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Free Two-Part Webinar Series
Prepare for the Inevitable:
Financial Planning to Prepare for the Death of a Loved One
January 11, 2024, 6:00pm and January 25, 2024, 10:00am
Presented in partnership with
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The loss of a spouse or family member can be overwhelming. In addition to the grieving process, the surviving family must take steps to put financial affairs in order. One of the best gifts you can give your loved ones is organizing your financial affairs ahead of time. Whether you are preparing to help aging parents, or a senior citizen, this two-part webinar will show you what you’ll need and how to organize yourself to make things easier for your family.
Thursday, January 11 at 6:00 p.m. (Part 1)
Join expert Tamara Haskins, CPA and Financial Service Professional with New York Life, for an overview of what needs to be done in the case of a death or disabling condition in a family. Ms. Haskins will review steps to be taken (and in what order), documents you’ll need, and how to talk with family members beforehand to prevent issues later. Tools and resources will be shared.
Thursday, January 25 at 10:00 a.m. (Part 2)
CaringMatters Board Member Sue DeGraba will provide a hands-on approach to getting your financial paperwork and other important information organized. Helpful resources, like the Gaithersburg Financial Empowerment Center, and tools to prevent financial fraud will be presented.
You may choose to attend one or both webinars.
Register separately for each webinar at the link below.
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Our programs are growing and the demand for our services is increasing the need for more trained volunteers. If you are looking for a meaningful way to make a positive impact on the community, please join us!
Register now for our impactful three-day training for program volunteers, offered at no charge. Through interactive presentations, discussions and guided exercises, the CaringMatters team presents a broad range of information and skill-building instruction to prepare new volunteers for the following positions that are currently needed:
- social and emotional support/companions for people with serious illness
- adult bereavement support group facilitators
- bi-lingual volunteers
For information and registration,
contact Penny Gladhill at pennyg@caringmatters.org or 301-990-0852.
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Allison Stearns, Chief Executive Officer of CaringMatters, was the guest on M&T Bank Presents CEO's You Should Know, a weekly iHeart Radio program feature that profiles the businesses that drive the Washington, D.C. area economy. CEO's You Should Know airs each Monday in prime morning drive across five iHeart Radio stations: 97.1 WASH-FM, HOT 99.5, DC101, 98.7 WMZQ and BIG 100. CEO’s included in these segments represent small, large, local and international firms, because all play a part in driving Washington’s business community.
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A Gathering of Appreciation & Gratitude | |
Thank you to Vivian and Ray Bass for their generosity and hospitality for hosting CaringMatters' Board of Directors, Board of Trustees and Staff at their home for a dinner reception in appreciation for their dedication and commitment to CaringMatters and the community they serve. Flowers donated by EDGE Floral Event Designers. Photos by Jerry Frishman Photography. | |
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The holiday season can be a time of joy and gratitude. However, for many people experiencing serious illness, caregiving challenges and grief, the season only brings complicated feelings of uncertainty, loneliness and isolation. Throughout the holidays and beyond, CaringMatters is there - a trusted community resource that provides critical emotional lifelines, free of charge, at the time they are needed the most.
The important work of CaringMatters is not only based on care, but also the notion of being present. We have found that:
- Household supplies delivered to the door can bring tears of relief and gratitude.
- A volunteer that shows up on time to take a cancer patient to a medical appointment is a true act of kindness.
- A friendly face on the computer screen can bring validation and possibly relieve a bit of the heartache of grief.
- A family art project completed over Zoom can spark conversations, healing and new friendships.
We couldn't do this work without you! Your donation to CaringMatters will ensure our compassionate support services are available when needed, at no cost, for you, your loved ones and the entire community. Please consider a gift of $50, $100, $250 or any amount so no one in Montgomery County dies alone or grieves without support.
Thank you for your continued generous support and your steadfast belief in our work. We wish you a peaceful holiday season and healthy new year.
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Upcoming Events
- SAVE THE DATE: Golfing For Good, April 7, 2024
- SAVE THE DATE: Raise Your Glass, May 21, 2024
- SAVE THE DATE: Silver Linings Gala, October 26, 2024
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Thank You to Our Annual Sponsors | | |
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William Hard
Irma Poretsky
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Choice Sponsor
The Grunley Family
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Gaithersburg, MD 20877
301-869-HOPE (4673)
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