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Why Wills Have Become Obsolete: The Many Advantages of Using Trusts to Plan Your Estate

Note: Complimentary lunch will be provided.
Monday, April 4th, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Elder Law Estate Planning is a niche area of law which combines the features of elder law and estate planning that pertains most to the needs of the middle class. In 1991, AARP published a “Consumer Report on Probate” concluding that probate was a process to be avoided. That marked the end of traditional will planning and started the “living trust revolution”. Since then, millions of people have set up trusts to:

  • Save time and money in settling the estate.
  • Avoid legal guardianship if they become disabled.
  • Avoid having their personal and financial matters made public.
  • Reduce the chance of a “will contest.”
  • Keep control in the family and out of the court system.

Estate planning documents, including Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy/Living Will, Pour Over Will and revocable living trusts will be explained.

Promoting Bone Health Through Exercise

Wednesday, April 13th, 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
In this two part class, the first hour will include discussion of: actions to promote strong bones for life, an overview of osteoporosis, examples of current treatment and management of this disease, and strategies for discussing bone health with healthcare providers. The second hour will spotlight the benefits of exercise and the variety of activities that may promote healthy bones and may help you and your body in other ways. Guidelines regarding how to begin an exercise program safely will also be offered.

Protecting Your Assets from Long Term Care

Note: Complimentary lunch provided.
Monday, April 18th, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
This program will compare and contrast Plan A – Long-Term Care insurance and Plan B – Medicaid Asset Protection Trust. The presenters will detail how the Medicaid Asset Protection Trust works and why you might want to get it while the getting is good in regards to long-term insurance.

Approaches to Cancer Research

Thursday, May 12th, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Did you know that a major cancer research center makes its home overlooking the banks of the Hudson River right here in Rensselaer, New York? The Cancer Research Center is a fully staffed, comprehensive, state of the art research facility. Its mission is related to understanding the genetic and environmental causes of cancer, and the development and evaluation of preventive plans and therapeutic approaches for common cancers. The Center is unique among academic cancer research centers in North America because of its strong ties to the University at Albany School of Public Health and its dedication to a collaborative research environment and training of graduate students and post-doctoral fellows in cancer biology.

The Forgotten War: Korea 1950-1954 Part 2

Wednesday, May 25th, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
During this session we will look at how and why the peninsula of Korea became divided into the North and South in 1948. Why the U.S. abandoned their allies of WWII and sided with a former enemy Japan and brought them into the South Korean Sector. Also, we will view the political discourse at this time in the U.S. concerning the conflict with a look at how it affects us today. We will discuss the Military blunders by those in command at that time that caused the loss of many lives. This will be a Lecture, Power Point, and a Discussion program.

Tip-Toe Through the Tulips Trolley Tour

Wednesday, May 4, 12:00 noon – 2:00 p.m.
The Tulip Festival is held in Albany, NY every spring at Washington Park. The tradition stems from Mayor Erastus Corning II passing a city ordinance that declared the tulip Albany’s official flower on July 1, 1948. The first Tulip Fest was celebrated the next year on May 14, 1948. This highly anticipated spring festival celebrates its 64th year in 2011 as over 200,000 tulip bulbs blossom into a sea of colors just in time for Mother’s Day. Join us for this great spring event with thousands of tulips blooming in a myriad of colors and varieties.
Enjoy a pre-Tulip Festival trip to Albany’s beautiful Washington Park. Visit some of the City’s beautiful gardens including the Ten Broeck Mansion, the Bridge Garden, Washington Park and more. You will be able to get on and off the Trolley to take photos (if you wish) as we get an insider’s perspective on the magnificent tulips and other plantings throughout Albany. Have fun on this truly marvelous and magical trolley tour that will be guided by Judy Stacey, City of Albany Master Gardener!