Senior Radio Buffalo episode #503- 12/23/23
Segment 1 (3:50): We begin today’s show with Brad and Brian Stamm from Stamm Law Firm. Today we are talking about what to be thinking about now with the holidays right around the corner. Brad and Brian tell us how this may be the right time to talk about what the future plans are with the older adults in your family. Then they tell us about the documents you need to get settled and into place so that your family can be free of worry No matter what, these documents will never change and we like to call them “The Basic Three.” You are not going to want to miss this information for you and for your family. Finally, Brad and Brian tell us the extreme importance of these documents. To learn more about Stamm Law Firm, please visit HERE!
Segment 2 (19:07): Then we are joined by Karen and Brian from Clarity Group. First Karen tells us how happy their clients have been with their recent services and how their clients were surprised at all of the information they learned from Clarity Group. Linda then shares her personal experience when going in to meet with Lisa from Clarity Group. Next Brian shares with us his experience during Open Enrollment this year and what he saw with their clients. He also shares with us what he and their agents tell their clients. Finally, Karen tells us how unlike the TV ads, Clarity Group is here for you all year round. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, you can call 716-393-3437 or visit HERE!
Segment 3 (32:39): Next we welcome Lou Billittier Jr from Chef’s Restaurant. First hear how they are celebrating 100 years! Then we talk about the amazing connections Lou has made at the restaurant. Lou then tells us how he and his sister learned so much from their parents and are keeping that alive at Chef’s. Next Linda and Lou discuss the awesome 100 year celebration they had for Chef’s and we discuss the video that was presented at the party. Chef’s has really shaped the downtown Buffalo experience. Finally Lou tells us how important the Chef’s Experience is. To learn more about Chef’s, please visit HERE!
Segment 4 (47:29): We wrap up the first half of our show with Paul, manager of our SAS Shoes and today we start by talking about how having great shoes and healthy feet is a great way to enter the new year! Then Paul tells us how a gift card could be a great gift for someone who wants to try the SAS Experience. Paul shares with us that their level of customer service is like the fantastic service given in past times. Then we discuss how our feet change so much when we become seniors and having a pair of SAS Shoes can support that. Finally, Paul and Linda talk about the end of year cards. You are definitely going to want to tune into this and hear all about it! To learn more about their amazing shoes, please visit HERE!
Segment 5 (1:04:03): We start the second half of our show with Julianne Lepo, CDFA, President, and owner of Turning Tides Financial. Julianne tells us how this can be a really rough time of the year to think about getting divorced, but how January is one of the highest months for filing for divorce. Julianne suggests how this is the time for women to prepare if you are thinking about filing. This can mean preparing your financials and thinking about debts and expenses. She encourages her clients to start getting their financial house in order. Next Julianne tells us about the complimentary meeting you will receive if you call her office and mention our show! Finally, she tells us how she works alongside your attorney to create the best team for you. To learn more about how Julianne can help you, please call 716-800-4290 or visit HERE!
Segment 6 (1:18:44): Then we welcome Rachel and Melissa from Erie County Senior Services New York Connects. Today we are discussing the important resource of New York Connects. There are so many services and links when you go through Erie County Senior Services, whether it is services in or out of the home. Next hear how if you call but are outside of Erie County, they can still link you with your local agency. They are here to help! Next we go into even greater detail of all of the resources and services they have to meet your needs. Whatever you are looking for, whether for yourself or a loved one, they can help! To learn more about all of the incredible services available, please call Erie County Senior Services at 716-858-8526.
Segment 7 (1:33:10): Dr. Hopkins, Senior Medical Director of Behavioral Health at Univera Healthcare is our next guest and today we are talking about loneliness in ourselves or a loved one. Today we are focusing on how it can impact our Senior population. First Dr. Hopkins tells us the two main groups that experience loneliness the most: teenagers and seniors. Then he tells us why Seniors experience so much loneliness and social isolation. This ranges from health to financial stress, which all lead to social withdrawal. Then we discuss how the pandemic had such a huge impact on seniors and their social time. Finally, we discuss what we can do to help ourselves or other Seniors to not have the feeling of loneliness. To learn more, please visit HERE!
Segment 8 (1:48:31): We wrap up the show with Roxanne from Elder Care Solutions of Western NY. First hear how Roxanne is your advocate for having a plan in place for your loved one. We then discuss how this is a good time of year to talk to your loved ones about a plan while you’re together for the holidays. You may notice some changes in your loved ones and know that you need an advocate for their health care in case something happens. You need to be thinking about the “what if” moments. It’s a good time to ask about their wishes and sit down with Roxanne to get everything set up right for them. Finally, Roxanne tells us everything they can do for your loved one and your family. Put your mind at ease and sit down with the experts of Elder Care Solutions of Western New York! To learn more about this amazing company, please call 716-823-1476 or visit HERE!