Health and property planning for Metro Atlanta seniors

Kroger was the presenting sponsor. Kaiser Permanente and The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm have been additionally program sponsors.

At the pre-event expo, attendees visited tables and obtained updated on vaccines from Kroger Health Pharmacies. Then, the golden-ager Silver Classics Crew obtained the group on their toes with a full of life efficiency.

AJC chief business officer Kim Yates shared opening remarks earlier than editor-in-chief Leroy Chapman Jr. inspired attendees to stay related to neighborhood by subscribing to the AJC.

Later, Mara Davis hosted segments and a Q&A session on well being, pharmacy advantages and property planning. Guests additionally gained prizes all through this system, together with Kaiser Permanente-branded reward baskets, fireproof doc holders from The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm, and Kroger reward playing cards.

Four panelists rounded out a dialogue on well being and property planning: Erin Webb, pharmacy observe coordinator, Kroger Health; Dr. Karen R. Stewart, chief of behavioral well being, The Southeast Permanente Medical Group; Malcolm Tallie, supervisor of Medicare gross sales at Kaiser Permanente; and Shannon Pawley, J.D., LL.M., CEO, The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm.

Webb shared solutions on vaccines individuals over 55 must be updated on, the protection of GLP-1s, and Kroger pharmacy advantages. She additionally mentioned the distinction between colds and allergy symptoms, what meals to eat when taking medicine, and medicines individuals aged 65 and over ought to keep away from.

Stewart answered questions on psychological well being and getting old and bettering mind well being. She additionally shared tips about recognizing the distinction between dementia and psychological well being issues in seniors.

Tallie targeted on all issues Medicare. He talked in regards to the distinction between Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D and whether or not still-working seniors can qualify for Medicare. Other subjects included Medicare Financial Assistance Programs and whether or not seniors could make adjustments after open enrollment.

Pawley mentioned the distinction between a will and a belief, property planning in a difficult economic system, and the way a to keep away from probate. She additionally addressed methods seniors can guarantee they’ve a sound will and belief, energy of lawyer and beginning an property planning journey. After the occasion, Pawley spoke one-on-one with company to reply their estate-planning questions.

For extra details about wholesome residing, staying energetic, connecting to neighborhood and extra try the Aging in Atlanta digital part at ajc.com/aging.