Senior Truth Series - Kansas City

⏰ Just One Week Away! ⏰

Have you thought about who would make financial, legal, or healthcare decisions if you suddenly couldn't?

Many families don't address these important questions until they're faced with a crisis. That's why we're bringing together local experts to help you plan ahead and protect what matters most.

Join us for Putting the Right Plans in Place: Financial, Legal & Care Decisions That Protect Your Future, featuring:

• Melinda Parks, Financial Advisor – Freestate Advisors LLC
• Nathan Haskins, Financial Advisor – Freestate Advisors LLC
• Glen Smith, Elder Law Attorney – Lifescape Elder Care Law & Estate Planning, LLC
• Christina Wilkins, Senior Advocate – Advocates For Seniors, LC

You'll learn practical strategies for:
✔ Financial planning and asset protection
✔ Legal documents and decision-making authority
✔ Care planning and aging-in-place options
✔ Reducing stress and uncertainty for loved ones

Whether you're planning for yourself, a spouse, or aging parents, this discussion will provide valuable information and trusted local resources to help you prepare before a need arises.

📅 Thursday, June 25
🕥 10:30 AM – Noon
📍 Lenexa Old Town Activity Center

This Senior Truth Series seminar is free to attend and designed to educate, empower, and equip older adults and their families with practical information for the future.

Register today: https://seniortruthseries.com/

🌟 STS Education Partner Spotlight 🌟

Senior Truth Series is honored to introduce our Education Partner, Santa Marta!

Located on 45 beautiful acres in Olathe, Kansas, Santa Marta offers a distinctive approach to senior living rooted in exceptional hospitality, spiritual growth, and vibrant community. With elegant residences, world-class dining, Tuscan-inspired architecture, and thoughtfully curated wellness and lifestyle experiences, Santa Marta provides active older adults with a luxury retirement lifestyle unlike any other in the Kansas City area.

As a private-pay, entrance-fee community, Santa Marta is dedicated to creating an environment where residents can thrive with independence, purpose, and peace of mind.

Learn more about Santa Marta: https://santamarta.org/

✨ Join us for our next Senior Truth Series Seminar!
Putting the Right Plans in Place: Financial, Legal, and Care Decisions That Protect Your Future

🗓 Thursday, June 25
🕥 10:30 AM – Noon

Secure your spot today: https://seniortruthseries.com/

Putting the Right Plans in Place: Financial, Legal & Care Decisions That Protect Your Future

What would happen if you suddenly couldn't manage your finances, make healthcare decisions, or live independently? Many families don't think about these questions until a crisis occurs.

Join us for an informative panel discussion featuring:

• Melinda Parks, Financial Advisor – Freestate Advisors LLC
• Nathan Haskins, Financial Advisor – Freestate Advisors LLC
• Glen Smith, Elder Law Attorney – Lifescape Elder Care Law & Estate Planning, LLC
• Christina Wilkins, Senior Advocate – Advocates For Seniors, LC

Together, our panelists will discuss the financial, legal, and care-planning decisions that can help you maintain control, protect your assets, and reduce stress for your loved ones.

Whether you're planning for yourself, a spouse, or aging parents, you'll leave with valuable information and resources to help you make informed decisions before they're needed.

📅 Thursday, June 25
🕥 10:30 AM – Noon
📍 Lenexa Old Town Activity Center

Join us for this free Senior Truth Series panel discussion.
Learn more and register here: https://seniortruthseries.com/

As always, this Senior Truth Series seminar is free to attend and designed to educate, empower, and equip older adults and their families with practical information and trusted local resources.

🌟 STS Education Partner Spotlight 🌟

Senior Truth Series is proud to recognize Spaulding Real Estate | Weichert Realtors Welch & Company – Julie & Jay Spaulding for their dedication to helping older adults and long-time homeowners navigate life's transitions with confidence.

Embrace Downsizing | Celebrate Rightsizing

With over a decade of real estate experience in the Kansas City area, Julie Spaulding brings expertise, compassion, and personalized service to every client. Together with Jay Spaulding, who brings 27 years of executive leadership experience from T-Mobile (Sprint), they specialize in helping seniors and their families navigate downsizing and rightsizing with a full-service, stress-free approach.

Their mission is simple: make moving easier, more manageable, and even enjoyable while helping clients confidently embrace their next chapter.

Learn more about Spaulding Real Estate: https://spauldingrealestate.com/
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✨ Join us for our next Senior Truth Series Seminar!
Putting the Right Plans in Place: Financial, Legal, and Care Decisions That Protect Your Future
🗓 Thursday, June 25
🕥 10:30 AM – Noon

🔗 Register today: https://seniortruthseries.com/

Registration is now open for our June Senior Truth Series event!

Topic: Putting the Right Plans in Place: Financial, Legal, and Care Decisions That Protect Your Future

📅 June 25, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Lenexa Old Town Activity Center, Lenexa, KS

Planning ahead can provide peace of mind, protect your independence, and help ensure your wishes are honored. Join us for an informative discussion on the essential financial, legal, and care decisions that can help safeguard your future.

Topics include:
✔ Estate planning essentials
✔ Powers of attorney and advance directives
✔ Long-term care planning considerations
✔ Financial strategies for aging with confidence
✔ Advocacy resources and support options

Whether you're planning for yourself or helping a loved one navigate the future, you'll gain practical information and valuable resources to make informed decisions.

