Savannah Directory FLIPBOOK

Savannah 

SENIORS RESOURCE 

DIRECTORY 

Helpful Information for Boomers and Seniors 

SERVING COASTAL GEORGIA 

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2017-2018

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Welcome! 

Boomers and Seniors in Savannah! Do you know where to find the best services? Now you 

have them at your fingertips in the first edition of the Savannah Seniors Resource Directory. 

The Savannah/Coastal Georgia area has needed a comprehensive resource like this directory for 

some time. We aim to provide options, simplify your search, expand your knowledge, and 

ultimately send you in the right direction. 

This directory is for you, whether your loved one is a Boomer, or you’re a Senior looking to 

make a decision on the next step in your life. 

To view more information on area events, sign up for our newsletter, or download our digital 

edition online, please visit seniorsresourcedirectory.com. 

In the future, we hope to expand this annual directory to include even more resources. To obtain 

additional printed copies or learn about advertising, please contact John Basile at 843-901-1134 

or john@seniorsresourcedirectory.com 

We are grateful to our advertisers who have made this free directory possible. And a big thank 

you to our Readers! May you stay healthy, happy, and safe. 

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Table of 

Contents 

COMMUNITY RESOURCES 6-14 

Experience 

The Yellow Dot Program 7 

Dial 211 For Help 11 

Navigate Late Life Care 

Healthcare 

13 

Excellence. 

SENIOR HOUSING 15-19 

Talking to Mom About an Assisted Living Residence 14 

IN-HOME SERVICES 20-23 

Memorial Health, located in midtown Savannah, is the m 

comprehensive medical center in southeast Georgia. We o 

the region’s onlyLevel 1 trauma center, the only children’s 

hospital, the only Level III neonatal intensive care nursery 

cancer care, cardiovascular care, stroke care, surgical servic 

and an emergency department that serves more than 100 

people per year. When you need leading-edge medical car 

we’re here for you. Experience Excellence. Memorial Healt 

Home Health vs. Home Care 23 

HEALTH SERVICES 25-35 

Making the Right Choice for Your Rehabilitation 28-29 

Ways To Avoid Kidney Disease 35 

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 37-43 

The New Focus of Modern Estate Planning 38-39 

Why Turn to an SRES 40 

How to Prepare Financially for a Longer Life 41 

ENTERTAINMENT & RESTAURANTS 44-48 

I Savannah 44,45 

RESOURCES 49-52 

What Services Does Medicaid Cover 49 

Low-Cost Options for Aging in Place 50 

Alzheimer’s Association MediAlert + Safe Return 51 

Legend of Advertisers 52 



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Community 

Resources 

AGENCIES ON AGING 

COASTAL REGIONAL COMMISSION 

See ad below 

1181 Coastal Drive 

800-580-6860 

GEORGIA COUNCIL ON AGING 

404-657-5343 

COASTAL AREA AGENCY ON AGING 

912-437-0800 | 800-580-6861 

AGING SERVICES 

AARP SAVANNAH 

888-687-2277 

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION 

912 920-2231 

24-Hour Helpline 800-272-3900 

AGING SERVICES 

CAREGIVER ACTION NETWORK 

202-454-3970 

GEORGIA DIVISION OF AGING SERVICES 

866-552-4464 

UNITED WAY OF THE COASTAL EMPIRE 

211 | 912-651-7700 

SENIOR CENTERS 

SCI SENIORS CITIZENS INC 

See ad on page 7, 10 

3025 Bull Street, Savannah 

912-236-0363 

BRYAN COUNTY SENIOR CENTER 

24 W. Bacon Street, Pembroke 

912-653-4480 

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This 

yellow dot 

could save 

your life 

When minutes count 

Yellow Dot is a free program that gives first 

responders immediate access to important 

medical information so they can provide care 

quickly in a medical emergency. 

It’s simple 

Just place the Yellow Dot decal on the front 

window or entry door of your home and keep the 

Yellow Dot packet on the refrigerator. You can also 

keep one in the glove compartment of your car 

and place the Yellow Dot on your back window. 

