Whole Care Network

During the Covid-19 crisis, it may be especially hard to talk to the doctors about the condition of a loved one in the hospital. Here are tips to make the most of what may be very difficult circumstances.

How can you reach the most people? As my guest says in this podcast of MAKE MORE MONEY BY GIVING BETTER PRESENTATIONS, “By being online, you can speak to The Whole World”! That means you can also sell more (if that is your goal). As a Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional), Ellen Finkelstein is an expert, speaker, trainer, and best-selling author on PowerPoint and presentation skills. She specializes in training speakers to present effectively. As she grew her business, Ellen became an authority in helping online entrepreneurs to reach more people through writing and speaking (like my ToastMentor business). This podcast is FULL of very helpful tips on how to effectively present online and grow your business by being online. Ellen outline steps to run your own webinar. She also shares five exceptional actions to finding partners and affiliates to grow your audience. Some of the important advice that Ellen shares in this podcast includes: How can you ADD VALUE? •Speak online to display expertise, r

Most older adults want to stay in their current home as long as possible. That’s open to debate. Aging-In-Place is the term used to describe staying put wherever you call home - a house, apartment, condo, independent living community. It’s a common belief that if we stay put, we’re independent. Thought it’s often the preferred way to go, it’s not always in your best interest - especially if we’re frail, tend to fall, become malnourished or lonely, or the home is in disrepair. This seminar addresses some those challenges and also touches on the importance of staying social, transportation, meals, and care management.

The idea of paying for long term care can be overwhelming. In this short Podcast, Bill Comfort discusses the basics of Long Term Care Planning, how it might be something to add to your portfolio, and what to look for if you decide to dig a bit deeper. As a former radio and TV journalist, Bill has a unique ability to take the complicated world of long-term care and communicate planning and insurance implementation options clearly and directly. Bill's mission is to help individuals and families properly protect themselves from the financial and emotional costs of a long-term care disability. He has trademarked the phrase, The LTCpro(R).

In this caregiver spotlight episode, meet millennial caregiver Kiersten Regele who currently cares for both of her parents with the help of her siblings. Learn how Kiersten's day job intersected with her family's current needs and how a smartphone app is saving their sanity when it comes to keeping up with all the caregiving related responsibilities. You'll also hear some vulnerability from Kiersten as she shares what it's like to be a millennial caregiver juggling work and family and how she is determined to bring in some fun to her new caregiving role.

A panel of decluttering, organizing, packing, moving, appraisal and estate sale specialists discuss how you can organize you home to either age in place more successfully or downsize with ease. Featuring: Denise Lee, Carolyn Parmer, Kristen Lund, Jeff Randall

In this podcast, Randy Schrupp provides a bird's eye view of Medicare Insurance Options. In subsequent podcasts, Randy goes in depth into Traditional Medicare Insurance (Part A, Part B, Part D, and Medigap Insurance) and Medicare Advantage Plans.

Do you have the Attitude, Expertise and Drive for success? On this podcast of “MAKE MORE MONEY BY GIVING BETTER PRESENTATIONS”, Business Growth Coach Kenny Harper explains why right mindset are the keys to amplifying your business. Kenny is a Certified Marketing Advisor and Trainer for Business Growth. He has published several books on marketing and sales, including Amplify Your Business™, and “Business Breakthroughs in 45 Minutes”. Kenny co-founded his marketing agency, Rock My Image to help small businesses – like yours, and like mine with TOASTMENTOR - to create marketing and sales systems that generate predictable cashflow and profits. Kenny explains that systems work, as long as we believe in them and, more importantly, believe in ourselves. As a Growth Amplifier Coach, Kenny helps his clients to find their “blind spots”, and to build systems and processes that help them go From Good to Great. Some of the important advice that Kenny shares in this podcast includes: How can you ADD VALUE? •Provide v

