Are you or someone you know new at navigating information on the different kinds of assisted living out there? Kaitlyn Morse, founder of Maine Aging Partners, understands the difficult road many face when looking into assisted living and wanted to do something to help families and loved ones navigating what assisted living is (and isn't). During this one-night presentation, she’ll discuss how it gets paid for and a roadmap for your loved ones to set expectations for the process. After the presentation, Kaitlyn will have time for a Q&A.

Please note: All information shared covers what independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home facilities look like in Maine and may not apply to sites in other states.

Minimum: 4   |   Maximum: 10

Reviews the basics and coverage levels of Medicare

• Coverage of Part A, B, C and D
• When to sign up
• How to sign up
• The differences between Medicare advantage and Medicare supplement

This class will begin with an overview of basic estate planning, including Wills,Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directives, etc. The class will then delve into,learning how revocable trusts can help avoid probate and protect your privacy, andhow irrevocable trusts can protect your assets from nursing home or Maine Care(Medicaid) liens. Discussion will include other strategies to safeguard assets from life events such as business failure or divorce of adult children.

Kathryn Bedell is a lawyer in York, Maine and has been practicing for 31 years. Her practice focuses on estate planning, asset preservation, and probate matters.