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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, has a thorough review of Medicaid including what it is, how to qualify for it, what it pays for, some limitations, and how to use State-specific regulations to your advantage.  IF there is a possibility you could run out of assets and need senior care, THIS very informative program is for you!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions. Ben discusses how selling your house “as is” can help pay for senior care and reviews the many financial options available such as a lump sum payment, receiving monthly payments, deferred payments, and staying in your house after closing while waiting for space to become available in your chosen senior care community.  Steve answers the question “can I give away assets in order to qualify for Medicaid?”.  Then Steve discusses how he successfully helped a client after their failed attempt with a “fr...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer, about all things Medicare.  Mark addresses the Medicare Annual Election Period and what changes you can make during that time, as well as important policy changes regarding several Kansas City based Advantage plans.  Then, Mark discusses major changes in Medicare Part D that could leave you without local representation from a Medicare broker.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert warning you about the latest scam of calling seniors about their “New Upgraded Medicare Card”.  Spoiler alert: there is NO SUCH THING as an upgrade...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Senior Wealth Manager and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits. Bruce provides a brief snapshot of the current state of the economy, has a year-end planning reminder, and explains what Rally Wealth and Benefits is doing with their portfolios.  Then, Steve visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care and Bill Riek, Associate Director of Gift Planning with KCHPC.  David and Bill discuss Estate Planning Awareness Week, explain the importance of having the proper foundational documents in place, and of...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Cary Hall, nationally syndicated radio host and America’s Healthcare Advocate.  Cary provides a thorough review of ACA-Obamacare, its history, the projected vs actual cost, and where it’s headed as well as alternatives to this health insurance plan.  Then, Cary discusses the upcoming Medicare Annual Election Period.  This is a lively discussion you don’t want to miss!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Medicare #ACA  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions. Ben discusses how his company buys houses in “as is” condition from individuals who value of the services he offers, shares a story of helping a recent client, and compares the HDS model to that of the wholesalers.  Then, Steve discusses the entrance fee model and rental model of Continuing Care Retirement Communities.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert where Senior Care Consulting helped a client who had an unfortunate experience with a “free” referral service.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySen...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, reviews Long Term Care Insurance and some of the key components in the policy.  Spoiler alert: with the skyrocketing cost of senior care, owning Long Term Care Insurance is no longer optional.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert warning of what can happen if you are not proactive in your search for senior care, and how the senior care demand-curve is flattening.  Then Steve discusses Senior Care Consulting franchising opportunities and Senior Care Live advertising opportunities.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, recognizes National Assisted Living Week and defines the assisted living level of care, the types of care that can be provided at this level, the average monthly cost, and the 3 AL pricing models.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert about the Top 10 Reasons you could receive an unwanted discharge from assisted living and how to avoid an unwanted discharge.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, has breaking news from Tom Brokenjaw that you don’t want to miss!  Then, Steve reviews the primary levels of care available at senior care communities, what they provide, and their average monthly costs. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, welcomes 2 new affiliates to the Senior Care Broadcasting Network (Ashville, NC) and reviews what to determine BEFORE beginning your search for a senior care community.  This information could save you dozens of hours of time!  Steve defines the consistently misused term “memory care” and explains that it is NOT a level of care, but a type of care that can be found at 4 different levels of care!  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert where Steve shares the story of 2 completely botched placements by one of the “free” referral services and warns to...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions. Ben discusses how his company buys houses in “as is” condition from individuals because of the value of the services he offers and Ben shares a story of a client who was able to stay in the house several weeks after closing due to timing issues with the new home.  Then, Steve visits with Zach Cram, DPT, PT and President of Rehab Strategies.  Rehab Strategies is a physical, occupational, and speech therapy provider that contracts with skilled nursing, long term care...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, shares the story of how it all began 23 years ago in a SPECIAL EPISODE celebrating the 23rd anniversary of Senior Care Consulting!  Then, Steve visits with JC Pfeister, Owner of Seniors Helping Seniors, KC Metro South.  JC shares the story of how the company began and explains their unique staffing model.  With a little help from Seniors Helping Seniors, you can count on a reliable and relatable caregiver to help you remain independent at home for years to come.  Then, Steve discusses SCC Franchising opportunities and explains the major bene...