✨ Free to attend — space is limited!
👉 Reserve your seat today: www.SeniorTruthSeries.com

We look forward to seeing you there!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Senior Truth Series Seminar last week, A Guide to Safe Driving in Your 80s.

A special thank you to our moderator and host, Julie Spaulding, Real Estate Downsizing Coach with Spaulding Real Estate, for leading an engaging and informative discussion.

We are also incredibly grateful to our outstanding panelists:
🔹 Kristen Lienhop, Driving Rehabilitation Specialist, Limitless Driving Solutions
🔹 Steven Kohnle, Owner: Steven Kohnle Agency, Farmers Insurance
🔹 Laura Winters, Senior Companion & Transportation Services
🔹 Pat Buffon, Peer Panelist Sharing Firsthand Experience

Our panel shared valuable insights on driving assessments, vehicle adaptations, insurance considerations, transportation alternatives, and planning ahead to maintain both safety and independence. Pat’s personal perspective added an important real-life dimension to the conversation, reminding us that thoughtful planning can help seniors stay connected, confident, and engaged in their communities.

Thank you to everyone who attended, asked questions, and contributed to the discussion. Your participation is what makes the Senior Truth Series such a meaningful resource for our community.

➡️ Join us for our next Senior Truth Series Seminar!
Putting the Right Plans in Place: Financial, Legal, and Care Decisions That Protect Your Future
📅 Thursday, June 25
🕥 10:30 AM – Noon

🔗 Register today: Senior Truth Series Registration

Our seminars are always free, educational, and focused on real conversations that matter to seniors and their families.

🔔 Reminder! Join us this Thursday for a free Senior Truth Series seminar.

Topic: A Guide to Safe Driving in Your 80s
📅 May 28, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Lenexa Old Town Activity Center, Lenexa, KS

Join us for an informative and supportive conversation about driving later in life. We’ll explore:
* How to recognize physical or cognitive changes that may impact driving
* Practical strategies to stay safe on the road
* How to plan ahead for the time when driving may no longer feel like the right choice

You’ll also discover transportation alternatives and local resources to help you remain active, engaged, and connected—no matter what your driving future holds.

Whether you're thinking about this for yourself or someone you care about, this seminar offers guidance, reassurance, and real-world solutions in a welcoming, no-pressure environment.

✨ Free to attend – space is limited!
Reserve your seat today: https://seniortruthseries.com/sts-event/a-guide-to-safe-driving-in-your-80s/

🌟 Reminder: Free Seminar – A Guide to Safe Driving in Your 80s
There’s still time to register for our Senior Truth Series seminar next week!

📅 May 28, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Lenexa Old Town Activity Center, Lenexa, KS

Staying behind the wheel represents independence, confidence, and connection—but how can you tell when it’s still safe to drive?

Join us for an informative and supportive conversation about driving later in life. We’ll explore:
* How to recognize physical or cognitive changes that may impact driving
* Practical strategies to stay safe on the road
* How to plan ahead for the time when driving may no longer feel like the right choice

You’ll also discover transportation alternatives and local resources to help you remain active, engaged, and connected—no matter what your driving future holds.

Whether you're thinking about this for yourself or someone you care about, this seminar offers guidance, reassurance, and real-world solutions in a welcoming, no-pressure environment.

✨ Free to attend – space is limited!
👉 Reserve your seat today: https://seniortruthseries.com/sts-event/a-guide-to-safe-driving-in-your-80s/

We look forward to seeing you there!

🌟 STS Education Partner Spotlight 🌟

A heartfelt thank you to our Senior Truth Series Education Partner, The Maija Method! 💙

Founded by Maija Diethelm, The Maija Method - Your Answer to an Uncluttered Life helps individuals and families create calm, functional, clutter-free spaces through every stage of life—from organizing and downsizing to moving and fresh starts. With patience, empathy, and structure, they guide clients every step of the way toward greater peace of mind.

Whether organizing a home, downsizing, packing for a move, or simply figuring out where to begin, The Maija Method supports clients through every step of the process—creating happier, more manageable spaces and a fresh lease on life. ✨

We’re grateful for their partnership and the meaningful impact they make in helping others reclaim their spaces—and their peace of mind.

🔗 Learn more about The Maija Method here: www.maijamethod.com

Upcoming Senior Truth Series Event: A Guide to Safe Driving in Your 80s
📅 May 28, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Lenexa Old Town Activity Center

👉 Register here: https://seniortruthseries.com/sts-event/a-guide-to-safe-driving-in-your-80s/

We look forward to seeing you there!

🌟 STS Education Partner Spotlight 🌟

We’re proud to recognize and thank our valued Senior Truth Series Education Partner, Freestate Advisors LLC, for their continued support of senior education in our community.

At Freestate Advisors, they understand that every client has unique goals, needs, and concerns. Their team takes a personalized approach to financial planning and investment strategies, helping individuals navigate important decisions with care and confidence. As fiduciaries, they are committed to putting their clients first while considering factors like risk tolerance, time horizon, tax sensitivity, and long-term financial well-being.
Learn more about Freestate Advisors here: www.freestateadvisors.com/

Thank you, Freestate Advisors, for helping support educational programming that empowers older adults and their families through the Senior Truth Series!

📣 Upcoming Senior Truth Series Event: A Guide to Safe Driving in Your 80s
📅 May 28, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Lenexa Old Town Activity Center

👉 Register here: https://seniortruthseries.com/sts-event/a-guide-to-safe-driving-in-your-80s/

We look forward to seeing you there!