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Advice From Your Advocates

Attorney Bob Mannor

A podcast dedicated to helping those who are helping our elders.

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33:57

Aging Redefined: Care Strategies & Positive Perspectives

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2024/11/07

Send us a textJoin Attorney Bob Mannor and aging care expert Dr. Corinne Auman for an insightful conversation on Advice From Your Advocates. Dr. Auman discusses her book Keenagers and shares how her personal experiences shaped her approach to aging care management. Together, they explore the challenges families face during senior healthcare crises, the impact of cultural narratives on aging, and the essential role of care navigators. Learn how positive perspectives on aging can drive better

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46:41

Scams & Seniors: How to Protect Your Loved Ones from...

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2024/10/24

Send us a textIn this episode of Advice From Your Advocates Podcast, Elder Law Attorney Bob Mannor and Art Bowker, a cybercrime expert with over 40 years in law enforcement, discuss tactics cybercriminals use and how we can protect ourselves and our loved ones—especially seniors—from becoming victims.Bob and Art explore the rise of sophisticated scams, from phishing emails to AI-generated voice fraud, and highlight the warning signs caregivers and elder care professionals should watch for. Art’s

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26:05

The Hidden Challenges of Home Care: Empowering...

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2024/10/10

Send us a textIn this episode of Advice From Your Advocates, Attorney Bob Mannor and Lance A. Slatton, known as “The Senior Care Influencer," discuss the challenges and experiences in the long-term care industry, particularly focusing on home care services. Lance shares his personal journey that led him to start a home care company after facing his father's health difficulties. They explore the impact of COVID-19 on home care, the importance of social media and podcasting for outreach, and

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34:52

Unlocking Better Care for Dementia: Tips from a...

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2024/09/19

Send us a textIn this episode of the Advice From Your Advocates podcast, host Attorney Bob Mannor has a conversation with Morgan Donoghue, a speech pathologist specializing in neurodegenerative diseases like dementia and Alzheimer's. Together, they discuss the critical role of a speech pathologist in managing communication, and swallowing difficulties, the importance of caregiver education and support, and practical tips for communicating with individuals with dementia. Morgan also introduces

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35:31

Support That Independence": Unlocking Dignity & Joy...

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2024/08/22

Send us a Text Message.In this conversation, Elder Law Attorney Bob Mannor and Carrie Aalberts, founder of DementiaDarling.com, discuss tips and strategies for supporting individuals with dementia and their caregivers. They emphasize the importance of supporting independence and understanding the changes happening in the brain of someone with dementia.Bob and Carrie discuss the challenges faced by family caregivers and the need for dementia-focused care. They both highlight the importance of

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36:39

Beyond the Bedside: A Caregiver’s Story of Resilience...

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2024/07/31

Send us a Text Message.A Departure from the Norm: A Caregiver's StoryTypically, we bring you expert insights from the elder care industry on Advice From Your Advocates. But today, we're taking a different approach. Join us as we delve into the heart of the caregiving experience with Sarah Cart, author of “On My Way Back to You.”In this conversation with Attorney Bob Mannor, Sarah shares her raw and honest journey of caring for her husband, Ben, through a severe autoimmune disease

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28:39

Enhancing Senior Lives: The Impact of Senior...

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2024/06/27

Send us a Text Message.In episode 47 of Advice From Your Advocates Podcast, Host Attorney Bob Mannor interviews Holly Burgess from the Swartz Creek Senior Center and Greg Matheson from the Flushing Senior Center. They discuss the importance of senior centers in the community and how they connect seniors to services and resources. They also talk about the role of senior centers in enhancing the lives of retired individuals and seniors with memory loss. The conversation highlights upcoming events and

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40:44

Crafting a Holistic Dementia Care Plan: Insights from...

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2024/06/12

Send us a Text Message.On this episode of Advice From Your Advocates, Attorney Bob Mannor sits down with Senior Care Advisor and Advocate, Bill Cohen. Bill shares his own, personal journey as a caregiver for his mother who had Alzheimer's disease. He became her advocate and primary caregiver, handling her financial, legal, and care issues for 10 years. After her passing, he became a caregiving support consultant and advocate, turning his personal loss into his passion.Both Bob and Bill

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44:11

Achieving Independence through Comprehensive Brain Care

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2024/05/30

Send us a Text Message.How can we better support individuals with brain-related conditions across all age groups? Join us as we welcome Nate Gardin, Chief Operating Officer of Life Skills Village, to explore the transformative world of neurorehabilitation and mental health services. Nate offers a detailed look at Life Skills Village’s unique, team-based approach that includes neuropsychiatrists, neuropsychologists, social workers, and therapists, all striving towards one goal: community

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42:37

Essential Strategies for Dementia Caregivers:...

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2024/05/13

Send us a Text Message.In this conversation, Bob Mannor, an elder law attorney, interviews Tami Anastasia, a counselor with a dementia-focused counseling practice. They discuss the challenges faced by families dealing with dementia and how to navigate them.Tami emphasizes the importance of educating families about dementia and its effects on the brain. She helps families understand that the behaviors exhibited by their loved ones with dementia are not intentional but a result of the disease. Tami

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54:24

Beyond the Will: Essential Steps in Special Needs...

