo you think end-of-life planning is for old people? Professionals say it is a conversation that should begin at age 18. Partner and certified elder law attorney, Barbara McGinnis speaks with Donna Cella, a registered nurse, board certified patient advocate, and founder of ElderCARE, LLC, about end-of-life planning.2023-01-2521 minAging Starts NowEpisode 145: Even After Medicaid Approval, there is More Work to DoCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Medicaid Specialist Josh Bey discuss the steps to stay qualified for Medicaid after you have received initial approval.2022-12-1416 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 141: Addressing BurnoutAre you suffering from burnout? How do you know? What are the symptoms? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Jen Roberts, CEO and Founder of Difference Consulting about burnout.2022-11-1615 minAging Starts NowEpisode 139: Why does a law firm need an Elder Care Coordinator?Founding Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Tim Takacs speaks with Certified Elder Law Attorney Linda Anderson of Anderson Elder Law in Pennsylvania about elder care coordination. When most people think elder law, they think about trusts, wills, powers of attorney documents, not care coordination. But care coordination can be a game changer for both the client and the attorney.2022-11-0216 minAging Starts NowEpisode 138: Cognitive Assessments and Getting a BaselineWhat is a cognitive assessment? Why should everyone get one? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Ellen Abbott, a Life Care Manager at Visionary Care Consultants, about their partnership with Linus Health and how their cognitive assessments work.2022-10-2616 minAging Starts NowEpisode 137: Hidden Fees Associated with InvestmentsDo you know how your financial advisor gets paid? Why does it matter? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Darrell Woodcock the owner of Apex Financial Planning about the hidden fees associated with investing.2022-10-1920 minAging Starts NowEpisode 134: Trust Disputes and LitigationHow do you know that an Executor of a will is acting in good faith to make sure your loved one's final wishes are followed? How do you contest a will? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Matt Potempa, an attorney and partner at Martin Heller Potempa & Sheppard, PLLC about this type of litigation.2022-09-2822 minAging Starts NowEpisode 130: Undue InfluenceDo you have a loved one who is easily confused or who is dependent on a caregiver? Is your loved one making changes to bank accounts or making changes that are out of character? What is undue influence and how do you spot it? Partners and Certified Elder Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara McGinnis discuss undue influence in this episode.2022-08-3116 minAging Starts NowEpisode 125: The Importance of a Home AssessmentDo you plan to grow old in your home? If so, don’t overlook the importance of a home assessment. Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell speaks with Debbie Miller, the owner of Senior Helpers, about how to make sure you lessen home hazards that may prevent you from successfully aging in place. For more information you can contact Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law. To learn more about Senior Helpers call 615-591-7007 or visit their website at www.seniorhelpers.com/tn/nashville.2022-07-2716 minAging Starts NowEpisode 124: What is the Eldercare Coach Program?Are you a caregiver? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Nola Hastings the Eldercare Coach Project Manager at AgeWell Middle Tennessee about the Eldercare Coach Program and how it is helping caregivers in the workplace and at home.2022-07-2016 minAging Starts NowEpisode 123: Cautionary Tales - Why DIY Medicaid Planning Can Cost YouCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and public benefits specialist Josh Bey share cautionary tales of do-it-yourselfers who made costly mistakes when applying for TennCare (Tennessee’s version of Medicaid).2022-07-1312 minAging Starts NowEpisode 117: Old Friends Senior Dog SanctuaryCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis chats with co-founders Zina and Michael Goodin and marketing manager Noel Kiswiney about a local nonprofit assisting senior dogs. Learn more about Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary at www.ofsds.org.2022-06-0115 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 116: Cautionary Tales – I’m Going to Care for Mom at HomeDo you plan to care for your loved one at home? What happens if that doesn’t work out as you had envisioned it? Partners and Certified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara McGinnis share the common mistake good intentioned families make of planning to care for a loved one at home without having a contingency plan.2022-05-2511 minAging Starts NowEp 115 - Resident RightsWhen you move to a senior living community, do you check your rights for self-determination at the door? What are the rights of assisted living and nursing home residents? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell discuss the rights of residents living in senior communities.2022-05-1813 minAging Starts NowEpisode 113: Finding Love in Assisted Livings and Nursing HomesWhat happens when a new romance develops in an assisted living community or nursing home? Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell discuss this delicate issue.2022-05-0416 minAging Starts NowEpisode 111: Telehealth for SeniorsPartner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Dr. Jeannie Lessly of Doctor Jeannie Senior Care about telehealth designed specifically with seniors in mind. To learn more about Dr. Lessly, visit https://jeannielesslymd.wixsite.com/mysite.2022-04-2012 minAging Starts NowEpisode 110: The VerandaPartner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, the founder and executive director of The Veranda, a day program in Gallatin, TN serving those with dementia. Learn more at www.theverandaministries.org.2022-04-1324 minAging Starts NowEpisode 108: The Pitfalls of Giving Away Your HomePartners and Certified Elder Law Attorneys Barbara McGinnis and Tim Takacs discuss the pitfalls of giving away your home as an asset protection strategy.2022-03-3018 minAging Starts NowEpisode 107: Choosing the Right CaregiverPartner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Elder Care Coordinator and Licensed Clinical Social Worker Debra King on how to find the right caregiver for your loved one.2022-03-2317 minAging Starts NowEpisode 101: But I PromisedPartner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Elder Care Coordinators Debra King and Pati Bedwell about promises we make to loved ones to never place them in a nursing home.2022-02-0915 minAging Starts NowEpisode 100: Why You Should Always Attend Care Plan MeetingsPati Bedwell and Debra King, both Elder Care Coordinators at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law, discuss Care Plan meetings: What they are, why they are important, and questions to ask so you can be a better advocate for your loved one.2022-02-0216 minAging Starts NowEpisode 93: Applying for VA Aid and AttendanceAttorney and partner Chris Johnson speaks with Stephanie Boyd and Jennifer Bellew-Robinson of Center for Elder Veterans Rights about non-service-connected pension benefits and compensation benefits. The Center of Elder Veterans Rights, PC is the independent law firm of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law.2021-12-1519 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 80: Normal Aging vs. Not Normal AgingPartner and attorney Chris Johnson interviews Dana Hentschel outreach coordinator with Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law and PAC Certified Independent Trainer with Mental Health America of the Midsouth about normal aging vs. not normal aging, next steps if you are concerned about yourself or a loved one, and community resources.2021-09-1518 minAging Starts NowEpisode 78: Cautionary Tales – Things Your Spouse Needs to KnowPartner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis joins fellow partner and attorney Chris Johnson to share some cautionary tales and mistakes they have seen families make. So many times, families come to our office during a crisis or after a death with a real mess that could have been avoided with a little communication and planning. This is especially true for those couples where one spouse had been the person responsible for the household business or finances.2021-09-0113 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 69: Do I Need An Estate Plan?Partner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Partner and Attorney Chris Johnson discuss the myths and misconceptions of estate planning.2021-06-3014 minAging Starts NowEpisode 64: What If You Don't Fund Your Trust?You have your trust, now what? What happens if you don’t fund your trust? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and attorney Chris Johnson explain what happens if a trust isn’t properly funded. They also outline the steps to take to properly fund your trust.2021-05-2616 minAging Starts NowEpisode 63: Revocable vs Irrevocable TrustsCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and attorney Chris Johnson explain the differences between revocable and irrevocable trusts, the pros and cons of each, and applications for each type of trust.2021-05-1916 minAging Starts NowEpisode 60: How to Spot Elder AbusePartner and Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis speaks with Elder Care Coordinator and former Ombudsman Pati Bedwell on “How to Spot Elder Abuse.”2021-04-2819 minAging Starts NowEpisode 54: Cautionary Tales - Blended FamiliesTim Takacs and Barbara McGinnis, both Certified Elder Law Attorneys and two of the three partners at Takacs McGinnis, share cautionary tales about how estate planning and asset protection planning can go wrong. In this episode, Tim talks about blended families and the dangers of giving away assets prematurely to children when money is needed to pay for care.2021-03-1719 minAging Starts NowEpisode 41: When Institutions Won't Recognize Your Durable Power of AttorneyCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Attorney Chris Johnson talk about the steps you can take to minimize the obstacles you might encounter when using a Durable Power of Attorney.2020-12-1618 minAging Starts NowEpisode 38: Managing the Holidays - Part 2Pati Bedwell and Debra King, both Certified Elder Care Coordinators at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law, discuss ways to keep holiday traditions alive when COVID-19 prevents in-person