By KnowYouParasite September 25, 2013
These filthy parasites went through 1 million dollars in 2 years. When the money ran out I told everyone our relative will be dead in months and yes, I was correct. They work with nursing homes, in this case Valle Verde, Santa Barbara, CA to drain as much as they can get from you.They are nothing but parasites. NEVER give them control over bank accounts etc. Have your relative sign over everything to you years before they may need to go into a facility. Never allow these parasites access to finances/personal information. Their entire business is based on draining you dry. ...read more
By patmc93117 August 10, 2012
Senior Planning Services of Santa Barbara, California was involved in the financial disbursements of my special needs trust. The few payments they made weren't credited to my account, and they quoted hourly rates of $85 and $125 and instead charged $110 NS $135 in 2008. The owner's goal is to make money, and she's a lot more interested in making family dependant on SPS to increase revenue than respect an individual's wishes. If you don't care about family or finances, sign them up immediately! ...read more
By raygolf67 January 03, 2012
Nice pharmacy didn't make us wait long for my prescriptions. Different and interesting medicinal products as well. We use the Medicine Shoppe often. ...read more
Help Unlimited Inc., a locally owned and operated home care company, is expanding itspersonal care services.or more than 35 years, Help Unlimited has provided ongoing personalized care, allowing individuals to stay in their homes inSanta Barbara and Ventura counties. In response to its clients’ growing needs for transitional care, rehabilitation and ongoing assistance in the home, Help Unlimited has expanded its care management and supervisory staff. Registered nurse Marilyn Campbell is joining forces with licensed vocational nurse June Davila, care coordination supervisor/community liaison. Davila has acted as Help Unlimited’s client liaison and care staff supervisor for the past seven years. Campbell will continue in the role of community care liaison forHelp Unlimited Home Care, Help Unlimited’s Medicare-certified sister agency specializing in post hospitalization care and rehabilitation at home. Following a hospitalization, change in condition or accident, licensed professional staff may be ordered by the physician to assist the patient in his or her recovery. Campbell, in her role with Help Unlimited Home Care, works with patients, doctors and rehabilitation centers in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties to ensure that the transition from the hospital or skilled nursing facility to the home provides the professional services and support necessary to allow for a successful recovery. Help Unlimited’s nonmedical personal care services continue to grow. The expansion of its care supervisors, with the addition of Campbell, will enable Help Unlimited to respond to the growing need for comprehensive ongoing care for individuals needing nonmedical assistance at home. It can be overwhelming to manage activities of daily living, appointments and changing care needs while going through a health crisis or illness. The care provided by Help Unlimited offers relief for family members and the client, providing personalized care that begins when the client first arrives home and continues on as needs transition, and more or less care is needed. Help Unlimited has provided high-quality care to its clients for more than 35 years in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. It understands the need for compassionate, professional and comprehensive care in the homes of its clients — care that is cost-effective and promotes safety and quality of life. Help Unlimited has a team of experienced, caring and committed home care aides (home health aides, certified nursing assistants and personal attendants). Help Unlimited is a family-owned private pay home care agency short respite care or long term24-hour assistance. Help Unlimited HomeCare is a state-licensed, Medicare-certified home health agency providing nursing care, physical, occupational and speech therapists, as well as social workers. Help Unlimited, along with Help Unlimited HomeCare, provides seamless and comprehensive care across the home care and home health continuum. — Leeana McNeilley is the director ofHelp Unlimited Inc.. Latest NewsMost Popular1.CSU Channel Islands Designated ‘Tree Campus USA’ by National Arbor…- 04.08.2013 11:30 a.m.2.Jackson Introduces Bill to Require Fiscal Transparency for Power Plants- 04.08.2013 11:12 a.m.3.Santa Barbara County Now Under Quarantine for Citrus Pest- 04.08.2013 11:10 a.m.Daily NoozhawkSubscribe to Your Daily Noozhawk, our free e-Bulletin sent out every day at 4:15 a.m. with Noozhawk's top stories, hand-picked by the editors.FacebookTwitterNoozhawkCSU Channel Islands Designated ‘Tree Campus USA’ by National Arbor Day Foundation:bit.ly/YbdnP35 minutes ago·reply·retweet·favorite+ View More ...read more
By Help Unlimited April 08, 2013
By Senior Helpers In Home Health Care of Santa Barbara, CA December 17, 2010
