Register 20 Seats Remaining
How does Assisted Living differ from a Nursing Home and the type of support it provides? Why is having your Power of Attorney paperwork in place critical for medical and financial decision making?
Daisy Badillo of Merry Heart and Len Hardesty of Hardesty Law Group discuss the option of Assisted Living and the importance of your Power of Attorney documentation in place before the need arises.
The presentation will cover:
About the Presenter: Leonard J.C. Hardesty, Jr. Esq. is an attorney with an office in Ledgewood, New Jersey. His practice focuses on assisting seniors and their families plan with confidence by focusing his practice on Medicaid planning and long-term care strategies, estate planning, and probate/estate administration. He works with clients to protect assets and qualify for Medicaid when appropriate, and prepares clear, practical planning documents—wills, trusts, durable powers of attorney, and advanced medical directives—so wishes are honored and loved ones are protected. When a death occurs, he guides families step-by-step through the probate process and administering the estate, helping them settle matters efficiently and with as little stress as possible.
About the Presenter: As Director of Business Development for Merry Heart Senior Services, Daisy Badillo is passionate about educating seniors and their families on making informed decisions about aging and long-term care. With her experience in admissions and senior living, she specializes in guiding individuals and families through the process of understanding Assisted Living - what it is, what services it offers, and how it differs from a nursing home. This workshop will focus on who may qualify for an Assisted Living, when it is the right time to start considering it and the importance of planning ahead. She also emphasizes the critical role of having vital legal documents in place, such as Power of Attorney and the value of elder care legal services to help protect both the seniors and their loved ones.
Plan for Your Peace of Mind - a series on getting your affairs in order
This program is part of a series, Plan for your Peace of Mind. Many of us don’t feel comfortable discussing the end of our lives, which is why we are often not prepared when the time comes. It is to everyone’s advantage to discuss plans and preferences regarding death. The goal of this series is to help attendees and their loved ones ease concerns by learning how to properly plan.
This and all our programs are made possible by the Friends of the Roxbury Public Library. Register online or by calling the library at (973) 584-2400.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Health & Wellness | General |
The Roxbury Township Public Library is a municipal library serving the communities of Succasunna, Ledgewood, Landing, Berkshire Valley, Port Morris, and Kenvil. Residents of the township are eligible to a free library card which enables access to 2.8 million items across the Morris Library Alliance including digital books, museum passes and more.