Kansas City Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care and Dr. Iman Williams Christians, Director of Grief Support and Counseling with KCHPC.  Dr. Iman discusses common responses to grief and shares several excellent KC Hospice resources to help coping with and expressing grief.  David explains how these extensive and community-wide grief support programs are funded and how to donate to the KC Solace House.  David also announces this year’s Sunday Night Live event, KCHPC’s premier fund-raising event, to be held on...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, explains Medicaid, what it is, how it works, how to qualify, and what it pays for relative to needing a long term care community.  Then, Steve reviews when to consider moving from home to a senior care community and what to determine before beginning your search.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Senior Wealth Manager and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits.  Bruce reviews highlights from the One Big Beautiful Bill including energy and taxes as well as economic and portfolio considerations.  Steve reviews what you should know when searching for a long term care community.  And, if you are faced with having to make a quick placement decision when being discharged from a hospital, Steve discusses how Senior Care Consulting can help with their 2-step placement process!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Fidu...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions.  Ben shares a story of a client that received a competitive offer that wasn’t so competitive after all, explains that many large corporations are selling more inventory than they’re buying, and explains why your mortgage payoff could be different than what you expect.  Steve reviews the hidden risks and liabilities of hiring your own private caregiver and offers his “homecare provider screening tool” FREE of charge to Senior Care Live listeners.  Steve also explains that IF you’re planning on m...

Listen in to a SPECIAL 12th ANNIVERSARY EPISODE as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, shares the story of how it all began 12 years ago.  Then, Steve discusses the situation of a resident living in a senior care community, not receiving the care they’re paying for, and shares how his firm Senior Care Consulting can help by exploring your options and finding a better fit that provides much better care. #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, discusses when to consider moving from home to a senior care community, then reviews the primary levels of care available at senior care communities, what they provide, and their average monthly cost.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Fiduciary(800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Senior Wealth Manager and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits.  Bruce discusses how to approach investing in times like these when there is so much international conflict and provides an overview of how many past international conflicts have impacted the financial market.  Bruce also discusses the importance of cyber security, in light of the recent government announcement of information from 16 billion accounts being compromised.  Then, Steve visits with Scott Lien, CEO and Co-founder of Grand Pad.  Scott shares his AMAZING story of traveling to Normandy, Fran...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions.  Ben shares the story of a client that received a competitive offer that wasn’t so competitive after all, explains that many large corporations are selling more inventory than they’re buying, and what affect this has on the market.  Ben discusses how your mortgage payoff could be different than what you expect.  Steve shares an interesting conversation he had this week with a client, reviews some incredible online information about a LTC community, and compares Senior Care Consulting to the “fr...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, reviews a little bit of everything including how the waiting list works at a senior care community and what happens if you decline an available space.  He also explains what a Care Contract is, why you need one, and what could happen if you don’t have one.  Spoiler alert: not having one could cause a major Medicaid penalty!  If you do encounter a Medicaid penalty, Steve discusses the Medicaid Penalty Divisor and how to calculate your penalty.  Can you transfer your house to your adult child?  Learn about the Car...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, reviews “what to determine BEFORE beginning your search for a senior care community”.  Spoiler alert: don’t take the ole shotgun approach, you’re wasting your valuable time, and this contributes to the average of 50-100 hours spent on searching for a senior care community.  Pro tip: Senior Care Consulting clients only spend 4 hours in the search and selection process!  Then, Steve shares the average monthly costs at each level of care.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Craig Sprinkle, CEO, and Dana Janssen, Chief Product Officer, from MedCerts.  MedCerts is a leading online education company offering career training programs in senior care, with a strong emphasis on practical, job-ready skills. They discuss how MedCerts can help with training, retention, and certification of new and existing staff, leading to higher quality care and outcomes.  With today’s severe staffing shortage in senior care, MedCerts’ advanced online training programs are more important and valuable than ever before!  Steve discusses what to do when living in an Assiste...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Senior Wealth Manager and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits.  Bruce provides a market update and discusses healthcare planning in retirement.  Steve reviews the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit, a valuable and little-known benefit for veterans and their surviving spouses to pay for the high cost of senior care.  Then, Steve discusses Senior Care Consulting franchise opportunities all across America!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Fiduciary #WealthManagement  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions.  Ben discusses the importance of finding real estate professionals that can provide multiple options/solutions for someone needing to sell their house when downsizing or moving to a senior care community and the challenges of finding contractors that will show up and complete home improvement projects on time.  Steve discusses a personal story of a health scare and how recovery is going.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise(800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, warns everyone to be protective of their Long Term Care Insurance policy, as there seems to be a trend in receiving calls asking if you want to “upgrade” your policy.  Many times, this “upgrade” would change your lifetime benefit to a 3-5 year benefit, which is NOT in your favor.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert where Steve will share some shocking, publicly available, Better Business Bureau complaints about a “free” referral service.  Steve exposes the revenue model of a new flavor of “free” referral service and encourages you to ask the fair and i...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Scott Lien, CEO and Co-founder of GrandPad.  Scott explains what GrandPad is, how it works and who it’s for.  The GrandPad has some amazing technology following their 90/90 principle: A 90-year-old can start using it and love it within 90 seconds!  Scott shares their new Grandie Games, games for seniors, and Grandi Chat, where a senior can have a chat with their GrandPad.  GrandPad helps with connection, depression, isolation and cognitive decline.  Scott offers Senior Care Live listeners a generous $250 discount and that offer is good through Mother’s Day 5/1...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Senior Wealth Manager and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits.  Bruce discusses the wild fluctuations in the market and explains there are many other factors, in addition to tariffs, affecting the market. Steve answers his most frequently asked question of when to consider moving from home to a senior care community.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Fiduciary #WealthManagement (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions.  Ben discusses the importance of finding real estate professionals that can provide multiple options/solutions for someone needing to sell their house when downsizing or moving to a senior care community and the challenges of finding contractors that will show up and complete home improvement projects on time.  Steve discusses the gray areas of independent and assisted living and reviews the most common pricing models of the assisted living level of care.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #Sen...

National Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, provides information regarding the important subject of Caring for the Caregiver.  Then, Steve reviews Long Term Care Insurance.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #CareGiver #Caring  (800) 331-6445
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Kansas City Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care and Melissa Basgall, Director of Volunteer Services with KCHPC, as they recognize National Volunteer Month and Healthcare Decisions Day.  David reviews how many hours of volunteer work is required for hospice providers and explains how vital they are to the care and operations of Kansas City Hospice.  Melissa shares that KC Hospice has engagement of about 300 volunteers annually and explains some of the many ways volunteers contribute and how you can get in...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, shares the top 10 reasons you could receive an unwanted discharge from the assisted living level of care and how to avoid this altogether.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #AssistedLiving (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Lorraine Wiseman, PhD. MBA, CPA, President and CEO of Leading the Wise Way, a consulting firm specializing in strategy and change management. They discuss her upcoming book that will focus on helping those nearing retirement (or in retirement) avoid losing their identity, avoid depression, and discover their purpose in the next part of their journey.  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, says he is finding lengthy waiting lists at most senior care communities as we near the end of the peak-demand season and explains what to determine BEFORE beginning your search for a senior care community.  Then, Steve visits with Lorraine Wiseman, PhD. MBA, CPA, President and CEO of Leading the Wise Way, a consulting firm specializing in strategy and change management. They discuss her upcoming book that will focus on helping those nearing retirement (or in retirement) avoid losing their identity, avoid depression, and discover their purpose in the n...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Senior Wealth Manager and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits about taxes for retirees.  Specifically, how to reduce taxable income, how to strategically withdraw from taxable and tax-free accounts to minimize the overall tax burden, and how to avoid common mistakes when managing taxable income.  Bruce offers a FREE no-obligation investment-portfolio tax analysis for Senior Care Live listeners, so be sure to take advantage of that generous offer!  Don’t miss the Senior Care in The News report about GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) and then...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions, about how his firm has helped several recent clients sell their home as-is and move to a senior care community.  Then, Steve answers the very common questions “can you move from one senior care community to another?” and “can I move from one place to another if I’m on Medicaid?”.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Fiduciary (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, answers questions from the listening audience, then opens the firehose of information AGAIN to review how to pay for the high cost of senior care.  Topics include Medicare, Medicaid, Long Term Care Insurance, and the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Fiduciary (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, opens the firehose of information and reviews when to consider moving from home to a senior care community and what to determine BEFORE beginning your search.  Then Steve reviews the primary levels of care, their average monthly costs, and defines the often misused term “memory care”.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Fiduciary(800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Senior Wealth Manager and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits about 529 plans addressing contribution limits, what happens if your student does not use the fund for college, and if grandparents can contribute to a 529 plan for their grandchildren.  Bruce also reviews some common mistakes made by investors including getting a late start to investing, annuities, captive vs. independent agents, ETFs vs MFs, investing in only one fund, and not updating beneficiary designations.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Fiduciary #WealthManagement (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Richard Wexler, CEO of Aplan2Age.Org.  Aplan2Age.Org is a foundation with the goal of educating and preparing caregivers for their caregiving journey and the road ahead. (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions, about how HDS was able to help several recent clients.  Then, Steve speaks with Richard Wexler, CEO of Aplan2Age.Org, a foundation with the goal of educating and preparing caregivers for the road ahead.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, answers the important question of when to consider moving from home to a senior care community.  Then, Steve reviews how to maximize your care at any community you choose.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, shares the top 10 reasons you could receive an unwanted discharge from the assisted living level of care and how to avoid this altogether.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #AssistedLiving (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Senior Wealth Manager and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits.  Bruce discusses annuities, reviews the different types of annuities, and explains when it is appropriate to consider buying an annuity as part of your investment strategy.  Then, Steve visits with Robbie Small from Caring Connections.  Robbie introduces the company, reviews their services offered, and explains how they can help clients remain independent at home with meaningful companionship and relationships.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Annuity #Companionship #Homecare  (800) 331-6445
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MILESTONE ALERT!  Listen in to the milestone 600th episode of Senior Care Live as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, President of Home Downsizing Solutions.  They review Ben’s FREE resource, the “Stress Free Home Downsizing Workbook: a Senior’s Guide to Selling Your House and Simplifying Your Life”.  To get your FREE copy, visit HomeDownsizingSolutions.com/Workbook.  Then, Steve reviews the average monthly cost of care available in senior care communities.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise (800) 331-6445
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KC Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires “The Medicare Whisperer” about the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert about aggressive marketing tactics from offshore call centers!  Learn about the little-known Medicare Advantage “Free Look Rule” and what to do if you’ve discovered your Medicare Advantage Plan ended on 12/31/24.  Then, Steve visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care and Heather Murphy, Director of Quality and Regulatory Compliance with KCHPC.  They discuss the impact former President Jimmy Carter had on hospice care...

National Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires “The Medicare Whisperer” about the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert about aggressive marketing tactics from offshore call centers!  Also, learn about the little-known Medicare Advantage “Free Look Rule” and what to do if you’ve discovered your Medicare Advantage Plan ended on 12/31/24.  Then, Steve reviews what to determine BEFORE beginning your search for a senior care community.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Medicare #Advantage  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, wishes everyone a Happy New Year and reviews the next steps to take when realizing a loved one needs care. Steve discusses solutions to remaining independent at home including homecare services, bringing in home equipment, installing a stair lift if needed, and their associated costs.  Then Steve discusses what to determine before searching for a senior care community.  Steve also reviews some specific examples of how Senior Care Consulting has worked with recent clients when needing to move from an assisted living community to long term care and explains wh...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, wraps up the year by reviewing how to pay for the high cost of senior care.  Then, Steve shares a few stories from working with Senior Care Consulting clients and signs off for 2024!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise(800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions.  Ben reviews the many FREE resources available at HomeDownsizing.com and his new FREE stress-free home downsizing workbook that can help with the downsizing process as well as the 5 different options available from HDS when selling your house.  Then, Steve visits with Bruce Glenn, Senior Wealth Manager and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits.  Bruce has an end of the year wrap up for 2024 relative to the markets, inflation, interest rates and other financial factors.  Then, Bruce looks ahead to 2025 with pote...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer.  Mark has a wrap-up of the 2024 Annual Election Period and discusses the 2025 Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment period that is January 1 through March 31, 2025.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert regarding Open Enrollment and the Senior Care In The News report about Denied Patient Access to Post-Acute Care.  Learn what you can do to protect yourself proactively from potential denied access to care and denied claims.  Steve reviews the primary levels of care available at Senior Care Communities and their associated monthly costs.  #SeniorCare #SeniorC...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, discusses the seasonal demand for all types of senior care.  Spoiler alert: we’re just about to reach the peak demand of the entire year!  Pro tip: the best places already have a waiting list even before we reach peak demand, so do not delay, ACT NOW!  By delaying your search, you may not be able to get into your chosen community or it will make your wait for that place much longer.  Steve reviews when to consider moving from home to a senior care community and what you must d...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, reveals the truth about free referral services and explains why these services are not free at all.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert with real-time Better Business Bureau information about a free referral service.  Steve shares stories of how they are now “saying the quiet part out loud” and even fighting over who gets the kickback!  Then, Steve shares tangible proof of the amount of commission the free referral services receive.  Steve also discusses a much better option available for families searching for a senior care community, a placement service wi...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Senior Wealth Manager and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits.  Bruce discusses several important financial considerations to be aware of as we approach the end of the year and offers a FREE FINANCIAL REVIEW using their powerful financial modeling software. Don’t miss the Senior Care In The News segment!  Then Steve discusses the seasonal demand for senior care!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #FinancialAdvisor #Fiduciary  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions.  Ben reviews the multiple solutions available when selling your house and explains the value of assembling a team of local providers when selling your house to downsize or move to a care community.  Steve addresses his most frequently asked question “when is the right time to consider moving from home to a senior care community?”.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer.  Mark reminds everyone there is still time to review your Medicare coverage but the last day of the Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP) is December 7, 2024, act NOW!  Mark discusses the data breach of 2023 that caused Medicare to issue 1,000,000 new Medicare cards with new ID numbers. Beware of scammers calling wanting you to verify your Medicare number!  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert about pharmaceutical companies tightening the qualifications for their Patient Assistance for Prescription Drugs programs.  Mark also shares information on a little...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, explains the purpose of doing a “division of assets” when qualifying for Medicaid and addresses what happens to the income of the spouse needing care.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert regarding the “free” referral services and the inherent conflict of interest in their business model.  Spoiler alert: now they’re fighting over who gets the $5,000 kickback!  Then, Steve compares and contrasts these services with Senior Care Consulting “a placement service with integrity”.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Medicaid  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and Denyse Hite, Director of Inpatient Services, with KCHPC.  David shares that November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month and explains the importance of this special month.  David also shares some of the significant differences between for-profit and non-profit Hospice providers.  Denyse discusses the difference between Hospice and Palliative Care and explains where hospice care is provided. Steve has a Consumer Alert regarding the “free” referral services and the inherent conflict of interest in their b...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Senior Wealth Manager and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits.  Bruce discusses a number of topics including Social Security, Medicare, and beneficiary designations.  