Decisions facing seniors and their adult children can have significant financial and emotional impacts. Seeking guidance from the right resources can help. Jeanne McGill and Mary Frances price share real-life stories that provide valuable insight to help you make more informed decisions.

So you want to plan ahead and get your legal documents in order, but do you know where to start and what documents you will need? What is the difference between a will and a trust? Do you really need a Power of Attorney and a Health Care Directive? Mary Frances Price is an accredited elder law attorney who will help alleviate all confusion on these issues. Sponsored by Emerald Crest. Pre-registration is required.

Statistics show that 70 percent of us are unprepared in one or more areas of personal responsibility in planning. Be educated about innovative, creative and proper funeral preplanning. Learn about funeral options, laws ​r​regarding at home funeral arrangements, and ​c​ost comparisons. Plan ahead: Think outside the box. Pre-registration is required. Presenter: Jeanne McGill-Preplanning Specialist and Mary Frances Price- Elder Law Attorney

Join Mary Frances Price, an accredited elder law attorney who will address medical assistance, VA aid and attendance benefits. It is important to anticipate your future needs, including long-term care and the associated costs. Can you ensure money saved during a lifetime of hard work will be enough to cover medical and long-term care expenses? Are there other resources available to help? Can you gift money to your children? Will your home be taken when you go into a nursing home? Did you know that Veterans or their spouses can receive up to $1,949 of tax free money to supplement their income to pay for health care costs at home, in assisted living facilities and in nursing homes? If you or your spouse served in the military during a wartime period (WWII, Korea, Vietnam, etc.) and you meet certain financial and health criteria, you could be eligible for this additional income - even if you did not retire from the military! Pre-registration is required.

After the loss of a loved one, numerous questions arise. By understanding the pre and post-funeral processes, you can effectively plan ahead to lessen the burden on your family and gain peace of mind for yourself. Before the funeral, around 65 decisions need to be addressed, such as payment responsibilities, service types, notifications, and family needs. Post-funeral, considerations include bill payments, managing possessions, Will existence, asset transfer, and if probate is necessary, how long will it take? Join us for answers and information. Register in advance.

After the loss of a loved one, there are numerous questions that need answers. Understanding the processes before and after the funeral can assist in making well-informed plans to alleviate the burden on your family and bring you peace of mind. Before the funeral, around 65 decisions must be addressed, such as who covers the costs, the types of services, who should be informed, the family's requirements, and whether the focus of the funeral is on the deceased or the living. Post-funeral, considerations include settling the deceased's bills and managing their possessions, along with addressing scenarios involving the presence or absence of a Will, asset transfer to heirs, and the necessity of probate. This essential information equips us all to navigate these critical decisions. Join us to gain valuable insights. Don't forget to pre-register for this event. Presenters: Mary Frances Price, Elder Law Attorney and Jeanne McGill, Preplanning Specialist