Who inherits the good silver is just the beginning. by: Brett Widness | from: AARP | September 30, 2010 Writing a will isn't the most pleasant of tasks. After all, by doing so you're not only acknowledging your own inevitable demise but actively planning for it. That might explain why so many adults avoid this cornerstone of estate planning. According to an AARP survey, 2 out of 5 Americans over the age of 45 don't have a will. But creating a will is one of the most critical things you can do for your loved ones. Putting your wishes on paper helps your heirs avoid unnecessary hassles, and you gain the peace of mind knowing that a life's worth of possessions will end up in the right hands. "A will is an important way you can stay in control over who gets what of your property," says Sally Hurme, an attorney with AARP, "and by planning in advance you can also save your family time and money." The laws governing wills vary from state to state. If you aren't familiar with them, consider consulting a knowledgeable lawyer or estate planner in your area. Before you do, brush up on these 10 things you should know about writing a will. What is a will? A will is simply a legal document in which you, the testator, declare who will manage your estate after you die. Your estate can consist of big, expensive things such as a vacation home but also small items that might hold sentimental value such as photographs. The person named in the will to manage your estate is called the executor because he or she executes your stated wishes. A will can also serve to declare who you wish to become the guardian for any minor children or dependents, and who you want to receive specific items that you own — Aunt Sally gets the silver, Cousin Billy the bone china, and so on. Someone designated to receive any of your property is called a "beneficiary." Some types of property, including certain insurance policies and retirement accounts, generally aren't covered by wills. You should've listed beneficiaries when you took out the policies or opened the accounts. Check if you can't remember, and make sure you keep beneficiaries up to date, since what you have on file when you die should dictate who receives those assets. What happens if I die without a will? If you die without a valid will, you'll become what's called intestate. That usually means your estate will be settled based on the laws of your state that outline who inherits what. Probate is the legal process of transferring the property of a deceased person to the rightful heirs. Since no executor was named, a judge appoints an administrator to serve in that capacity. An administrator also will be named if a will is deemed to be invalid. All wills must meet certain standards such as being witnessed to be legally valid. Again, requirements vary from state to state. An administrator will most likely be a stranger to you and your family, and he or she will be bound by the letter of the probate laws of your state. As such, an administrator may make decisions that wouldn't necessarily agree with your wishes or those of your heirs. Do I need an attorney to prepare my will? No, you aren't required to hire a lawyer to prepare your will, though an experienced lawyer can provide useful advice on estate-planning strategies such as living trusts. But as long as your will meets the legal requirements of your state, it's valid whether a lawyer drafted it or you wrote it yourself on the back of a napkin. Do-it-yourself will kits are widely available. Conduct an Internet search for "online wills" or "estate planning software" to find options, or check bookstores and libraries for will-writing guides. Your state's departments of aging also might be able to direct you to free or low-cost resources for estate planning. And while you're working on your will, you should think about preparing other essential estate-planning documents. "When you create or update your will, that's also a good time to think about other advance-planning tools like financial and health care powers of attorney to ensure that your wishes are carried out while you're still alive," says Naomi Karp of AARP's Public Policy Institute. Should my spouse and I have a joint will or separate wills? Estate planners almost universally advise against joint wills, and some states don't even recognize them. Odds are you and your spouse won't die at the same time, and there's probably property that's not jointly held. That's why separate wills make better sense, even though your will and your spouse's will might end up looking remarkably similar. In particular, separate wills allow for each spouse to address issues such as ex-spouses and children from previous relationships. Ditto for property that was obtained during a previous marriage. Be very clear about who gets what. Probate laws generally favor the current spouse. Who should act as a witness to a will? Any person can act as a witness to your will, but you should select someone who isn't a beneficiary. Otherwise there's the potential for a conflict of interest. The technical term is adisinterested witness. Some states require two or more witnesses. If a lawyer drafts your will, he or she shouldn't serve as a witness. Not all states require a will to be notarized, but some do. Check. You may also want to have your witnesses sign what's called a self-proving affidavit in the presence of a notary. This affidavit can speed up the probate process because your witnesses likely won't be called into court by