He also shares some surprising information on how Presidential elections affect the markets.  Steve explains why it is important to have an annual Medicare review with your broker, reviews what Medicare will pay for relative to skilled nursing and rehab, and has a warning about how some Advantage plans fall short in this area.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #Seni...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions, about the “catch 22” of selling your house and moving to a senior living community.  Ben also discusses the Home Downsizing’s 6-month plan as explained on page 180 of Ben’s new book “Stress Free Home Downsizing” a senior’s guide to selling your house and simplifying your life.  Steve reviews what to determine BEFORE beginning your search for a senior care community!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Franchise #SeniorCareFranchise #Medicare #Advantage  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in to a SPECIAL EPISODE of Senior Care Live as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, will recognize and celebrate the 11th anniversary of the program!  Steve welcomes 6 new affiliates to the Senior Care Broadcasting Network then visits with Glenn Stockton, estate planning and elder law attorney, from Stockton and Kandt.  Glenn reviews Medicaid, how it’s different from Medicare, and what can cause a Medicaid penalty.  Glenn also provides examples of what a “gift” is for Medicaid purposes, and why having a Care Contract is important.  Glenn also explains that, by working with a qualified and experience...

Senior Care Live with Glenn Stockton: October 5, 2024. Host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Glenn Stockton, Founder and Managing Partner, from Stockton and Kandt.  Glenn reviews the 2 primary types of Power of Attorney documents that everyone should have in place, discusses how to qualify for Medicaid, and provides examples of what would cause a “Medicaid Penalty”.  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer.  The Medicare annual election period (AEP) is upon us, beginning October 15th and ending December 7th.  NOW is the time to schedule a review of your Medicare coverage, as this year, it’s more important than ever before.  How did the “Inflation Reduction Act” impact your Medicare coverage?  Listen in to find out!  Mark has a Consumer Alert regarding major changes in Medicare part D drug coverage and Advantage plans.  Steve reviews when to consider moving from home to a senior care community. ...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care as well as Caryn Honholt, Chief Development & Communications Officer and Bill Riek, Associate Director of Gift Planning, both with KCHPC.  David and Caryn discuss their signature fundraising event of the year SNL:Sunday Night Live held Sunday October 6th from 5pm-8pm at Kansas City Power and Light.  For more information about this incredible event or to donate (every dollar stays in KC to help local families in our community), please visit KCHospice.org/snl.  Ste...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer.  Mark discusses more turmoil in the Medicare Advantage world as a large insurance provider will no longer be contracting with a large medical provider/system.  What does that mean to you?  IF you have one of those plans, you may not be able to see your physician or go to your preferred hospital!  Another large Part D Insurer announced they are no longer working in the brokerage channel. This means a Medicare broker cannot assist in an enrollment and can provide no serv...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Neil Connolly, CFP and Senior Wealth Manager at Rally Wealth and Benefits.  Neil discusses the possible impact of the recent Fed move to lower the interest rate by 50 basis points.  Then, Neil discusses how Medicare and Social Security contribute to an overall tax strategy on retirement.  Steve reviews CCRCs (Continuing Care Retirement Communities), what they offer, why you would consider one, and explains the entrance fee contracts that are associated with many of these types of communities.  CCRCs offer independent living, assisted living, and long term care so t...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions, about the multiple ways Home Downsizing Solutions can help.  Along with the traditional program, you can sell your house, collect the equity, then rent it back or even turn your house into an income stream.  Ben also discusses the catch-22 when selling your house and moving to a senior care community.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert with more stories about the “free” referral services.  Spoiler alert: they are NOT free at all.  Another spoiler alert: they’re now saying the quiet par...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer.  Mark discusses more turmoil in the Medicare Advantage world as a large insurance provider will no longer be contracting with a large medical provider/system.  What does that mean to you?  IF you have one of those plans, you may not be able to see your physician or go to your preferred hospital!  Another large Part D Insurer announced they are no longer working in the brokerage channel. This means a Medicare broker cannot assist in an enrollment and can provide no serv...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, explains the purpose of doing a “division of assets” when qualifying for Medicaid.  Spoiler alert: the community spouse must be able to live independently without becoming impoverished due to the high cost of care provided for their spouse.  Steve explains how it all works and then does some Medicaid myth busting with “Myth vs. Fact”.  Then, Steve answers his most frequently asked question “when to consider moving from home to a senior care community”.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Medicaid #DivisionOfAssets  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Stacy Schultz, Constituent Events Manager with the Alzheimer's Association Heart of America Chapter, about The Longest Day, a unique DIY fundraising program.  Stacy also discusses their signature fundraising event The Walk to End Alzheimer’s here in Kansas City on Saturday October 5th at the National WW1 Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri.  Other walks are taking place throughout the country in September and October.  For more information, visit Alz.org.  Steve has a Senior Care In The News Report on the national crisis in nursing home a...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Founder and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits.  Bruce discusses the importance of estate planning relative to your financial plan, dollar limits, gift tax exemptions, and annual exclusions.  He also discusses significant changes coming in 2025 and reviews strategies on how to prepare for those changes.  Steve discusses the often misused and misunderstood term “memory care” and breaks it down.  He also reveals the top 2 reasons a person would need “memory care” in a senior care community.  Spoiler alert: memory care is a special type of care for thos...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions, about the “catch 22” of selling your house and moving to a senior living community.  Ben also discusses the Home Downsizing’s 6-month plan as explained on page 180 of Ben’s new book “Stress Free Home Downsizing” a senior’s guide to selling your house and simplifying your life.  Steve has a Consumer Alert comparing Senior Care Consulting to the “free” referral services.  Spoiler alert: they are not “free” at all!  Then, Steve reviews the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit that helps pay for senior care...

