Living the 50plus Lifestyle - Conference Sessions

Let's Face It! We're Ageless...

Baby Boomers are Active... Healthy... and Wise!

Over 12 Conference Sessions

Participants May Select Which Session To Attend

Session Schedule and Topic Descriptions:
Gazebo Room - Opening

Keynote: 9:00 AM

	Benita Zahn – WNYT NewsChannel 13 WNYT − Co-Anchors NewsChannel 13 − Live at 5 and 6 with Jim Kambrich NewsChannel 13 − Health Reporter WMHT − Co Producer/Health Reporter on “HEALTH LINK” Keynote Presentation: Having your say .. even when you can't. In this session Benita sill speak on – The importance of learning what your choices are when medicine intervenes and you can't speak for yourself. It's not enough to say "they'll know what to do" .. you have the right to let them know and keep them updated as your choices change. We'll talk about how to make that plan and do a little laughing along the way.
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Gazebo Room - 10:10 to 11:00 AM

	Debra Verni Principle Herzog Law Firm Session Topic: “What is in your Estate?” In this session Debra will cover the “Basic Estate Plan”, Last Will and Testament, Health Care Proxy, Living Will and Power of Attorney. It is important to remember that your estate plan is not necessarily something that only becomes relevant at your death. Often overlooked by individuals is what happens in the event of incapacity or disability. When thinking about your estate plan it is important to think about the possibility of your future mental or physical incapacity as well. There will be ample time for questions following the presentation
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Session 1:

The Gazebo Room - Retirement Planning - Parts 1 & 2 –

Part 1 – 10:10 to 11:00 AM

	Moderator - Debra Verni from Herzog Law


Panel Speakers:

	James Flanagan Independent Financial Advisor Sterling Manor Jim will discuss “Navigating Today's Landscape" Fundamentals of investing, asset allocation, diversifying investments, and types of accounts (IRAs, Roth IRAs, brokerage, record low interest rates and rising costs for long term care.
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	Geoffrey Bench Reverse Mortgage Specialist Homestead Funding Geoffrey will explain – What is a Reverse Mortgage and how a Reverse Mortgage can give you the financial freedom and extra cash flow you’re looking for. Since your home is probably your largest single investment, you should know about all your options to decide if a reverse mortgage is right for you.
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	Steven Massey Director of Advisory Services CAP COM Financial Services, LLC Steven will discuss what an Annuity is and the difference between a Fixed, Variable, and Equity-indexed annuities. He will also help you understand which distribution is appropriate for your age and lifetime. Choosing a well diversified mix of investments and financial vehicles.
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	James Mackenzie Vice President of Sales Universal American and Worlco Insurance Agency Session Topic: If you are approaching Medicare eligibility, or are already eligible, you know that figuring out your Medicare coverage options can be challenging. There are so many choices. How can you compare options and find the one that truly meets your needs? In this session Jim will speak on Medicare Basics, Medicare health plan options available to seniors, and the necessity for final expense coverage.
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	Steve Nussbaum President of Nussbaum LTC Steve will speak on what you must know about Long Term Care Insurance. As we get older, Long Term Care can happen to you, from a bad fall that can leave you debilitated, a stroke, or the dreaded Alzheimer's disease, that will leave you unable to care for yourself. If you are over 65, the chances of someday needing Long Term Care is about 68%. And Long Term Care isn't just something that can happen in some distant old age... 37% of those receiving Long Term Care are under 65.
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Teleconference Room - 10:10 to 11:00 AM

	Mark Kissinger Deputy Commissioner, Office of Long term Care, NYS Department of Health Mr. Kissinger will speak on what is happening in New York and the challenges faced on Long Term Care. Plus how Long Term Care will affect those on the Medicaid program and changes taking place.
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Executive Room - 10:10 to 11:00 AM

	Dr. Robert Benton MD, FACC Certified Internal Medicine and Cardiologist Clinical Assistant Professor, Albany Medical Center Capital Cardiology Associates, PC Session Topic: Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S. and a class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels (arteries, capillaries and veins). Dr. Benton will discuss the #1 Killer of American Women and certain conditions affecting the heart, such as coronary heart disease, heart attack, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease.
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Session 2:

11:15 – 12:00 Noon

Gazebo Room - Part 2 – Retirement Planning Panel

Executive Room - 11:15 – 12:00 Noon

	Gretchen Moore Simmons, MA Professional Development Specialist Alzheimer’s Association Northeastern NY Session Topic: Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia – What You Should Know… Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disorder that attacks the brain's nerve cells, or neurons, resulting in loss of memory, thinking and language skills, and behavioral changes In this session, Ms. Gretchen Simmons offers basic information everyone needs to know about memory loss issues and what they mean for all of us. The interactive session will explore the difference between memory loss brought about by normal aging versus Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia; identify the risk factors associated with the disease; and provide valuable information to help you recognize the warning signs of Alzheimer’s.
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Teleconference Room - 11:15 – 12:00 Noon

	Anna Allen, M.D. Ph.D. Albany Eye Associates, The Eye Center at Memorial Session Topic: Macular degeneration, or age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in people over age 60. It is a disease that destroys your sharp, central vision. You need central vision to see objects clearly and to do tasks such as reading and driving. In this session Dr. Allen will discuss Macular degeneration and Cataracts a clouding of the lens of the eye that can impair vision. More than half of all Americans age 65 and older have cataracts.
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Gallery Room - 11:15 – 12:00 Noon

	Michele Tsamardinos Board Certified Emergency Nurse, Ellis Hospital Licensed Zumba Instructor Session Topic: What’s Zumba all about? The world’s largest and most successful dance fitness program with over 12 million people of all shapes, sizes and ages. Michele will speak why Zumba appeals to a lot of people and the key to the success of the program. She will explain if you are going to Zumba it will be your cardio/weight loss exercise as it can burn between 500 and 1000 calories in an hour. Unless you are prepared to run, cycle or swim laps NON-STOP for that length of time, there are not many other forms of exercise where you can burn so many calories so painlessly...and happily! Zumba with Michele
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