Supporting Aging Adults: Essential Services for Caregivers and Families

Event Overview

Join us on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 10:00 AM to Noon at the Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center (405 North Perry St., Lawrenceville) for a workshop on senior care planning. Topics include home care options, healthcare advocacy, pre-planning final expenses, hospice care guidance, and Medicare insights. This session offers practical tools and information to help seniors and their families plan for a secure future.

Enjoy light refreshments, snacks, and beverages while gaining valuable insights. Feel free to bring one additional guest, and be sure not to miss the raffle prizes we have in store!

We look forward to seeing you there!

• Informacion en español disponible

Speakers & Topics

Featured Speakers:

Jorge Velez – Medicare 101

Jorge Velez, Health and Medicare Specialist from Velez Health Broker will simplify the Medicare process, covering topics like transitioning to Medicare, avoiding late enrollment penalties, and the differences between Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement.

Amy McWilliams, LCSW C-ASWCM – Navigating Key Services for Aging Adults

Amy McWilliams, a Personalized Senior Advocate from Not Your Average Joe, will provide an overview of critical services for aging adults, covering healthcare advocacy, community support, financial aid, long-term care, legal assistance, and the differences between public and private resources and eligibility.

Additional Speakers:

Arletha Hutchison & Gina Tinney – Benefits of Home Care

Arletha Hutchison and Gina Tinney, founders of A Circle of Love Home Care, will discuss the benefits of home care services, including when to consider home care, the difference between home health and home care, and how to choose a reliable provider. They will provide insights to help families make informed decisions about care options.

Ian Ash, MSW – Understanding Hospice Care & When It’s Time

Ian Ash, Administrator/VP of Operations at OpusCare Georgia, will present on recognizing when hospice care is the best option, covering hospice eligibility indicators, symptom management, and emotional support for patients and families. He will also discuss how hospice care can improve quality of life.

Peter (“Parachute Pete”) James, A.C.E – Advanced Planning for Peace of Mind

Peter James, a Benefits Advisor from Affordable Senior Solutions LLC, will discuss final expenses and pre-needs legal access planning, customized financial strategies for aging adults, and approaches to ensuring financial security and peace of mind for families.

Who Should Attend?

● Family caregivers

● Aging adults seeking proactive planning

● Healthcare professionals and social workers

● Financial and legal advisors specializing in senior care

Host or Publisher A Circle of Love Home Care