Listen in to a SPECIAL EPISODE of Senior Care Live where host Steve Kuker will recognize and celebrate the 22nd anniversary of his firm Senior Care Consulting!  Guest Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer, has some important information about more turmoil in the Medicare Advantage market and has a Consumer Alert about a new Medicare-Related Fraud you need to be aware of!  Steve shares the story of how it all began and discusses expansion through the franchising model!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Medicare  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, reviews the Top 10 Reasons you could receive an unwanted discharge letter from your Assisted Living Community.  Spoiler alert: #9 is such a big mistake made by so many people, it is wrapped into a Consumer Alert!  Steve also explains how to avoid a premature assisted living discharge and maximize your length of stay.  Can Senior Care Consulting help if you need to transfer from the hospital to a rehab center on very short notice… THEN to a senior care community after rehab?  Tune in to find out!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorL...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Founder and President of Rally Wealth and Benefits.  Bruce discusses some exciting changes for his company and his team, then explains the impact major political events have on the financial market.  Bruce also addresses the interesting question “does the financial market do better when a democrat or republican is elected President”.  Listen in to find out, the answer may shock you!  Steve answers the question “what happens if you run out of money while living in a long term care community” and explains why long term care co...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions.  Ben discusses the timing of selling your house and then moving to a senior care community.  With Home Downsizing Solutions, you can remain in your house even after closing, while waiting for a space to become available in your senior care community.  In this season of lengthy waiting lists, this a valuable benefit offered by HDS.  Steve discusses Long Term Care Insurance and why it is very important for your plan to be a “State Partnership Plan”.  Steve also explains exactly h...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer.  Mark shares some major surprises some people are reporting with their Medicare Advantage Plans and has a Consumer Alert about some dramatic changes coming to the Medicare Advantage market.  Steve reviews the primary ways to pay for Assisted Living and answers the question “what happens if you run out of money while living in an Assisted Living Community?” #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #SeniorCareAdvisor #Medicare #Advantage #Supplement  (800) 331-6445
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Listen in to a SPECIAL EPISODE of Senior Care Live as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, will recognize and celebrate the 11th anniversary of the program!  Steve welcomes 6 new affiliates to the Senior Care Broadcasting Network then visits with Glenn Stockton, estate planning and elder law attorney, from Stockton and Kandt.  Glenn reviews Medicaid, how it’s different from Medicare, and what can cause a Medicaid penalty.  Glenn also provides examples of what a “gift” is for Medicaid purposes, and why having a Care Contract is important.  Glenn also explains that, by working with a qualified and experience...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, has a Consumer Alert about a Medicaid-qualifying related issue and ticking time bomb you may not be aware of, explains the Medicaid penalty divisor, and how to calculate a Medicaid penalty.  Steve reviews the Care Contract, when and why it’s important to have one, and what happens if you don’t have a Care Contract. Spoiler alert: you’re not going to like the answer to that one!  Steve answers the question “can you move to another nursing home while on Medicaid”?  Then, Steve compares and contrasts his firm Senior C...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, welcomes a new Senior Care Broadcasting Network affiliate KBYR in Anchorage Alaska then visits with Kristina Strickland, Managing Partner of The Glenn Team at Infinitas.  Kristina discusses family financial planning where multi generations can get involved together in financial planning efforts and how specific types of insurance can mitigate financial risk.  Steve discusses long term care, pricing models, and average daily costs.  Spoiler alert: this information may cause heart palpitations!  Steve also discusses the Medicare 5-star rating system and explains it provides helpful information but doesn’t always tell the wh...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions.  What if you don’t have enough “stuff” to attract the services of an estate sale company? Ben’s company can help with that along with many other related issues surrounding the sale of your house.  What if you need to sell your house to use the money to fund your next move, but can’t move into your next home for a while?  With Home Downsizing Solutions, you can stay in the house, even after closing, while waiting for your next hom...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer, about major changes coming to the Medicare Advantage Market and answers the important question “if your Medicare Advantage Plan is ending, can you switch to a Medicare Supplement on a guaranteed issue basis?”.  Mark also provides examples of surprises some people have reported with Medicare Advantage Plans.  Steve shares the story of how his firm Senior Care Consulting began and discusses expanding his Placement Service With Integrity through the Franchise Model.  He also announces the creation of The SCC Founder’s Club!  #SeniorCare...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Michelle Garrard, Community Program Specialist with the Alzheimer's Association, Heart of America Chapter.  