Steadfast Care Planning

Aging Solo: Planning for Care with Purpose with Lisa Marquis

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2054429/fan_mail/new] I’m joined by Lisa Marquis, who shares what really happens when someone is navigating aging solo—whether by choice, loss, or life changes like divorce. We get into the realities most people overlook, the legal documents you can’t afford to skip, and how to choose someone to step in when it matters most. Plus, the unique risks women and divorced individuals face—and what to do about it. If you want to protect your independence, your finances, and your future care decisions, this is worth your time. For additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-augspurger/] or www.SteadfastAgents.com [http://www.SteadfastAgents.com]. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here [https://www.steadfastagents.com/ltc-pre-screen/]. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care [https://pages.amadaseniorcare.com/steadfast/] and Steadfast Insurance LLC [https://www.steadfastagents.com/]. Come back next time for more helpful guidance!

When Is the Right Time to Make A Care Change with Michelle Graf

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2054429/fan_mail/new] Navigating senior care decisions isn’t easy… and most families don’t realize that until they’re in it.  Kelly recently had a conversation with Michelle Graf that reinforced something I see all the time: 👉 The timing of your planning changes everything. A few things that often surprise people: • Waiting until a crisis limits your options more than you think • “Independence” in care doesn’t always look the way people expect • And one financial assumption can quietly derail an otherwise solid plan This isn’t just something to think about later. The earlier you start, the more control you have—over your options, your finances, and your family’s experience. If you’re supporting aging parents—or thinking ahead for yourself—this is a conversation worth having sooner, not later. For additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-augspurger/] or www.SteadfastAgents.com [http://www.SteadfastAgents.com]. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here [https://www.steadfastagents.com/ltc-pre-screen/]. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care [https://pages.amadaseniorcare.com/steadfast/] and Steadfast Insurance LLC [https://www.steadfastagents.com/]. Come back next time for more helpful guidance!

Home Care Isn't the Last Step - It's Often the Smartest First One with Jon Thomas

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2054429/fan_mail/new] For additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-augspurger/] or www.SteadfastAgents.com [http://www.SteadfastAgents.com]. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here [https://www.steadfastagents.com/ltc-pre-screen/]. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care [https://pages.amadaseniorcare.com/steadfast/] and Steadfast Insurance LLC [https://www.steadfastagents.com/]. Come back next time for more helpful guidance!

From Denial to Prepared: A Family Roadmap for Aging & Care Decisions with Annalee Kruger

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2054429/fan_mail/new] Steadfast Care Planning host Kelly Augspurger sits down with Annalee Kruger—caregiving strategist, author, and elder planning educator—for a candid conversation on the “what-whens” of aging. They break down early red flags, why families get blindsided, and how proactive planning can protect relationships, finances, and care options before a crisis hits.  For additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-augspurger/] or www.SteadfastAgents.com [http://www.SteadfastAgents.com]. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here [https://www.steadfastagents.com/ltc-pre-screen/]. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care [https://pages.amadaseniorcare.com/steadfast/] and Steadfast Insurance LLC [https://www.steadfastagents.com/]. Come back next time for more helpful guidance!

Demystifying Healthcare Options: Pre-65 Coverage and Medicare Planning with Cole Craven

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2054429/fan_mail/new] Thinking about retiring before 65… but not sure what you’ll do for health insurance? 🤯  Cole Craven from Move Health joined me to unpack the biggest misunderstandings around pre-65 coverage, Medicare timing, and why “I’ll just let Medicare handle it” can lead to expensive surprises.  If you want clarity—not confusion—as you plan for the years before and after 65, this conversation will help you make smarter choices with confidence. Watch the full episode to learn more.  For additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-augspurger/] or www.SteadfastAgents.com [http://www.SteadfastAgents.com]. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here [https://www.steadfastagents.com/ltc-pre-screen/]. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care [https://pages.amadaseniorcare.com/steadfast/] and Steadfast Insurance LLC [https://www.steadfastagents.com/]. Come back next time for more helpful guidance!