Would you like to make 50% more money? My guest on today’s podcast will help you to achieve the Next Level of Success, by improving your leadership skills and your communications skills. As an Executive Director of The John Maxwell Team, Mark Missigman is a Leadership and DISC Expert, Founder and CEO of Mark Missigman Enterprises. As Mark will explain, DISC is a personality test that helps you to determine your communication style, so that you can gain more sales, and lead your team more effectively. Mark also describes why you will benefit by creating and telling your own stories. As he says, “Touch a heart before you ask for a hand.” Mark’s experience includes 20 years in the Navy, where he cultivated his leadership skills. After retiring, he continued to serve his country as a consultant, where he grew his business line from one employee and $100,000 in revenue to ten employees and $2.2 million dollars. Some of the important advice that Mark shares in this podcast includes: How can you ADD VALU

Dennis Cooper has over twenty-five years experience in insurance and financial planning. For the last eight years focusing all of his efforts in assisting active adults in understanding and properly utilizing the equity in their homes to reach their financial and retirement goals, with several of the leading Reverse Mortgage organizations in the country.

In this Senior Learning Institute Education Moment, Shawn Estep, Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney provides insight into the importance of having a Healthcare Power of Attorney and HIPPA Release in place. Ideally, it's part of a comprehensive estate plan.

Eileen Lambert - Oasis Senior Advisors, Chesterfield, MO shares her thoughts on how seniors and their loved ones can successfully navigate choosing the best senior living community for their needs - current and future. We also discuss how to navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this Senior Learning Institute Education Moment, Shawn Estep, Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney provides insight into the importance of having a Financial Power of Attorney in place. Ideally, it's part of a comprehensive estate plan.

There's senior living and there's senior living. Once of the best ways to pick the right community the first time by working with a local expert who can narrow the down the field and share their insight to each community. Nancy McClure, owner of Greater St. Louis Care Patrol, speaks on the different types of senior living options and how to pick the best one (based on your short and long term needs) the first time. Another Senior Learning Institute Educational Moment | www.seniorlearninginstitute.com | (314) 400-8102 | Ted Gottlieb, Founder

Denise B. Lee, Certified Professional Organizer®, Coach, Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)®, Owner of Clear Spaces, LLC discusses: The buying mindset; If fear drives excess buying (does stocking up on toilet paper during a pandemic ring a bell?); What someone can do to break the buying habit. Clear Spaces, LLC | www.clearspaces.org | 314-956-2282 Another quality Senior Learning Institute Educational Moment www.SeniorLearningInstitute.com

Denise B. Lee, Certified Professional Organizer®, Coach, Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)®, Owner of Clear Spaces, LLC discusses: The common mistakes people make with their paper; Some rules we can follow to make dealing with paper easier; The special needs some seniors have when it comes to managing their paper. http://www.clearspaces.org

Brad Kohlbrecher and his team take a client-focused approach to identify and implement the best mobility solutions for many families and businesses - with the purpose of improving quality of life. In this podcast, Brad discusses how through the use of universal design concepts, stay put longer.

Brad Kohlbrecher and his team take a client-focused approach to identify and implement the best mobility solutions for many families and businesses - with the purpose of improving quality of life. In this podcast, Brad discusses how chairlifts can help folks age-in-place longer and safer.

Sharon Gorman is the President of Certified Care Management, LLC. As a Certified Care Manager and Advanced Professional with the Aging Life Care Association, she brings over 14 years experience to the field of senior care and family advocacy. Her responsibilities include an initial assessment, creation of care plan and the ongoing management of changing needs for individuals of all ages. Her clients receive personalized care consultation in making health, wealth and legal decisions that impact their everyday lives.

Sharon Gorman is the President of Certified Care Management, LLC. As a Certified Care Manager and Advanced Professional with the Aging Life Care Association, she brings over 14 years experience to the field of senior care and family advocacy. Her responsibilities include an initial assessment, creation of care plan and the ongoing management of changing needs for individuals of all ages. Her clients receive personalized care consultation in making health, wealth and legal decisions that impact their everyday lives.