SilverSavvy

12/04/2025

Something really cool happened recently when my friend Jill Mastroianni, who hosts The Death Readiness Podcast, forwarded me a note from Kate, a listener.

Kate had just flown across the country to visit her 80+ year-old parents. On the plane, she listened to my conversation with Jill about how to talk to your parents about getting help at home.

When she arrived, she downloaded and printed the checklists we talked about… and used them to sit down with her mom and dad.

After four years of trying to get them to think a little more deeply about their wishes, she said they had “the most open dialogue to date.”

I thought "How cool is that?" I just sat there grinning at my screen when I read that. 🧡
Those quiet little wins in real families are what keep me doing this work.

If you want to hear the episode Kate listened to, it’s here:
👉 How to Talk to Your Parents About Getting Help at Home
https://www.deathreadiness.com/podcast/episode-42-how-to-talk-to-your-parents-about-getting-help-at-home

And if you’re heading home to visit aging parents and want the same checklists Kate used, just message me here or email me at [email protected] and I’ll send them along.

Learn how to talk to your aging parents about home healthcare, aging in place, and assisted living. Jill Mastroianni and Silver Savvy’s Laura Lynn Morrissey share practical strategies for starting difficult conversations, keeping parents safe, and navigating long-term care insurance

11/22/2025

Happy Saturday! Holiday visit with Mom or Dad this week?
You’re not overreacting if something feels “off.” Here’s a gentle guide to 10 quiet signs your parent may need more help—without shaming or scaring anyone. 👉

(A very personal note from me to you) Every year around this time, my phone and inbox start to fill up. The stories are different, but the pattern is the sa ...

10/31/2025

🎙️ Must-Listen: How to Talk to Your Parents About Getting Help at Home

🎧 Listen now: https://www.deathreadiness.com/podcast/episode-42-how-to-talk-to-your-parents-about-getting-help-at-home

If you have aging parents — or are the parent everyone worries about — this episode is for you. ❤️

I had the joy of joining Jill Mastroianni, Estate Attorney, Founder of Death Readiness, and Host of The Death Readiness Podcast, for a real and practical conversation about how families can navigate aging with grace, safety, and dignity.

Jill is an extraordinary host — insightful, compassionate, and deeply experienced. We talked about how to start small, plan early, and keep independence at the center of every decision.

It’s honest. Helpful. And a conversation every family should have before a crisis hits.

08/22/2025

Happy Friday! We know that filing a long-term care insurance claim can feel overwhelming. But avoiding these 8 mistakes can make all the difference. Which one surprised you the most? 👇 ”

08/22/2025

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉

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08/19/2025

In Boston, the average assisted living cost is $7,825/month — almost double the national median. And that doesn’t include extra fees for things like medication management or added care.Planning ahead with outdated numbers can cost families tens of thousands.👉 Want to know the right questions to ask before signing? Comment CHECKLIST and I’ll send you my Assisted Living & Housing Checklist.

08/18/2025

🎙️ Laura Lynn Morrissey, founder of SilverSavvy had the pleasure of joining the Buried in Work Podcast with host Adam Zuckerman—and the episode is officially live! 🎧 Listen here: https://buriedinwork.com/podcast/episode-60-Laura-Lynn-Morrissey

We dove into a rich conversation about how to proactively plan for aging, avoid common long-term care mistakes, and what it really means to age well at home. Whether you’re caring for a loved one or planning ahead for yourself, there’s something in here for everyone.

✨ We have already received a referral from someone who heard the episode and wants help supporting their clients—which tells us this podcast is making an impact!

Huge thanks to Adam Zuckerman for the insightful conversation and warm hosting.



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n this episode, aging specialist and Silver Savvy founder Laura Lynn Morrissey shares how to avoid last-minute decisions and start planning now with c

08/18/2025

📖 Just finished The 5 Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom and it shook me.👉 Grab it here: https://amzn.to/47w6jooA friend once told Sahil: “You see your parents once a year. They’re in their mid-sixties. That means you’ll see them maybe fifteen more times before they die.”Fifteen. More. Times.That hit me too — and it made me rethink how I spend my time, and who I truly want in my circle.This book is a powerful reminder that wealth isn’t just money — it’s time, relationships, health, mindset, and financial stability.💡 If you’ve been chasing “busy,” this is the wake-up call you need.

08/15/2025

2½ years. That’s how long my long-time clients would have had to wait for their dream assisted living community. The best places fill up fast — and waiting until you “need it” can leave you with no options. So! 1. Tour early. 2. Get on at least 3 waitlists. 3. Have a backup plan.💡 Comment CHECKLIST for my free Assisted Living & Housing Checklist.

08/13/2025

🚨 One Surprise Call = Benefits Canceled 🚨.

My client lost her long-term care benefits after the insurance company called out of the blue with “just a few questions.” They sounded friendly… but they were ADL questions that decide if you still qualify.She wasn’t prepared — and two weeks later, her claim was closed and benefits stopped.

08/12/2025

When I meet with clients, the first thing I ask is: Have you read the fine print? If you don’t know what’s in your policy, you can’t use it — and the insurance company won’t go out of their way to tell you.💡 Want my Smart Start Kit with the exact checklist I use 📥 Comment “KIT” below and I’ll send it right to you.📌