Michelle discusses Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, provides examples of how to take charge of our brain health, and shares important and free resources provided by the Alzheimer's Association as well as local and national contact information.  Steve reviews Continuing Care Retirement Communities and explains why this is the most difficult type of senior care community to choose.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #CCRC #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #LongTermCare #AssistedLiving #SeniorCareAdvisor #SeniorCareConsultant #SeniorLiving #MemoryCare #AlzheimersCare #DementiaCare #Conti...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Owner and CIO of The Glenn Team at Infinitas.  Bruce discusses important information about Social Security including how to qualify, when you can take it, and how much you can earn while on Social Security without incurring a major tax penalty.  Steve announces 2 new affiliate radio stations joining the Senior Care Broadcasting Network and recognizes Memorial Day.  Steve reviews the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit that can help veterans and their surviving spouses pay for the high cost of senior care and compares Senior Care Con...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions.  What if you don’t have enough “stuff” to attract the services of an estate sale company? Ben’s company can help with that as well as many other related issues surrounding the sale of your house.  Learn more about franchising with Home Downsizing Solutions!  Then, Steve visits with Glenn Stockton, Estate Planning and Elder Law attorney with Stockton and Kandt.  Glenn explains how, with proper planning, you can protect your home from the high cost of senior care.  But what if you w...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer, about some major changes that may be coming to the Medicare Advantage market. Mark explains why it’s important to understand your parent’s health insurance and shares examples of surprises some people have reported with their Medicare Advantage Plans. Steve provides the top 10 reasons you may be discharged from the assisted living level of care and how to avoid an unwanted discharge.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #CCRC #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #LongTermCare #AssistedLiving #SeniorCareAdvisor #SeniorCareConsultant #SeniorLiving #MemoryCare #AlzheimersCare #DementiaCare #ContinuingCareRetirementCommunity,Medicare  (800) 331-6445
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Kansas City Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care as well as Dr. Iman Williams Christians, Director of Grief Programs; and Caryn Hohnholt, Chief Development & Communications Officer with KCHPC.  They recognize National Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Iman explains how grief can impact mental health, and shares the many resources KC Hospice has available to help.  David explains that grief support from KC Hospice is provided for an entire year after the death of a loved one and is available to anyone in...

National Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, shares the current monthly cost of senior care. Spoiler alert: this could take your breath away!  Then Steve recognizes National Nurse’s Day, defines the term “memory care”, and explains what happens if you need memory care and the place you’re living doesn’t have that type of care.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #CCRC #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #LongTermCare #AssistedLiving #SeniorCareAdvisor #SeniorCareConsultant #SeniorLiving #MemoryCare #AlzheimersCare #DementiaCare #ContinuingCareRetirementCommunity (800) 331-6445
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Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Owner and CIO of The Glenn Team at Infinitas.  Bruce discusses some common investment rating tools and other technical investment terms to be aware of.  Bruce also discusses bonds and why yield can be important.  Steve welcomes 2 new radio stations to the Senior Care Broadcasting Network and continues his review of Medicaid focusing on the division of assets for a married couple.  Then, Steve has a warning about a longer than expected peak demand for senior care communities.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #CCRC #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #LongT...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Ben Souchek, owner of Home Downsizing Solutions.  What if you don’t have enough “stuff” to attract the services of an estate sale company? Ben’s company can help with that along with many other related issues surrounding the sale of your house.  What if you need to sell your house to use the money to fund your next move, but can’t move into your next home for a while?  With Home Downsizing Solutions, you can stay in the house, even after closing, while waiting for your next hom...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer.  Mark discusses what to look out for if you’re part of the sandwich generation and explains why there is no such thing as health insurance.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert regarding the latest Medicare-related scam!  Then Steve explains how a waiting list works when waiting for a space to become available in a senior care community and has a Consumer Alert titled “you get what you pay for”!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #CCRC #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #LongTermCare #AssistedLiving #SeniorCareAdvisor #SeniorCareConsultant #SeniorLiving #MemoryCare...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Dr. Linda Johnson, Senior Medical Director with ArchWell Health.  Dr. Johnson explains how ArchWell Health specializes in caring for people age 60+ resulting in a very different and dramatically improved patient experience.  When they open an office, they intentionally become an integrated part of that community and offer more than healthcare services including social activities, exercise classes, educational opportunities, transportation, and more! (800) 331-6445
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Kansas City Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with David Wiley, President and CEO of Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care, and Melissa Basgall, Director of Volunteer Services with KCHPC.  They recognize and discuss National Volunteer Month and share stories of how their volunteers are an integral part of their services, far exceeding the Medicare minimum requirement.  Melissa explains the many ways volunteers help their patients and families and highlights one of their very own that won the prestigious “Heart of Hospice” award recently. David explains National Healthcare Decisions Day and the importance of proact...