a judge to validate their signatures and the authenticity of the will. Who should I name as my executor? You can name your spouse, an adult child, or another trusted friend or relative as your executor. If your affairs are complicated, it might make more sense to name an attorney or someone with legal and financial expertise. You can also name joint executors, such as your spouse or partner and your attorney. One of the most important things your will can do is empower your executor to pay your bills and deal with debt collectors. Make sure the wording of your will allows for this, and also gives your executor leeway to take care of any related issues that aren't specifically outlined in your will. How do I leave specific items to specific heirs? If you wish to leave certain personal property to certain heirs, indicate as much in your will. In addition, you can create a separate document called a letter of instruction that you should keep with your will. A letter of instruction, which isn't legally binding in some states, can be written more informally than a will and can go into detail about which items go to whom. You can also include specifics about any number of things that will help your executor settle your estate including account numbers, passwords and even burial instructions. Another option is to leave everything to one trusted person who knows your wishes for distributing your personal items. This, of course, is risky because you're relying on this person to honor your intentions without fail. Consider carefully. Where should I keep my will? A probate court usually requires your original will before it can process your estate, so it's important to keep the document safe yet accessible. If you put the will in a bank safe deposit box that only you can get into, your family might need to seek a court order to gain access. A waterproof and fireproof safe in your house is a good alternative. Your attorney or someone you trust should keep signed copies in case the original is destroyed. Signed copies can be used to establish your intentions. However, the absence of an original will can complicate matters, and without it there's no guarantee that your estate will be settled as you'd hoped. How often does a will need to be updated? It's possible that your will may never need to be updated — or you may choose to update it regularly. The decision is yours. Remember, the only version of your will that matters is the most current valid one in existence at the time of your death. With that in mind, you may want to revisit your will at times of major life changes. Think of pivotal moments such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, the death of a beneficiary or executor, a significant purchase or inheritance, and so on. Your kids probably won't need guardians named in a will after they're adults, for example, but you might still need to name guardians for disabled dependents. A rule of thumb: Review your will every two or three years to be safe. Who has the right to contest my will? Contesting a will refers to challenging the legal validity of all or part of the document. A beneficiary who feels slighted by the terms of a will might choose to contest it. Depending on which state you live in, so too might a spouse, ex-spouse or child who believes your stated wishes go against local probate laws. A will can be contested for any number of other reasons: it wasn't properly witnessed; you weren't competent when you signed it; or it's the result of coercion or fraud. It's usually up to a probate judge to settle the dispute. The key to successfully contesting a will is finding legitimate legal fault with it. A clearly drafted and validly executed will is the best defense. http://www.aarp.org/money/estate-planning/info-09-2010/ten_things_you_should_know_about_writing_a_will.2.html "Learn About Senior In Home Health Care in Santa Ana, California Senior Helpers Provides Many services in the Santa Ana, California area. We provide a full array of Home Care services for seniors and the elderly living in this beautiful area. Our Home Care Services are provided by bonded and insured employees and all employees pass a National Background check. If you need Home Care services in Belmont Shore, Bixby Knolls, Foothill Ranch, Garden Grove, Irvine, Lake Forest, Lakewood, Lemon Heights, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Los Altos, Midway City, Naples, Orange, Rossmoor, Santa Ana, Seal Beach, Signal Hill, Silverado, Stanton, Trabuco Canyon, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster and the surrounding areas we are an excellent choice with impeccable references. Home Health Care for your elderly loved ones is never an easy choice but we can promise we will do our best to make it as painless as possible. From our family to yours we sincerely thank you for considering Senior Helpers of Santa Ana Home Health Care Company. " ...read more
By Senior Helpers In Home Health Care of Santa Barbara, CA October 29, 2010
Finding the right qualified care for someone who needs assistance in the home can be a challenging task. Avoid unnecessary confusion by finding out how to review home health care contracts. These types of explanatory and protective documents can be worded to fit specific special circumstances. The con... ...read more