On this episode of CFO at Home, Vince’s guest is Nicole Smith, author of "Diagnosis Dementia: Your Guide to Elder Care Planning and Crisis Management." Nicole shares her personal journey into caregiving, sparked by her mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis, and discusses the emotional and financial challenges faced by caregivers, including the significant costs associated with care, the complexities of Medicare and Medicaid, and the importance of planning ahead. They also discuss the necessity of having candid conversations about mortality and financial preparedness with loved ones. To learn more about Nicole and her book, visit njsmithbooks.com

Key Topics:

• The emotional and financial impacts of caregiving

• Understanding Medicare and Medicaid limitations

• The importance of planning for long-term care

• Navigating Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)

• Building a supportive team of professionals for elder care

• The necessity of discussing financial and medical powers of attorney

Key Links:

• njsmithbooks.com

• Area Agencies on Aging - Eldercare Locator

• Elder Law Attorneys - National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

• Nicole Smith - Author - NJS Press | LinkedIn

• Nicole Smith (@dementiabookreview) • Instagram

Contact the Host - vince@thecfoathome.com

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