Benefits of Aging

Benefits of Aging

​With age often comes the need for additional care. This care can create a financial burden.

We are here to help you navigate the complicated systems of financial resources as you make decisions about care for your elder.

10/04/2023

Please Join Me! Webinars are this week...
Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce

04/04/2023

Do you have an aging loved one who is in need of more care? Are you concerned about how you'll afford that care? Join me, Sara Rodriguez, MS, CMC, along with my associate Sara Finkelstein, RFC, RSSA, at our upcoming webinar as I walk you through how to find quality care for your elder while also effectively managing the financial hurdles that can come with that level of needed care - without going broke!

03/04/2023

Do you have an aging loved one who is in need of more care? Are you concerned about how you'll afford that care? Join me, Sara Rodriguez, MS, CMC, along with my associate Sara Finkelstein, RFC, RSSA, at our upcoming webinar as I walk you through how to find quality care for your elder while also effectively managing the financial hurdles that can come with that level of needed care - without going broke!

Protecting Your Nest Egg From Extended Healthcare Costs
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Liz Weston: Modest gift wouldn’t make a dent in possible long-term care bills 26/03/2023

This is an interesting read on long term care medical bills and trying to make a dent in them. If you'd like to know more, contact our office, we can guide you through caring for your elder.

Liz Weston: Modest gift wouldn’t make a dent in possible long-term care bills A sister would like to gift her brother $5,000, but didn't want it spent on a vacation

How to Pay for a Nursing Home With No Money 26/03/2023

Trying to figure out how to pay for a nusring home with no money? Well, it IS possible - > read here for more. If you're left with more questions than answers, we get it. There there are lots of pitfalls to avoid and laws in Florida that are unique. Fortunately, we've devoted our life's work to this. Contact us if you need help navigating this.

How to Pay for a Nursing Home With No Money Learn how to afford a nursing home with a limited budget. We’ll explore what to do and where to get the assistance you require.

iMedia l Short Film ' The Wait ' 10/03/2023

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If you are facing this with a loved one, we get it.

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Timeline photos 09/03/2023

Joining the Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce. Happy to be serving the community! Sara Rodriguez

Sara Rodriguez from Benefits of Aging has been in our chamber for a while, but we never gave her a shoutout! Benefits of Aging focuses on the quality of life for elders and their caregivers. Reach out to Sara to learn more about her business!

Thank you for being a part of our chamber Sara!

Medicaid Now or Later 07/03/2023

Caring for aging parents can come with its worries. One of those worries can be how to afford long term care. A viable resource may be Medicaid, but applying now - rather than later - can make all the difference in getting your loved one the care they need. Watch while Sara Rodriguez MS, CMC and Owner of Benefits of Aging walks us through that process and how a professional can help.

Medicaid Now or Later When facing the long term care need of an elder family member, it can be imperative to do it sooner rather than later.

Growing senior population leads to increasing need in physical therapy 29/03/2022

Happy to be helping our clients find the right care in times of need.

"After my back surgery I contacted Sara Rodriguez for a recommendation of a physical therapist. Sara offered to take my insurance information and contacted Dr. Harry Fitzherbert. I was so delighted to learn he offered 'at home' physical therapy so I would not have to drive anywhere." - Kathy Ashton

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Growing senior population leads to increasing need in physical therapy Dr. Harry finds new ways to care for his elderly patients.

What Is Medicaid Estate Recovery? And How Does It Work? 22/03/2022

Many older adults and their caregivers worry about the state taking their home if they receive Medicaid. This is a great article that discusses the ins and outs of that.

The rules around Medicaid estate recovery are complicated and vary by state but we know them well in Florida and have a team of attorneys we work with that can help you protect your home legally. Find out more by contacting us. www.benefitsofaging.com

https://www.ncoa.org/article/what-is-medicaid-estate-recovery-and-how-does-it-work

What Is Medicaid Estate Recovery? And How Does It Work? If you're an older adult, can Medicaid take your home? Learn about estate recovery, when it applies to Medicaid benefits, and how it might impact you.

No place like home: The benefits of aging in place | Maximus 15/03/2022

Did you know that 10,000 people a day turn 65 years of age? Yep! And by 2030, 73 million people in the United States will be 65 plus.

This is a great article on the benefits of living out those years at home (also known as "aging in place"). Helping this population find the right caregivers to make this a reality is something we do everyday at .

https://maximus.com/aging-in-place

No place like home: The benefits of aging in place | Maximus Maximus insights blog on how states can create processes and policy to support older adults who want to age in place and remain in their communities.

06/03/2022

Aging Parents come with decisions. You promised Mom you would never put her in a nursing home, assisted living or independent living facility. But sometimes that can be the best thing. Now what do you do? How do you cross that bridge? Watch while Sara Rodriguez MS, CMC and Owner of Benefits of Aging walks us through that process and how a professional can help.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxDiurNRP6w

American Heart Month Toolkits 2022 | cdc.gov 13/02/2022

This month is Heart Month. Please take care of your ❤

https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/american_heart_month.htm

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19/01/2022

Owner, MS, CMC Sara Rodriguez brings with her over 15 years of work in improving the quality of life for seniors. She formed Benefits of Aging to take her experience as a Medicaid Expert to help families apply for - and get clients approved for - Medicaid benefits to pay for their needed care.

She has a 100% Medicaid approval rate. Let her and her team help you get the care your loved one deserves!

Medicaid | Benefits of Aging | Orlando 19/01/2022

Check out our services on our website: www.benefitsofaging.com

Medicaid | Benefits of Aging | Orlando With age comes the need for additional care, which can create a financial burden. Benefits of Aging is here to help you navigate the complicated systems of financial resources as you make decisions about care for your elder. We specialize in Medicaid, Medicare and Elder Care Management Services.

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How to Afford Elder Care without Going Broke
Do you have an aging loved one who is in need of more care? Are you concerned about how you'll afford that care? Join me...
Aging Parents come with decisions.  You promised Mom you would never put her in a nursing home, assisted living or indep...