Empower Yourself: An Equal Housing Podcast
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Aging in Place or Making the Move
Empower Yourself: An Equal Housing Podcast
09/21/22 • 41 min
Are you considering whether to sell your forever home and move into assisted living or Senior living centers? Or were you thinking that aging in place or purchasing a forever home where you can age in place is more your preference? If you or a family member are confused over making such a decision, this podcast has the experts and resources for how to empower yourself to make the decision that’s in your best interest for safety, financial stability, and happiness.
Host: Sarah Anderson | Maryland Real Estate Network | 2021-2022 President of the Howard County Association of REALTORS®
Speaker Resources:
Carly Shilling, MS, OTR/L, CAPS
Community Living Program Manager
Howard County Office on Aging and Independence
9830 Patuxent Woods Drive
Columbia, MD 21046
https://www.howardcountymd.gov/aging-independence
410-313-1234
Allyson Stanton, LBSW, ALCP
8850 Columbia 100 Pkwy, Suite 203
Columbia, MD 20145
443.812.1028
ABOUT HOWARD COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
The Howard County Association of REALTORS® serves its members by providing resources that enable them to conduct business professionally while promoting and enforcing ethical standards. It is our vision to be Howard County's "Voice" and leading advocate for homeownership, the real estate industry, and those issues that most affect the association's members, while enhancing the REALTOR® image in the profession and within our community.
Senior Safety in Assisted Living & Nursing Homes
Empower Yourself: An Equal Housing Podcast
10/12/22 • 15 min
Have you heard horror stories of abuse in assisted living centers and nursing homes? You’ll find in this podcast we will be empowering you to overcome rumor and how to find facts regarding the home you or a loved one may be considering when needing the medical support of these facilities.
Our highly qualified legal representative with the Howard County Office of Aging and Independence will pinpoint recent and common issues, where YOU can get accurate information regarding the centers you are considering, and resources for current family members you may be concerned about today! Don’t miss out on the resources recommended by our speaker below:
Host: Vikki Mason | Exit Spivey Professional Realty | Howard County Association of REALTORS® Fair Housing Committee | Mobile: 301-693-2356 | Office: 443-757-5000
Speaker Resources:
Katy Lee, Program Manager
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Howard County Office on Aging & Independence
9830 Patuxent Woods Drive
Columbia, MD 21046
410-313-6423
Office of Healthcare Quality
Maryland Access Point (MAP)
Request Guide to Independent Assisted Living Facilities
410-313-1234
Affording Senior Apartments - Reverse Mortgages Explained
Empower Yourself: An Equal Housing Podcast
09/28/22 • 29 min
Is it possible to find a Senior Apartment Center that has the services I need for the price I can afford? How can I afford to continue living in my current home on my income and no assistance? If you are asking these questions and don’t know where to start looking, this podcast episode is for you. Our speakers will empower you to understand the differences between senior living, and to target a Senior Apartment that fits your needs. Then, a financial expert will explain away the myths about Reverse Mortgages and how it may fit your needs.
Host: Kimberly Smrek | Movement Mortgage| Howard County Association of REALTORS® Fair Housing Committee Vice Chair | http://www.homeloanswithkimberly.com/
Speaker Resources:
Emily Leclercq, LCSW-C, CIRS A-D
Resource Specialist
MAP line- 410-313-1234, Direct line – 410-313-5917
Maryland Access Point Howard County
https://marylandaccesspoint.211md.org/
Howard County Office on Aging and Independence
Eric Rittmeyer
Mental Toughness Expert/ Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional
Phone 410-303-1844
https://www.MentalToughnessSpeaker.com
ABOUT HOWARD COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
The Howard County Association of REALTORS® serves its members by providing resources that enable them to conduct business professionally while promoting and enforcing ethical standards. It is our vision to be Howard County's "Voice" and leading advocate for homeownership, the real estate industry, and those issues that most affect the association's members, while enhancing the REALTOR® image in the profession and within our community.
Introducing Empower Yourself: An Equal Housing Podcast
Empower Yourself: An Equal Housing Podcast
09/12/22 • 0 min
Welcome to “Empower Yourself: An Equal Housing Podcast” where we are striving to empower the disadvantaged in our community to grasp their own path to equal and fair housing. A special podcast produced by the Howard County Association of REALTORS® Fair Housing Committee.
We will be discussing topics such as Senior Resources, Disability Accommodations, Financial Assistance, Housing Market Updates and more. Bringing you the knowledge and resources you need to find the housing you can afford, overcome the challenges you will face, and sneak peeks into the real estate industry.
Look in the description of each episode for resources from our speakers from all levels of the Howard County and Maryland Government and Housing Assistance Organizations. Check out the Howard County Association of REALTORS® website for more local trusted professionals and service providers at https://hcar.org.
ABOUT HOWARD COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
The Howard County Association of REALTORS® serves its members by providing resources that enable them to conduct business professionally while promoting and enforcing ethical standards. It is our vision to be Howard County's "Voice" and leading advocate for homeownership, the real estate industry, and those issues that most affect the association's members, while enhancing the REALTOR® image in the profession and within our community.
Service Animals, Assistance Animals, and Housing…Oh My!
Empower Yourself: An Equal Housing Podcast
10/05/22 • 33 min
Service animals vs. assistance animals... what is the difference between the two? How does it affect an owner of one of these animals when dining at a restaurant, riding public transportation, and most importantly, living in the home they deserve?
This podcast will answer these questions and more, as we delve into what you can do as a disabled tenant, or consumer when discriminated against based on your service or assistance animals. As well as what business owners and landlords need to know when handling these animals on their establishments. With our highly experienced and relevant speaker and guest, we will go over both the laws and cases as well as real-life situations that will matter to you and empower you to make a difference.
Host: Autumn Underwood | Northrop Realty, A Long & Foster Company| Howard County Association of REALTORS® Fair Housing Committee Member| Mobile: 410-446-5987 | Office: 410-531-0321
Speaker Resources:
Kara Hunt, PhD.
Director of Education & Outreach
Maryland Commission on Civil Rights
Office: 410-767-7656
File a Complaint: https://mccr.maryland.gov/Pages/Intake.aspx
Lindsay Murray
Disability Rights Advocate, Influencer, Social Media Coordinator
Northrop Realty, a Long & Foster Company
ABOUT HOWARD COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
The Howard County Association of REALTORS® serves its members by providing resources that enable them to conduct business professionally while promoting and enforcing ethical standards. It is our vision to be Howard County's "Voice" and leading advocate for homeownership, the real estate industry, and those issues that most affect the association's members, while enhancing the REALTOR® image in the profession and within our community.
FAQ
What is the most popular episode on Empower Yourself: An Equal Housing Podcast?
The episode title 'Senior Safety in Assisted Living & Nursing Homes' is the most popular.