The Care Compass project, at the Wood County Committee on Aging, serves as a quarterly network gathering for caregivers and those who may be caregivers in the future. Care Compass is a place to gather information and obtain resources to make the journey of caregiving less stressful.
The upcoming session, focusing on estate planning and how to complete your advance care directives, will be held in-person and virtually using Zoom on Wednesday, Feb. 5, at 11 a.m. at the Wood County Senior Center, 140 S. Grove St., Bowling Green.
The Care Compass project is free and open to all caregivers and community members but requires pre-registration by calling 1-800-367-4935 or 419-353-5661 or by emailing programs@wccoa.net
Zoom login information will be given upon registration if requested.
Lunch will be sponsored by Brookdale of Bowling Green to the first 25 Wood County residents registered for the session and who will be attending in-person.
AGENDA:
11 a.m. – Estate Planning
- An estate plan will ensure an older adult has the peace of mind that their assets and belongings will be distributed the way they’d like. We will explain what an estate is, what an estate plan is, and share a straightforward guide that explains how to get started with estate planning. Presented by Michelle Pommeranz, financial planner.
12 p.m. – Financial Changing of the Guard
- “Financial Changing of the Guard for Caregivers” is a specialized program designed to support caregivers who are managing the financial responsibilities of their loved ones during times of transition. Whether due to aging, illness or other life changes, caregivers often take on the role of overseeing finances and ensuring that their loved one’s financial needs are met. This program offers essential tools and resources to help caregivers navigate the complexities of financial planning, budgeting, and decision-making during these critical times. Presented by attorney Jen Ramon.
The Care Compass project is sponsored and brought to the community by: Brookdale of Bowling Green, Wood County Committee on Aging, Golden Care Partners, Ohio Living, Optimal Aging Institute at BGSU and Wood County Hospital.