Contact SCI 

To learn more and find the nearest enrollment 

site, call SCI at (912) 236-0363, toll-free at 

(866) 579-2116, or go to seniorcitizensinc.org. 

Don’t wait! Register for the life-saving 

Yellow Dot program today. 

Sponsored locally by 

A 501(c)3 organization helping people age successfully since 1959 

Care navigation | Adult daytime care | In-home nursing, companion, and personal care 

Home-delivered meals | Neighborhood centers | Transportation | The Learning Center 

Georgia’s Yellow Dot Program is made possible by Georgia Department of Human Services Division of Aging Services, 

Georgia Department of Public Health, Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, Alliant Georgia Medical Care Foundation, 

and Greater Savannah Coalition on Aging. 

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Community 

Resources 

LIBRARIES 

CENTRAL SAVANNAH 

BULL STREET LIBRARY 


912-652-3600 

CARNEGIE LIBRARY 

537 East Henry Street, Savannah 

912-231-9921 

W.W. LAW LIBRARY 

4 East Bay Street, Savannah 

912-236-8040 

WEST BROAD LIBRARY 

1110 May Street, Savannah 

912-232-6395 

SOUTHSIDE SAVANNAH 

OGLETHORPE MALL LIBRARY 

7 Mall Annex, Savannah 

912-925-5432 

SOUTHWEST CHATHAM LIBRARY 

14097 Abercorn Street, Savannah 

912-925-8305 

EASTERN CHATHAM COUNTY 

ISLANDS LIBRARY 

50 Johnny Mercer Blvd, Savannah 

912-897-6233 

WESTERN CHATHAM COUNTY 

GARDEN CITY LIBRARY 

104 Sunshine Avenue, Garden City 

912-629-5070 

POOLER LIBRARY 

104 Sunshine Avenue, Garden City 

912-748-0471 

PORT CITY LIBRARY 

3501 Houlihan Ave, Savannah 

912-964-8013 

PORT WENTWORTH LIBRARY 

102 Aberfeldy Street, Port Wentworth 

912-964-0371 

EFFINGHAM COUNTY 

RINCON LIBRARY 

17th Street & Highway 21, Rincon 

912-826-2222 

SPRINGFIELD LIBRARY 

810 Highway 119 South, Springfield 

912-754-3003 

LIBERTY COUNTY 

HINESVILLE LIBRARY 

236 West Memorial Drive, Hinesville 

912-368-4003 

THUNDERBOLT LIBRARY 

2708 Mechanics Avenue, Thunderbolt 

912-354-5864 

TYBEE LIBRARY 

405 Butler Avenue, Tybee Island 

912-786-7733 

GLYNN COUNTY 

BRUNSWICK- GLYNN COUNTY LIBRARY 

208 Gloucester Street, Brunswick 

912-279-3740 

ST. SIMONS ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY 

WESTERN CHATHAM COUNTY 

530A Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island 

912-279-3750 

FOREST CITY LIBRARY 

1501 Stiles Avenue, Savannah 

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912-238-0614 

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Community 

Resources 

SENIOR CENTERS 

EFFINGHAM COUNTY SENIOR CENTER, INC. 

128 Stillwell Road, Springfield 

912-754-2138 

LIBERTY COUNTY SENIOR CENTER 

800 Tupelo Trail, Hinesville 

912-877-0056 

LONG COUNTY SENIOR CENTER 

15 Thornton Drive, NE Ludowici 

912-545-9508 

MCINTOSH COUNTY SENIOR CENTER 

1009 Eulonia Park Road, SW Townsend 

912-832-2444 

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HELPING YOU 

LIVE BETTER 

Join your friends and neighbors at the Y. 

Our active older adult programs can help 

you maintain a fit and healthy lifestyle, 

learn a new sport or just relax. 

From fitness to friendships, the 

Y has a place for you. 