family gatherings with older loved ones.2020-11-2516 minAging Starts NowEpisode 36: How To Emotionally Navigate the Long-Term Care JourneyCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis talks to Melissa Burton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has helped hundreds of families deal with the complications of the elder care journey.2020-11-1117 minAging Starts NowEpisode 33: Updates to Nursing Home Visitation GuidelinesCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis talks to Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell about recent updates to CMS guidelines governing nursing home visitation.2020-10-2115 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 24 - Tenncare 101 - Part 2 - Care in the HomeCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Public Benefits Specialist Joshua Bey discuss qualifying an older adult for TennCare, Tennessee's Medicaid program, if the elder can receive care in the home.2020-08-1915 minAging Starts NowEpisode 23: Tenncare 101 - Part 1 - Care in a Nursing HomeCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Public Benefits Specialist Joshua Bey discuss qualifying an older adult for TennCare, Tennessee's Medicaid program, if the elder needs nursing home care.2020-08-1226 minAging Starts NowEpisode 20 - Caregiver BurnoutCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell talk about caregiver burnout, including what it is, what causes it, and what you can do about it.2020-07-2214 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 17: Caregivers and TaxesThomas Henry, Principal at Stone, Rudolph & Henry PLC, joins Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Elder Care Coordinator Debra King to discuss the tax implications of hiring caregivers.2020-07-0119 minAging Starts NowEpisode 15: Contingency Planning for the Solo CaregiverAttorney and partner Chris Johnson and Elder Care Coordinator Pati Bedwell discuss why it's so important for solo caregivers to have a backup plan.2020-06-1717 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 9: Caregiving During COVID-19Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Elder Care Coordinator Debra King discuss caregiving in the age of COVID-19.2020-05-0520 minAging Starts NowEpisode 7: Managing Care TransitionsCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Elder Care Coordinator Debra King, LCSW talk about what families need to consider when an elderly loved one needs to move to a different level of care.2020-04-2213 minAging Starts NowEpisode 6: End-of-Life WishesCertified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Elder Care Coordinator Debra King, LCSW talk about the importance of defining and expressing preferences for end-of-life care, and how to choose someone to be your advocate during the process.2020-04-1519 min
Aging Starts NowEpisode 2: We Are All On the ContinuumWhat is the Elder Care Continuum? Who needs to be concerned about it? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara Boone McGinnis and VA Accredited Attorney Chris Johnson talk about what it means to be on the Elder Care Continuum and why everyone needs to be thinking about it.2020-03-1816 min
Aging Starts NowGetting Ducks in a Row - Essential Estate PlanningIn this final episode of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law Hour, Certified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara McGinnis reprise five of the most popular segments from 2019. Guests include Chris Johnson, partner and attorney at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law; Jana Lisle Parham, CFP, CIMA, CPWA, Sr. Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Lisle Parham Wealth Management; Pati Bedwell, Elder Care Coordinator at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law; Marnie Matthews, MSW, LCSW, a Clinical and Crisis Case Management Specialist; and Dr. Love Anani, an Emergency Medicine Physician, APP Emergency Department Medical Director, and Robertson County EMS Medical Director.2019-12-1410 minAging Starts NowCaregiving: A Threat to the WorkplaceIn this final episode of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law Hour, Certified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara McGinnis reprise five of the most popular segments from 2019. Guests include Chris Johnson, partner and attorney at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law; Jana Lisle Parham, CFP, CIMA, CPWA, Sr. Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Lisle Parham Wealth Management; Pati Bedwell, Elder Care Coordinator at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law; Marnie Matthews, MSW, LCSW, a Clinical and Crisis Case Management Specialist; and Dr. Love Anani, an Emergency Medicine Physician, APP Emergency Department Medical Director, and Robertson County EMS Medical Director.2019-12-1409 minAging Starts NowSpring Cleaning: HoardingIn this final episode of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law Hour, Certified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara McGinnis reprise five of the most popular segments from 2019. Guests include Chris Johnson, partner and attorney at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law; Jana Lisle Parham, CFP, CIMA, CPWA, Sr. Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Lisle Parham Wealth Management; Pati Bedwell, Elder Care Coordinator at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law; Marnie Matthews, MSW, LCSW, a Clinical and Crisis Case Management Specialist; and Dr. Love Anani, an Emergency Medicine Physician, APP Emergency Department Medical Director, and Robertson County EMS Medical Director.2019-12-1409 minAging Starts NowAdvance Directives in the Emergency RoomIn this final episode of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law Hour, Certified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara McGinnis reprise five of the most popular segments from 2019. Guests include Chris Johnson, partner and attorney at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law; Jana Lisle Parham, CFP, CIMA, CPWA, Sr. Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Lisle Parham Wealth Management; Pati Bedwell, Elder Care Coordinator at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law; Marnie Matthews, MSW, LCSW, a Clinical and Crisis Case Management Specialist; and Dr. Love Anani, an Emergency Medicine Physician, APP Emergency Department Medical Director, and Robertson County EMS Medical Director.2019-12-1410 minAging Starts NowLove in the Golden Years: Finding Love in Assisted Living Communities and Nursing HomesIn this final episode of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law Hour, Certified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara McGinnis reprise five of the most popular segments from 2019. Guests include Chris Johnson, partner and attorney at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law; Jana Lisle Parham, CFP, CIMA, CPWA, Sr. Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Lisle Parham Wealth Management; Pati Bedwell, Elder Care Coordinator at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law; Marnie Matthews, MSW, LCSW, a Clinical and Crisis Case Management Specialist; and Dr. Love Anani, an Emergency Medicine Physician, APP Emergency Department Medical Director, and Robertson County EMS Medical Director.2019-12-1307 minAging Starts NowRock Steady BoxingIn this episode of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law Hour, Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Attorney Chris Johnson discuss therapies for dementia and related diseases. Guests include Colleen Bridges, a NSCA-certified-personal trainer at Rock Steady Boxing Music City; Linda Gregg, a AKC Evaluator, K9 Psychologist, and trainer of therapy dogs and crisis response dogs; Noelle Goodin, MD, MT-BC, NMT, Music Therapy Nashville; and Dana Hentschel, a Positive Approach to Care Certified Independent Trainer and Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law's Outreach Coordinator.2019-11-0910 minAging Starts NowCapacityIn this episode of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law Hour, Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Attorney Chris Johnson discuss therapies for dementia and related diseases. Guests include Colleen Bridges, a NSCA-certified-personal trainer at Rock Steady Boxing Music City; Linda Gregg, a AKC Evaluator, K9 Psychologist, and trainer of therapy dogs and crisis response dogs; Noelle Goodin, MD, MT-BC, NMT, Music Therapy Nashville; and Dana Hentschel, a Positive Approach to Care Certified Independent Trainer and Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law's Outreach Coordinator.2019-11-0909 minAging Starts NowPet TherapyIn this episode of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law Hour, Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Attorney Chris Johnson discuss therapies for dementia and related diseases. Guests include Colleen Bridges, a NSCA-certified-personal trainer at Rock Steady Boxing Music City; Linda Gregg, a AKC Evaluator, K9 Psychologist, and trainer of therapy dogs and crisis response dogs; Noelle Goodin, MD, MT-BC, NMT, Music Therapy Nashville; and Dana Hentschel, a Positive Approach to Care Certified Independent Trainer and Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law's Outreach Coordinator.2019-11-0808 minAging Starts NowLessons from Teepa SnowIn this episode of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law Hour, Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Attorney Chris Johnson discuss therapies for dementia and related diseases. Guests include Colleen Bridges, a NSCA-certified-personal trainer at Rock Steady Boxing Music City; Linda Gregg, a AKC Evaluator, K9 Psychologist, and trainer of therapy dogs and crisis response dogs; Noelle Goodin, MD, MT-BC, NMT, Music Therapy Nashville; and Dana Hentschel, a Positive Approach to Care Certified Independent Trainer and Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law's Outreach Coordinator.2019-11-0807 minAging Starts NowMusic TherapyIn this episode of Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law Hour, Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis and Attorney Chris Johnson discuss therapies for dementia and related diseases. Guests include Colleen Bridges, a NSCA-certified-personal trainer at Rock Steady Boxing Music City; Linda Gregg, a AKC Evaluator, K9 Psychologist, and trainer of therapy dogs and crisis response dogs; Noelle Goodin, MD, MT-BC, NMT, Music Therapy Nashville; and Dana Hentschel, a Positive Approach to Care Certified Independent Trainer and Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law's Outreach