Steadfast Care Planning

Send us Fan Mail What 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 po...

Send us Fan Mail Kelly 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 p...

Send us Fan Mail Most 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 ✅ ...

Send us Fan Mail I’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, th...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating 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...