Community News

  • When You're Old and Grey, Who's Going to Pay?
    July 2, 2010
     SPS President, Suzanne McNeely  and Todd Shillington of Senior Living Financial speak at Santa Barbara Library's Faukner Gallery on July 28 from 6:30-8:30pm. Topics include: Medicare/MediCal, Long Term Care Insurance, Reverse Mortgages, Veteran's Benefits.
  • As seen in Caring Magazine: Creative Caregiving for the In-Home Care Agency
    May 13, 2010
     Suzanne McNeely, president of Senior Planning Services outlines how to use creative, "out of the box" approaches to better serve clients. This article appears in the April 2010 edition of Caring Magazine, the official publication of National Association for Home Care and Hospice (NAHC).
  • Preying on the elderly: Increasing number of local seniors victims of financial abuse
    April 21, 2010
      "Elder financial abuse and exploitation is clearly on the rise, and one of the reasons is the economy," said Ms McNeely in a recent interview by the News-Press. To seek more ways to prevent this crime, the Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Prevention Council of Santa Barbara County will hold its annual training conference, "Safeguarding Elders and Dependent Adults Against Abuse," from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 25 at Fe Bland Auditorium at Santa Barbara City College, 721 Cliff Drive. The cost is $25. For more information, call 925-9554.  
  • The Sandwich Generation: Baby Boomers as Caregivers
    March 30, 2010
     Suzanne McNeely will speak at the Canary Hotel this Friday, April 2, 7:15 am at a networking breakfast hosted by Eaton, Jones & Michelon.
  • Rising Trend in Elder Abuse Cases Can Be Stopped
    March 12, 2010
      Informative article written by Suzanne McNeely outlining several approaches to elder abuse prevention.
  • “Ask The Expert,” A series of informative seminars on SENIORS IN TRANSITION
    March 10, 2010
     Join us for a series of free seminars MARCH 18-April 25 loaded with "HOW TO's" designed to guide seniors and their families through the retirement move process from start to finish.     April 8th—Planning for Longevity in Today’s Economy  SUZANNE MCNEELY, PRESIDENT OF SENIOR PLANNING SERVICES  & KEVIN BOURKE, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER      While improvements in health care and increases in longevity bring previously unknown opportunities for continued independence and satisfaction, they also require greater resources and better planning. Considering how and where you will live, lifestyle and legacy goals is crucial to assuring your money will last as long as you do and that you can live out your life with a sense of security and comfort.     
  • Help Us Celebrate 20 Years!
    March 1, 2010
     Senior Planning Services has been part of the Santa Barbara community for over 20 years and we're planning a celebration! Click on the link above to view your invitation and join us for good food, music and conversation.
  • Cindy Laverty Show interview with SPS' Suzanne McNeely
    January 18, 2010
     Suzanne McNeely, with her many years of experience in working with family caregivers, offers her thoughts on best way for loved ones to approach and begin the conversation with a family member who is showing signs of needing help to continue to live at home.
  • SPS' Year in Review: 2009
    January 1, 2010
     During the challenging times of 2009, SPS found ways to adapt to be better and became more adept in finding ways to help the elders in our community age in place, safely and independently. 
  • Willy, SPS' Cuddle Coordinator is featured in Noozhawk
    December 3, 2009
     Willy, a 2-year-old Papillion, is a certified therapy dog who visits patients at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital weekly with his human, Sue Kuizenga. On top of his busy schedule, he is the official Cuddle Coordinator at Senior Planning Services, where he works daily with Kuizenga. The team is also a member of the Santa Barbara Flyers, which provides Willy ample opportunity for agility training.
  • Willy, Senior Planning Services' Cuddle Coordinator is Dog of the Week
    November 15, 2009
      
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    November 1, 2009
      
  • The Center for Successful Aging: Free Support Group
    September 24, 2009
     Have you recently experienced a difficult time in your life? Are your ready to move on from this experience? Check out the flyer or call 805-963-8080 for further information.
  • "Transitioning in Place," Senior Housing Discussion
    September 18, 2009
     As the South Coast’s population ages, senior citizens will be faced with two key questions: Should they stay in their homes or move into a retirement community?
  • Protecting your Parents
    August 7, 2009
      This article from MidwestBank's Balance Magazine features comments and tips by Suzanne McNeely and Jackie Quinn of Senior Planning Services on ways to protect older online users from increasing occurrence of internet fraud.
  • Braille Institute--We're Here to Help
    July 24, 2009
     Braille Institute can help you adjust to sight loss so you can continue to live a full and independent life. Apply for Braille Institute's free services, there's something for everyone!
  • What to Know If You Are The Boss of a Caregiver
    March 26, 2009
     This Wall Street Journal article concisely explains the necessity of understanding who is employing your caregiver and the resulting ramifications.
  • Emergency Preparedness
    February 17, 2009
     Advanced emergency preparation helps tremendously in a crisis
  • Hiring Caregivers: Why work through an Agency?
    December 14, 2008
     Informative article explains importance of working with an agency for hiring private duty caregivers.
  • Speaker's Bureau
    November 21, 2008
     Our experienced staff are happy to speak on a variety of topics based on their experience and knowledge.
  • Senior Planning Services' Brochure
    November 10, 2008
     Senior Planning Services' Brochure
  • Lending Mom a Hand
    September 25, 2008
     Video featured on Smart Money demonstrating how a geriatric care manager can help care for you mom.
  • Santa Barbara County's Project Lifesaver
    September 22, 2008
     Actively and quickly locates the missing due to Alzheimer's, dementia and other disabilities before they become victims!
  • Tips from the National Institute on Aging
    May 22, 2008
     There's No Place Like Home--or Growing Old
  • Video Clip from the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers
    January 31, 2008
     Listen to one family's story showcasing the value and peace of mind a geriatric care manager can bring.

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