Coordinator.2019-11-0811 minAging Starts NowSkilled Nursing FacilitiesCertified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara Boone McGinnis discuss how to protect the rights of individuals living in long-term care facilities. Guests include Marie Ferran, a representative from the Upper Cumberland Long Term Care Ombudsman Program; Jake Rightmyer, Executive Director of Clarendale at Indian Lake; Randy Ashby, Regional Director of Operations for Grace Healthcare Support Services; and Pati Bedwell, Elder Care Coordinator at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law.2019-10-1110 minAging Starts NowAdvocacyCertified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara Boone McGinnis discuss how to protect the rights of individuals living in long-term care facilities. Guests include Marie Ferran, a representative from the Upper Cumberland Long Term Care Ombudsman Program; Jake Rightmyer, Executive Director of Clarendale at Indian Lake; Randy Ashby, Regional Director of Operations for Grace Healthcare Support Services; and Pati Bedwell, Elder Care Coordinator at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law.2019-10-1107 minAging Starts NowIndependent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory CareCertified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara Boone McGinnis discuss how to protect the rights of individuals living in long-term care facilities. Guests include Marie Ferran, a representative from the Upper Cumberland Long Term Care Ombudsman Program; Jake Rightmyer, Executive Director of Clarendale at Indian Lake; Randy Ashby, Regional Director of Operations for Grace Healthcare Support Services; and Pati Bedwell, Elder Care Coordinator at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law.2019-10-1110 minAging Starts NowThe Ombudsman ProgramCertified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara Boone McGinnis discuss how to protect the rights of individuals living in long-term care facilities. Guests include Marie Ferran, a representative from the Upper Cumberland Long Term Care Ombudsman Program; Jake Rightmyer, Executive Director of Clarendale at Indian Lake; Randy Ashby, Regional Director of Operations for Grace Healthcare Support Services; and Pati Bedwell, Elder Care Coordinator at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law.2019-10-1109 minAging Starts NowArbitration AgreementsCertified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara Boone McGinnis discuss how to protect the rights of individuals living in long-term care facilities. Guests include Marie Ferran, a representative from the Upper Cumberland Long Term Care Ombudsman Program; Jake Rightmyer, Executive Director of Clarendale at Indian Lake; Randy Ashby, Regional Director of Operations for Grace Healthcare Support Services; and Pati Bedwell, Elder Care Coordinator at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law.2019-10-1110 minAging Starts NowLittle Known Resources – Elder LawCertified Elder Law Attorneys Tim Takacs and Barbara Boone McGinnis discuss little-known facts about elder law, paying for long-term care, asset protection, and estate planning.2019-08-3110 minAging Starts NowLittle Known Resources – Prescription AssistanceJoshua Hunter, Public Benefits Specialist at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law, joins Tim and Barbara to discuss available resources to help seniors with the cost of prescription drugs.2019-08-3109 minAging Starts NowThe Electronic Caregiver - Part 1Chris Johnson, Associate Attorney at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law, joins Dennis Clifford, Regional Director of The Electronic Caregiver, for a demonstration of the capabilities of The Electronic Caregiver.2019-06-1204 minAging Starts NowThe Electronic Caregiver - Part 2Chris Johnson, Associate Attorney at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law, joins Dennis Clifford, Regional Director of The Electronic Caregiver, for a demonstration of the capabilities of The Electronic Caregiver.2019-06-1206 minAging Starts NowCapTel Captioned TelephoneChristie Powers joins Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Coordinator Debra King to demonstrate how CapTel Captioned Telephone helps seniors who are hearing impaired.2019-06-1212 minAging Starts NowScheduling Medicare Wellness Checks and Examining Your Medicare Advantage CoverageJosh Hunter, Public Benefits Specialist with Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law, joins Tim and Barbara to talk about Medicare and health coverage for the new year.2019-01-0310 minAging Starts NowEssential Estate Planning DocumentsChris Johnson, Associate Attorney with Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law, joins Tim and Barbara to talk about why it may be in your best interest to make estate planning a priority in 2019.2019-01-0310 minAging Starts NowIntroduction to Veterans BenefitsChris Johnson, Associate Attorney at Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law, PLLC, joins Tim and Barbara to provide an overview of veterans benefits.2018-11-0110 minAging Starts NowElder AbuseThe Honorable Lisa Zavogiannis, District Attorney General serving Van Buren and Warren Counties and member of the Elder Abuse Subcommittee, joins Tim and Barbara to talk about elder abuse-related legislation and initiatives.2018-07-0510 min