Four Chatham County 

Locations: 

Habersham Y, 

Islands Family Y 

Tybee Island Y 

West Chatham Y 

ymcaofcoastalga.org 

RECREATION 

YMCA OF COASTAL GEORGIA 

See ad on this page 

HABERSHAM YMCA 


6400 Habersham Street, Savannah 

912-354-6223 

ISLANDS FAMILY YMCA 


66 Johnny Mercer Boulevard, Savannah 

912-897-1192 

TYBEE ISLAND YMCA & RECREATION 


204 5th Street, Tybee Island 

912-786-9622 

WEST CHATHAM YMCA 


165 Issac G. LaRoche Drive, Pooler 

912-748-9622 




912-236-0363 

SAVANNAH RIVERBOAT CRUISES 

See ad on page 46 

9 East River Street, Savannah 

912-232-6404 

SAPELO HAMMOCK GOLF CLUB 


1354 Marsh View Drive, NE, Shell Man Bluff 

912-832-4653 

MEMORIAL GENERATIONONE 

See ad on inside back cover 

1100 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah 

912-350-7587 

RICHMOND HILL YMCA 

154 Thunderbird Drive, Richmond Hill 

912-756-5856 

EFFINGHAM YMCA 

1224 Patriot Drive, Rincon 

912-826-2199 

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Community 

Resources 

RECREATION 

GOLDEN ISLES YMCA 

144 Scranton Connector, Brunswick 

912-265-4100 

LIBERTY COUNTY / ARMED SERVICES YMCA 

201 Mary Lou Drive, Hinesville 

912-368-9622 

MCINTOSH COUNTY YMCA 

1111 Magnolia Bluff Way Suite 295, Darien 

912-437-9622 

SENIOR SERVICES and 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 


Helping People Age Successfully Since 1959 


912-236-0363 

ANCHOR ADVOCACY & CONSULTING GROUP 

Sea ad on pages 12, 13 

912-433-4637 

HOSPICE SAVANNAH 



912-355-2289 

TRANSPORTATION 

PERSONALIZED CARE 

Personalized care for your personal needs 

6811 Forest Park Drive, Savannah 

843-354-8368 

COASTAL REGIONAL COACHES 

866-543-6744 

CHATHAM AREA TRANSIT 

912-233-5767 

Friends, food & fun for active adults 55+ 

SCI NeIghborhood CeNterS | (912) 236-0363 

Liberty County 

Port Wentworth 

Neighborhood Center 


800 Tupelo Trail, Hinesville 103 Turnberry Street 

Thunderbolt 


3634 Russell Street 

CIty of SAVANNAh goldeN Age CeNterS | (912) 652-3887 

Carver Heights 

Hudson Hill Center Tatumville 


2227 Hudson Street Neighborhood Center 

905 Collat Street 

Liberty City 

333 Coleman Street 

Cloverdale Community Center Neighborhood Center The Veranda 

1919 Cynthia Street 

1401 Mills B. Lane Blvd. 1414 East Anderson Street 

Crusader 

Mary Flournoy 

Windsor Forest 


Golden Age Center Regional Center 

81 Coffee Villa Road 

1001 W. 39th Street 308 Briarcliff Circle 

Eastside Regional Center 

Moses Jackson Center Woodville 

409 Goebel Avenue 

1410 Richards Street Neighborhood Center 

Stillwell Towers Center 127 Darling Street 

5100 Waters Avenue 

Adult daytime care | In-home nursing, companion, and personal care | Home-delivered meals 

Neighborhood centers | Senior transportation | The Learning Center 

A 501(c)3 organization helping people age successfully since 1959 

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ALZHEIMER’S 

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SURVIVOR. 

At the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®, people carry 

flowers representing their connection to Alzheimer’s — a disease 

that currently has no cure. But what if one day there was a flower for 

Alzheimer’s first survivor? What if there were millions of them? Help 

make that beautiful day happen by joining us for the world’s largest 

fundraiser to fight the disease. 

Walk to End Alzheimer’s: 

Savannah - Sept. 30th at Ellis Square 

Golden Isles - Oct. 14th at Neptune Park 

Register today at alz.org/walk 

Let Anchor Advocacy help guide life’s 

journey when health and aging make the 

waters a little rough. 

 

 

Late Life Navigation 

Assessment to determine 

what is needed to maximize 

quality of life. 

Design, implement and 

manage a comprehensive 

plan of care. 