National Broadcast: Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, discusses Continuing Care Retirement Communities, various contract options, and their associated costs.  Then, Steve visits with Dr. Linda Johnson, Senior Medical Director with ArchWell Health.  Dr. Johnson explains how ArchWell Health specializes in caring for people age 60+ resulting in a very different and dramatically improved patient experience.  When they open an office, they intentionally become an integrated part of that community and offer more than healthcare services including social activities, workout classes, educational opportunities, transportation, and more!  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #CCRC #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #LongTermCare #AssistedLiving #SeniorCareAdvisor #Seni...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer.  Mark discusses SEPs, Special Election Periods for Medicare Advantage plans and I assure you, most people do not know about this!  Mark shares the history of his company, how it is different from many others, and how his agents are paid.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert about the latest Medicare-related scam, don’t take the bait!  Then, Steve reviews the term “Memory Care”. Spoiler alert: Memory Care is NOT a level of care, it is a special type of care for residents wi...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, Owner and CIO of The Glenn Team at Infinitas.  Bruce reviews financial milestones for those age 65 and above.  This is a VERY informative discussion regarding information you may not be aware of, so check it out!  Then, Steve visits with Ben Souchek from Home Downsizing Solutions about the benefits of selling your house for a fair cash price “as is” and walking away without having to pay for costly repairs and updates.  #SeniorCare #SeniorCareLive #SeniorCareConsulting #CCRC #SeniorLiving #KansasCitySeniorCare #SeniorCarePlacement #LongTermCare #AssistedLiving #SeniorCareAdvisor #SeniorCareConsultant #SeniorLiving #MemoryCare #Alzheime...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Chris Dhooghe and James Moburg, owners of America’s Favorite Bathroom Remodeling Brand, Bath Wizard. They discuss their new Platinum Walk-in Bathtub, which has been in development for 8 years!  Bath Wizard has solved the majority of the shortcomings of walk-in tubs.  Learn about some of the issues with traditional fiberglass tubs versus their high tech polymer material that has a lifetime warranty.  Also learn about their patent pending Rifle Jet technology, Therastone heated seat and back rest, and Bath Wizard expansion into several other states!  Steve explains what t...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, addresses the most commonly asked question he’s been asked over the past 20 years and that is “when is the right time to consider moving from home to a senior care community?”.  Then, Steve shares the story of why he started his own business and discusses franchise opportunities with Senior Care Consulting.  Spoiler alert: if you work in the business of senior care, you are an ideal candidate!  To learn more about owning your own Senior Care Consulting franchise, offering a placement service with integrity in your local marketplace, call 833...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, is feeling a little salty regarding some issues he has seen in the marketplace recently and informs you how to avoid them.  Advocate for your loved one in the hospital; Steve shares stories of some recent experiences from his clients.  Be protective of your long term care insurance policy; IF you have a LTCi policy that has a lifetime benefit, some insurance companies seem to want you to convert that incredibly valuable policy to a much less valuable “new and improved” policy.  Don’t miss the Consumer Alert where Steve sha...

Listen in as host Steve Kuker, President of Senior Care Consulting, visits with Bruce Glenn, CIO and Owner of The Glenn Team at Infinitas. Bruce shares some interesting facts related to the “championship football game”, these are some pretty incredible numbers!  Bruce also shares how he and his team helps people who are wanting a second opinion on their financial plan.  Spoiler alert: they are VERY thorough! Then, Steve visits with Mark Squires, The Medicare Whisperer.  Mark discusses the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period that ends March 31st, and explains who ROY is and what he did with your Medicare agent. ...