The Elders' Insight - Financial Planning is key to Elder Care Planning

What is the Elders' Insight?

We created The Elders' Insight for those who may not have the time or ability to attend our presentations and workshops in greater Toronto, but who would benefit from our leading edge information such as financial planning and advance care planning. The Elders' Insight is a podcast series with experts on topics of interest to all of us seniors, pre-seniors and their caring families.

With the convenience of "click", you can enjoy our library for podcasts that we've been producing since 2017 that you'll find below. Just find the title of your interest and click on the black and white arrow in the middle of the image

And for 2019, you'll be enjoying the series in "videocast" mode! Elder care planning has many components.

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Our Latest Episodes

Real Estate Considerations for Seniors
For those of you looking to change your place of residence, for whatever reason, this edition of The Elders’ Insight will provide some very helpful insights for you. Whether you are the homeowner or a loved one who is part of the decision-making process, you won’t want to miss this key aspect of elder care planning !

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Financial Insights....relevant to me!

Whether you’re in the planning stages of your retirement or if you’re right in the middle of your retirement right now, are you wondering…how much is enough?

This insightful episode will give you some very valuable and relevant perspectives to consider in your financial planning thinking today.

Downsizing... Getting From Here to There

Looking at downsizing as part of elder care planning?

Moving to a new residence in our outside Toronto?

Pondering changes to your current residence? or

Did a recent walk around and wondered, where did all this “stuff” come from?

Insurance for Long Term Care
An insurance offering that a lot of people are not aware of and potentially something that could offset a lot of surprise expenses later on in one’s life……at a time when one’s life is experiencing some true challenges. Insurance is a key component of elder care planning and financial planning.

I'm All Packed.....Where To?
Whether you’re pre-retiree getting your “bucket list” in order or a seasoned retiree traveler who is who is deciding on their next escape, you’re going to find today's episode really interesting and helpful. Enjoying the lifestyle you seek is key aspect of elder care planning.

The State of Your Estate
Thinking about your estate plan and wondering what you should be considering? And would appreciate some great tips along the way? Join us with Cynthia Woods of Woods Law as we talk about. Advance care planning is a complement to elder care planning.

The Myths & Realities of Ageing

Featuring Dr. Samir Sinha - Director of Geriatrics at Mount Sinai Hospital and Assistant Professor in the Departments of Medicine, Family and Community Medicine at the University of Toronto, and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

New Research on Ageing
Featuring Michael Nicin - Executive Director, The National Institute on Ageing (NIA) in Toronto.

Another fascinating discussion, this time about what current research is telling us about ageing and elder care planning today and the issues confronting us with respect to advance care planning.

My Lifestyle Plan Is All About Music!

Featuring Glenn Ironside - Retiree, Musician & Entrepreneur

A fascinating discussion about high-school dreams and how retirement can allow you to "finally make it happen". Find out how to go about getting started on a dream or a hobby for yourself!

A New Government....New Opportunities
Featuring Susan Eng - former VP Advocacy for CARP

A fascinating podcast with one of Canada's leading advocates for older adults, as she offers thoughts for the new Ontario Government on our healthcare system, elder care planning plus the importance of advocacy

Estate Planning Smarts

Featuring Lola Macanowicz of Lola Macanowicz Insurance & Financial Services - The Co-Operators in greater Toronto area.

A terrific podcast with Lola Macanowicz providing some invaluable insight for those Estate Planning and financial planning for yourself or others in your family.

Where Will I Live?
Featuring Nancie McLeod
of ReThink Your Real Estate

Another terrific podcast with Nanci McLeod, a real estate professional, interior designer and a whole lot more, from right here in Toronto.....with considerations, insights and tips for deciding your next residence for "aging well"

What is Ageing Well All About?

Featuring Gary Hepworth

of Hepworth & Associates

Our founder, Gary Hepworth talks about what we need to be considering as they look ahead to their elder years. And that the term “aging well” seems to mean so many different things to so many different people. Advance care planning, financial planning and elder care planning are all key.

Why Advance Care Planning?