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Betty A. Reynolds
Personal Money & Life Coach

Certified Life Coach * Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)^®^{Career*Business*Family*Transitions*Money}Helping YOU Succeed in the Business of Life

PREPARING FOR THE "NEW RETIREMENT"
Everyone knows that we are living longer than ever before. This is great news - unless you have not planned for how you want to live the last third of your life. Both financial planning AND retirement life planning are now critical for a successful retirement. Why risk losing 30+ years to hardship or disillusionment? Instead, use this time to build your legacy of memories and experience the fullness of life in the "New Retirement"!

LET THE JOURNEY BEGIN!
Do you have a retirement dream? You are not alone! More than 10,000 people retire every day in the USA, each taking a different path. Where are you on your journey?

5 to 10 years to retirement: Looking for a life plan that puts you in control of your retirement decisions and retirement lifestyle?
Still working, fearing the uncertainties of retirement: Feeling unsettled by the economy and looking for ways to still live your retirement dreams?
Retired, looking for more purpose and happiness: Searching for a more fulfilling life and a meaningful reason to get up each day?
Retired but facing unexpected challenges: Looking for a way to get back on track?

YOUR "SUCCESS STORY" DOES NOT HAVE TO END AT RETIREMENT!

LET ME HELP YOU MAKE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE.
As a Money & Life Skills Coach with Certified Senior Advisor experience, I can help you:
    ~ turn uncertainty into purposeful direction
    ~ reconcile your dream with your partner's dream
    ~ determine if you can afford your ideal retirement
    ~ find identity and purpose outside work and family
    ~ replace the structure, stimulation, and rewards of work
    ~ explore part-time work, volunteer and entrepreneurial opportunities
    ~ find the resources and assistance you may need live more comfortably
    ~ re-define and nurture the aspects of life that are most important to you -
       family, social, spiritual, creativity, health, wealth, zest for life, and legacy.

Let me help you maximize your enjoyment of a long, rich, meaningful retirement. If you are ready to take the time now to develop the vision and life skills you need to make this the "time of your life," let talk.

                           FAMILY CAREGIVER'S CHALLENGE
                        “There are only four kinds of people in the world –
            those who have been caregivers, those who currently are caregivers,
those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers." -  Rosalynn Carter

HAVE YOU BEEN HANDED THE ROLE OF UNPAID FAMILY CAREGIVER?
You are not alone! While the details of your situation may be unique, you are part of an ever-growing segment of the US population. According to 2007 AARP studies (as reported in USATODAY.com),

More than 34 million Americans are informal, unpaid caregivers.
Families provide more long-term care to seniors than all agencies, nursing homes and government programs.
The economic value of the services of America’s unpaid caregivers has been estimated to be $350 billion annually in 2006. (Just imagine the value today!)

You are a very important part of the fabric of our society today! We must never take you for granted – and you must never short-change yourself.

SO WHAT ARE THE REALITIES OF YOUR LIFE TODAY?
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your responsibilities for your loved one?

Do you need help finding resources to coordinate medical and/or home care?
Do you need help finding community resources for social support and/or daycare?
Do you need help finding resources to get affairs in order (legal, financial, personal effects. moving, etc.)?

SO WHAT ARE THE REALITIES OF YOUR LIFE TODAY?
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your responsibilities for your loved one?

Do you need help finding resources to coordinate medical and/or home care?
Do you need help finding community resources for social support and/or daycare?
Do you need help finding resources to get affairs in order (legal, financial, personal effects. moving, etc.)?

MEANWHILE, ARE YOUR DRAINING YOURSELF?
What are you doing to care for YOUR OWN NEEDS?

Do you need to find ways to deal with your frustrations and challenges?

Do you realize the full impact of caregiving on YOUR health, finances, and relationships – and do you need help finding ways to deal with those issues?

Do you need help resolving family issues - such as building communication, resolving conflicts, setting boundaries, and making family decisions?

Over the years, I have helped many individuals and families manage the stresses and uncertainties of family caregiving:
* As a Certified Senior Advisor, I have studied the complex aspects of aging so I can help you and your senior communicate and make decisions during this time of your lives.
* As a former Finanacial Consultant, I can help you analyze the costs and benefits of various options, including assistance with home care, long-term care insurance, and moving to a senior residence.
* As a Certified Life Coach, I have gained the skills to help people successfully deal with transitions and challenges. Plus, I offer special assistance to seniors who wish to write A Love Letter to My Family to help families understand their senior's wishes during critical times.

            Let me help you manage the challenges of caregiving so you can focus
                  on building a Legacy of Love in your family.  If you are ready to
                  not only survive but thrive on your Caregiver’s Journey, let's talk!

                                           Coach Betty
                                     CoachBettyR@yahoo.com
                                                       704-287-5724
                                                                                             (Free initial consultation)

(CSA Disclosure Statement: “Certified Senior Advisors (CSAs) have supplemented their individual professional
licenses, credentials and education with knowledge about aging and   working with seniors. Know what those
licenses, credentials and education signify. The CSA designation alone does not imply expertise in financial,
health and social matters.    Details: www.csa.us”)