Financial & Legal Planning for Alzheimer's, Dementia and Cognitive Impairment with Marsha Goetting (afternoon session)

Financial and Legal Decisions Workshop for Alzheimer’s, related Dementias, and/or Cognitive Impairment 

Plan to attend this workshop to learn what legal and financial steps should be taken before a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, related dementias or cognitive impairment and what alternatives are left after diagnosis. Don’t miss this opportunity to attend a presentation that is not only enlightening, but also interesting. If you think financial and legal planning is a boring topic, then you haven’t been to one of Dr. Marsha Goetting's educational programs. She has a reputation for her ability to make presentations interesting and useful to participants. She keeps participants actively involved by having them answer questions using response clickers. Dr. Goetting has also enhanced her presentations by combining her appreciation of Montana wildflowers with her desire to help you remember strategies to use with loved ones who are having difficulty with their finances. 

Marsha A. Goetting is a Professor and Extension Family Economics Specialist at Montana State University in Bozeman. She has presented over 800 workshops reaching over 25,000 Montanans with financial and estate planning information. She has also authored over 75 MontGuides and bulletins and has received national, regional, and state awards for her financial management and estate planning programs. Dr. Goetting received her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Family Economics and Adult Education from Kansas State University and her Ph.D. 

For more information call the MAS REsource Center Helpline at (406) 541-HELP during our normal business hours Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or email classes@missoulaagingservices.org

Click below to watch the Estate Planning for Everybody workshop with Marsha Goetting from April 2016. This clip is provided by Missoula Community Access Television (MCAT.)

FAQ's:

Where is the Missoula workshop being held? Missoula Public Library

When is the workshop being held? On Monday, June 26th from 2:30-4:30 p.m. 

How many participants will the workshop accomodate and why register in advance? The workshop session will accomodate up to 75 participants, please register to secure your spot today. Pre-registration is required.

Is there a minimum age requirement to participate? The workshop is relevant for all ages.

What are the transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? Missoula Public Library is reachable on Mountain Line city buses. To understand busing options to the event click here. The library has a parking lot and street parking on all sides. To map driving, walking or biking instructions to the event click here.

How to register online for the workshop? Reserve your ticket on Eventbrite today. You will receive a confirmation email.

How to register via phone for the workshop? Call the MAS Resource Center Helpline at (406) 541-HELP during our normal business hours Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ask to be registered for the workshop titled, "Financial & Legal Planning for Alzheimer's, Dementia and Cognitive Impairment with Marsha Goetting."

Is respite care available? If you would like to learn more about free respite care through Montana Lifespan Respite contact the MAS Resource Center Helpline (406) 541- HELP during our normal business hours Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. You may also click here to learn more. There are two forms to complete: 1.) Application for Respite Voucher 2.) The Modified Caregiver Strain Index. To access a "fillable" Application for Respite Voucher click here, for a "print and mail" version click here. To access a "print and mail" Modified Caregiver Strain Index form click here.

How to contact the organizer with any questions? Email classes@missoulaagingservices.org or call the Missoula Aging Services Education Coordinator at (406) 541-9761.

How to learn more about Marsha Goetting? Visit the MSU Extension Office website: http://www.montana.edu/extensionecon/webinarpresenter.html

How to be added to the waitlist for a future workshops? Call the Missoula Aging Services Call Center at (406) 541-HELP during our normal buisness hours Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ask to be placed on a  waitlist. Or email classes@missoulaagingservices.org.

Do I need to bring a registration "ticket" to the workshop for entry? A copy of your ticket is not requried. If you do provide (paper ticket or email ticket on phone) that will help with quick check-in at the registration table.

***The Estate Planning workshops with Marsha Goetting in Missoula are being coordinated by Missoula Aging Services in partnership with MSU Extension Office, Montana Geriatric Education Center and Missoula Public Library