by Janet Berry-Johnson | Oct 23, 2025 | Paper Organization
If you’ve ever tried to find your parent’s medical information in a pinch, like during a medical emergency, you know how stressful it can be. While many financial and insurance records are now digital, medical information isn’t always as easy to access. Privacy laws...
by Janet Berry-Johnson | Sep 25, 2025 | Paper Organization, Personal Finance
As more people are choosing to remain single or childfree, a growing number of older adults are finding themselves navigating retirement and aging on their own. These solo agers don’t have a spouse, adult children, or close family members to step in and manage...
by Janet Berry-Johnson | Aug 30, 2025 | Paper Organization, Personal Finance
It’s a question many families don’t think to ask until it’s too late. One of my friends, Carrie (all names have been changed for privacy), recently shared a story that underscores just how important it is to have proactive conversations about aging and...
by Janet Berry-Johnson | Jul 17, 2025 | Paper Organization
When I first met Jodi (name changed for privacy), she was balancing more than most people could imagine. A single mom with three college-age kids she was preparing to launch into adulthood, she was also in the thick of settling her late father’s estate and caring for...
by Janet Berry-Johnson | Dec 9, 2024 | Paper Organization, Taxes
Tax season might feel like it’s a long way off, but following a tax preparation checklist and getting started early can save you stress and set you up for a smooth filing experience. While the IRS typically opens tax filing in mid-January, there’s no need to...
by Janet Berry-Johnson | Sep 13, 2024 | Paper Organization
As our parents age, they may need help managing their finances. Between the constant flow of mail, bills, insurance paperwork, and other essential documents, it’s easy for things to slip through the cracks. Organizing financial paperwork for aging parents and handling...