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2024/04/30

"Who's going to watch over my child and make sure that things are being done properly, that they have everything they need?"In this conversation, Bob Mannor, a certified elder law attorney, interviews Michele Fuller, a nationally recognized top special needs attorney, about special needs planning. Bob and Michele discuss the importance of collaboration and the need for a comprehensive approach to planning for families with loved ones with special needs. They highlight the role of a

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27:50

The Importance of Movement and Exercise for Seniors:...

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2024/04/17

Mercedes Fernandez, from Mouvement Geriatric Physiotherapy, joins Elder Law Attorney Bob Mannor to discuss the importance of movement and exercise for seniors. Mercedes shares her personal and professional journey in geriatric kinesiology and how she transitioned to working with older adults online. She explains the benefits of remote training, including the ability to record sessions and provide personalized exercises for clients to practice at home. Mercedes emphasizes the importance of movement

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33:00

The Ultimate Retirement Roadmap: How to Manage Your...

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2024/04/02

SummaryIn this conversation, Bob Mannor, a certified elder law attorney, interviews Greg Kurinec, a certified financial planner, about financial planning for retirement. Bob and Greg discuss the importance of comprehensive financial planning, the role of a certified financial planner (CFP), and the value of professional designations. They also cover topics like retirement activities and identity, the shift from pensions to individual retirement accounts (IRAs), tax planning in retirement, the

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16:44

Unlocking ABLE Act Benefits: A Guide for Families...

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2024/03/20

This episode of Advice From Your Advocates Podcast is especially helpful for anyone concerned with financial security for a loved one with disabilities. Join host Attorney Bob Mannor as he discusses upcoming changes to the ABLE Act. The ABLE Act (Achieving a Better Life Experience) is a program that provides financial support for individuals with special needs or disabilities who are on Medicaid or Social Security Disability. It allows for contributions to an ABLE account, which provides financial

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37:03

Supporting Loved Ones with Dementia: Expert Tips &...

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2024/03/06

Discover how to transform the journey of dementia care into one filled with compassion and expertise, as renowned geropsychologist, Dr. Natalie Edmonds from Dementia Care Blazers returns to our show to share her valuable insights in a conversation with our host, Elder Law Attorney Bob Mannor. This episode promises to navigate you through the complexities of dementia and offer personalized strategies to uplift the lives of those affected. We unravel the heartwarming power of family-sourced knowledge

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34:39

Your Healthcare, Your Terms: Take Control with...

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2024/02/02

Unravel the complexities of healthcare directives with the expertise of Kelli King-Penner and myself, Bob Mannor, as we guide you through the legal maze of ensuring your medical wishes are respected. This enlightening conversation promises to illuminate Michigan's unique patient advocate designation and why it might be a better alternative to a living will. We don't just scratch the surface; we delve into the nuances that distinguish the healthcare power of attorney from the financial and

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EP. 37 - Michigan's New Power of Attorney Law: Your...

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2024/01/17

Uncover the secrets of the latest Michigan law changes with Bob Mannor and Kelli King-Penner. Episode Highlights:Bob and Kelli emphasize the significance of durable power of attorney, a document enabling individuals to manage financial assets on behalf of someone unable to do so themselves. The episode delves into the nuances of the recently passed law, set to take effect on July 1, 2024.Insights and Takeaways:Crucial Role of Durable Power of Attorney: They note the document's importance,

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Ep. 36 - Celebrating Holidays with Dementia-Inclusive...

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2023/12/13

Imagine navigating the holiday season with a loved one living with dementia. It's undoubtedly a heart-wrenching reality, yet it also presents an opportunity to connect more profoundly with your loved one. This is the focus of our earnest conversation with the mighty compassionate Elisa Bosley chaplain and founder of Spiritual Elder Care.In this fascinating episode, host Attorney Bob Mannor and Elisa tackle the sensitive subject of including dementia patients in our family and religious

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EP. 35 - Resilient Caregiving: How to Avoid Burnout...

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2023/11/30

Feeling the weight of caregiving? Curious about the signs of caregiver burnout and how to navigate them? Join us as we sit down with Danielle Chwalibog, a seasoned care planner and navigator at Mannor Law Group, who helps us sail through the tumultuous seas of caregiver burnout. Together, we unravel the emotional and physical toll it takes, particularly on spouses, and the necessity of separate spaces to prevent the emotional burden from creeping into your home. We delve into the dense fog of

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EP. 34 - Medicaid, Caregiver Contracts & Why Michigan...

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2023/11/13

Ever wondered how the system could impose penalties on you for simply caring for your loved ones? Prepare to have your eyes opened by Amy Persails, Planning Services Director at Mannor Law Group. Amy brings her vast experience in handling Medicaid cases to this discussion, revealing how the state of Michigan imposes penalties on families seeking in-home care for their elderly relatives. We unravel the intricate web of rules, the hoops one has to jump through, and strategies to protect your assets

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