In this episode, Darol discusses the growing complexities of long term care planning in relation to static retirement income and the high and increasing costs of long term care. To help him frame the discussion, Darol co-hosts with Lisa Doyle from CayCare. CayCare is a care management and referral agency that assists clients locate long term care resources.

In the remainder of the show, Darol and Lisa welcome and chat with Jennifer Lottis, Community Relations Director at Aljoya Mercer Island, an Era Living retirement community.

Aljoya Mercer Island offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living, Assisted Living, and nursing services.

Era Living is a private, Seattle-based company founded by Eli and Rebecca Almo. A respected and recognized leader in retirement living throughout the Puget Sound, Era Living owns and operates eight premier communities. Since 1987, Era Living has been dedicated to fostering a healthy and engaging environment of whole body wellness, culture, warmth and social fulfillment, providing exceptional healthcare services and enriching activities at all eight communities. Era Living's Wellness and Active Aging Programs are developed in collaboration with the University of Washington School of Nursing - the nation's top-rated nursing school. It's this type of innovative and vibrant approach to senior living that makes Era Living communities so desirable.