The city of Maplewood will sponsor a series of free talks on issues related to aging. All will be at Maplewood City Hall in the council chamber from 1:30 t0 2:30 p.m.
Each topic will have a guest speaker who is a specialist in the field. The first talk is June 12. The talks run monthly through December.
Update: There are two talks remaining: The Price is Right, November 13, and Making Your Savings Last Through Retirement: Financial Planning Topics for Seniors, December 11. See details below.
The complete schedule:
Aging in Place and Choosing a Contractor, June 12, Speakers: Barry Greenberg, Architectural Design Guild and Sheila Holm, AARP, St. Louis
Our houses become more difficult to maintain as we age. Learn the steps to take to make your house safer, assessable and energy efficient. We will also discuss how to select and work with contractors to assure that the work on your home is completed correctly and meets your expectations.
Should I Stay or Should I Go? Housing and Housing Alternatives for the Aging Person, July 10, Speakers: Katrie Spink, Richmond Terrace Assisted Living Community and Denise Travis, Lutheran Senior Services
With changing physical and social needs, are you aware of all the options that are available? Whether you wish to stay in your home or are looking to join a senior living community, learn of the resources available to make an informed decision that best fits your needs.
Don’t be a Victim: Elder Abuse and Financial Exploitation, August 4, Speaker: Secretary of State Jason Kander’s Office and Maplewood Police Department
Seniors can be targets of abuse both physically and financially. Learn how to protect yourself from financial and physical abuse or fraud. Get the information you need to ensure your financial and physical safety.
Become a Legal Eagle: Legal Topics for Seniors, September 11, Speaker: Melissa Leavy, The Elder Care Law Practice, LLC
As we age, our legal issues change. Legal planning for he future with an estate plan is always wise, but even with a good plan, unexpected changes and health issues can throw a kink in our plans. Understand how aging affects our legal needs, including diminishing mental capacity, declining health, the impact of asset transfers, paying for long-term care, and planning for death.
Solving the Medicare Puzzle: Understanding Medicare and Supplemental Insurance, October 9, Speaker: Paul Barker, Premier Insurance Source, LLC
Medicare can seem like a 1,000-piece puzzle, with several missing pieces. Learn about important information you might be missing and how you can start moving in the right direction.
The Price is Right, November 13, Speaker: Kay Basta, Realtor
Property and utility taxes, homeowners insurance, and real estate issues—learn how you can pay less and make property tax appeals. As a seasoned real estate agent, Kay Basta will explain ways to protect yourself against solicitors, the perspective of real estate agents on selling to investors and investment companies, and pitfalls for senior home sellers.
Making Your savings Last Through Retirement: Financial Planning Topics for Seniors, December 11, Speaker: Andrew Bolin, Thrivent
Learn new opportunities to help over come today’s financial challenges. From low interest rates and increased volatility to dealing with ever increasing prices, let financial advisor Andrew Bolin help you make sense of our changing financial landscape and what you can do to take care of yourself.