Steadfast Care Planning

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when someone is diagnosed with dementia in their 40s or 50s, while they're still working, raising kids, and planning for the future?Julie Donahue and Patti LaFleur of Lorenzo's House know firsthand how younger-onset dementia impacts families. Both have cared for loved ones diagnosed at a younger age, and their stories offer an important perspective we don't hear about often enough.We talk about the early signs that are easy to miss, the unique challenges younger families face, and how Lorenzo’s House is helping families find support and community.For additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin or www.SteadfastAgents.com. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care and Steadfast Insurance LLC.Come back next time for more helpful guidance! 

Send us Fan MailLong-term care decisions are some of the most important—and most overlooked—parts of planning for our families and ourselves. In this conversation with Caleb Anderson from Visiting Angels and me, Kelly Augspurger, we unpack the warning signs families miss, the difference proactive planning makes, and the financial moves that create real options as we age. Don't let crisis dictate your future. Start the conversation early, involve the right support, and invest now for the quality of life you want later. Remember—planning ahead isn't just smart, it's empowering.For additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin or www.SteadfastAgents.com. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care and Steadfast Insurance LLC.Come back next time for more helpful guidance! 

Send us Fan MailWhat if self-funding long-term care isn't the best strategy—even if you have the assets?Frank Iozzo, fiduciary financial planner and founder of FMI Financial, joined Kelly Augspurger on the Steadfast Care Planning Podcast to explore some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding long-term care planning and the financial decisions that could impact your future.Not every insurance solution works the same. Waiting too long can change your options. And relying solely on your portfolio may come with risks many people never consider.Whether you're planning for yourself, helping aging parents, or advising clients, this conversation offers practical insights that could change the way you think about protecting your family, finances, and legacy.For additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin or www.SteadfastAgents.com. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care and Steadfast Insurance LLC.Come back next time for more helpful guidance! 

Send us Fan MailKelly sat down with Adria Thompson, speech-language pathologist and dementia care educator, to explore how small changes in the way we communicate can make a profound difference for people living with dementia and those who care for them.Kelly and Adria discuss why behaviors often communicate unmet needs, how a caregiver's own emotions can shape every interaction, and practical ways to preserve dignity while supporting safety. Whether you're caring for a loved one today or preparing for the future, this conversation offers compassionate insights that may change the way you see dementia—and the people living with it.For additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin or www.SteadfastAgents.com. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care and Steadfast Insurance LLC.Come back next time for more helpful guidance! 

Send us Fan MailMost families think they'll know what to do if a loved one suddenly needs care.The reality? Many don't discover the gaps in their plan until they're in the middle of a crisis.Kelly spoke with Ashley Haruna, RN and founder of La Pearl Concierge, on the Steadfast Care Planning podcast to talk about what families often overlook when it comes to aging, caregiving, and planning ahead.In our conversation, we discussed:✅ Why having resources isn't the same as having a plan✅ One of the biggest mistakes families make when a health event occurs✅ How caregiving responsibilities can impact family relationships✅ A simple mindset shift that can help families navigate difficult decisions with more confidenceOne thing Ashley said really stood out to me: preparation isn't about predicting the future. It's about creating options before you need them.If you're helping aging parents, supporting a spouse, or simply thinking ahead for your own future, this is a conversation worth listening to.💡 Create the plan. Fund the plan. Share it with those you love. Your future self and your family will thank you.For additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin or www.SteadfastAgents.com. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care and Steadfast Insurance LLC.Come back next time for more helpful guidance! 

Send us Fan MailI’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 or www.SteadfastAgents.com. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care and Steadfast Insurance LLC.Come back next time for more helpful guidance! 

Send us Fan MailNavigating 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 planThis 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 or www.SteadfastAgents.com. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care and Steadfast Insurance LLC.Come back next time for more helpful guidance! 

Send us Fan MailFor additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin or www.SteadfastAgents.com. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care and Steadfast Insurance LLC.Come back next time for more helpful guidance! 

Send us Fan MailSteadfast 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 or www.SteadfastAgents.com. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care and Steadfast Insurance LLC.Come back next time for more helpful guidance! 

Send us Fan MailThinking 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 or www.SteadfastAgents.com. To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here. Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by AMADA Senior Care and Steadfast Insurance LLC.Come back next time for more helpful guidance!