Lynnette Mahlke, Wealth Advisor Thrivent Financial, Oakdale MN Finances And Faith When doing word association faith isn’t typically the first term associated with finances. However, Lynnette has always regarded her work as an act of faith filled service. That said, Lynnette has served hundreds of people over her 36 years with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
Planning & Preparation Archives · Choice Connections Eunice Neubauer - Founder Assisted Living MN
January 6, 2025
January 6, 2025
Time to Plan
Senior Living and Why it’s Important to Plan As a Senior Living Advisor, I meet seniors and families every week in the Twin Cities. Many find Choice Connections because they have a health need. Others are curious to learn about senior living options. For both they need or want a plan. By creating a plan,
November 29, 2024
Real Life Stories of Senior Living Transitions
Senior Living Stories As Senior Living Advisors, we meet with seniors and families almost daily. Each person has a unique story to share. It’s an honor to listen and hear about their joys and struggles in life. Some people come proactively knowing that they want to plan for their future. Others come when they are
November 4, 2024
Veteran’s Benefit: Aid and Attendance
Veteran’s Benefit: Aid and Attendance Thank You, Veterans, For Your Service Traditionally, November is the month when U. S. citizens offer their heartfelt gratitude to those who have served in the military and to the families who supported them. The Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) honors them throughout the year by providing an array of
August 30, 2024
Senior Tour of Homes
Senior Tour of Homes By Eunice K. Neubauer, CSA® The first Senior Tour of Homes put on by Choice Connections was October 1st, 2012. Since then, there have been hundreds of people that have gone on our Senior Tour of Homes. Some of you reading this may recognize yourself in a picture of some
June 29, 2024
Emergency Protocols in Senior Housing by Janelle Meyers, CSA®, LALD
Emergency Protocols in Senior Housing By Janelle Meyers, CSA, LALD People who live in their own homes have a plan in the event of an emergency. What happens if there is an emergency, and you live in senior housing? This is a question people should have an answer to before or upon moving into a
June 4, 2024
Hospice – What, Who, Why, When and Where
Hospice – What, Who, Why, When and Where We all know that dying is part of life. However, when death is imminent for us or a loved one, it is a difficult reality. It can be a traumatic time, filled with emotions, fear and confusion. The word “hospice” is familiar to most of us. Yet
June 4, 2024
What Documents Do I Need When Moving to Assisted Living?
What Documents Do I Need When Moving to Assisted Living? If you are thinking about a move to senior housing, you may wonder how to prepare for the move. In last month’s Choice Voice one of the articles focused on what to bring. This article will outline some of the documents you will need as
May 7, 2024
Moving to Senior Housing. What Should I Bring?
Making a Move to Senior Living. What Do I Need to Bring? Written by: Janelle Meyers, LALD, CSA You have made the major decision on moving to senior living. Two frequent questions people ask are, “What do I need to bring?” and “What will be provided for me?” In this issue, let’s focus on the
April 7, 2024
Senior Living Community Leadership
Senior Living Community Leadership by Janelle Meyers, CSA, LALD Finding the right senior living community is important. Whether in assisted living, independent senior living, residential care, or memory care, stable leadership is central. Working in senior living operations for over twenty-five years in the Minneapolis area has given me firsthand experience of what it’s like