 

 

 

Family meetings offering safe space and a neutral 

party to listen to family concerns and help 

work toward resolving disagreements. 

Coordination of services, appointments and 

follow-up based on individual needs. 

Assistance with living arrangement transition. 

 

Advocacy for you and your loved one at doctor’s 

visits and hospital stays. 

Providing the best care and value through 

our extended network of partners. 

anchoradvocacy.com 

912.433.4637 

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Navigate Late Life Care 

Being a caregiver or loved one to an 

elderly adult can be fraught with unforeseen 

and challenging situations 

that many relatives are ill equipped 

to handle. Managing all the details 

and logistics required for situating 

an elderly parent either in their 

home after a hospital stay or in a 

facility of some kind can be daunting 

for a child or senior spouse. When faced with these it may 

be wise to hire a Late Life Navigator. 

Late Life Navigators (LLN) have specialized training in 

geriatric care or experience in the care management for 

those who are becoming less independent. They are fully 

versed in Medicare, Medicaid, hospitals, rehab centers 

and home care through both private pay, Veterans Administration 

and long term care insurance. LLN’s guide the 

journey in the continuity of care when there are multiple 

professionals to manage and/or when transitions need to 

be made. 

Navigators are advocates for the client and the family 

in various settings and visit the client on a regular basis. 

They and their team are available 24/7 by phone to the 

patient and family for emergencies. Updates and consultation 

to family are paramount throughout the journey. 

Typically, they charge by the hour after an initial consultation 

fee and are a godsend when the family lives far away. 

The time to consider a Navigator is when an aging loved 

one experiences declining health, questions regarding 

long term care arise, a discharge from a hospital or facility 

is imminent, end-of-life planning begins, and if family 

members can’t agree on caregiving. Difficult interpersonal 

relationships can muddy the waters at these times. By 

involving this type of third party professional to ‘steer the 

ship’ and work through unpleasant family situations families 

are able to maintain their own life balance. When close 

family members live far away, they are essential to oversee 

the daily care of the client. 

Additional services sometimes offered include safe 

proofing a senior’s home from assessment through to 

home modification coordination and execution. If a move 

is necessary a Navigator can assist with all the logistics 

of a move including arranging for the packing up of all 

belongings, estate sales and transferring the utilities. 

When looking for someone to assist in your or a loved 

one’s care turn to your doctor or health professional for 

a reference. Canvas your friends and acquaintances for 

personal recommendations. Once you find a few to 

consider, ask them for a client you can speak to regarding 

their experiences before you decide whom to engage. 

Most importantly, a caring and loving person who can 

make the needs and preferences of your loved one paramount 

is key. 

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If you would like to map a course for yourself or a loved one, call ANCHOR ADVOCACY at 912.433.4637 

or email kim@anchoradvocacy.com. Learn more at www.anchoradvocacy.com 13

Talking to Mom 

About an Assisted 

Living Residence 

Talking to Mom About Assisted Living 

Very few seniors want to leave the homes where 

they may have been living for decades, but as their 

age advances, the necessity of doing so may increase 

until the issue can no longer be ignored. Household 

matriarchs may be extremely reluctant to leave 

the family home and all of its associated memories. 

However, when it is time to have that heartfelt talk 

with mom, a few words of advice can help to alleviate 

any difficulties. 

Consider the Need 

The first step in talking to mom about a possible 

move to an assisted living residence, is to consider the 

need for it. Make a list of the pros and cons associated 

with moving. If the advantages are overwhelming, 

then the talk cannot be avoided. However, it is also 

necessary to consider what type of facility is required. 

Large, apartment-type buildings may be ideal, 

Savannah/Hilton Head 

Find Safe, Quality Living Options 

Call 912.373.0020 

but small, family-based facilities and nursing homes 

should also be considered. 

Ease Into the Topic 

Before initiating a deep discussion, it is helpful to 

nonchalantly bring up the idea a few times several 

months beforehand. This can take the form of a simple 

mention of other options after mom has experienced 

a difficult situation, but you will want to wait a day or 

two after an incident occurs. 

Timing is Important 

The best time to talk to mom about assisted living is 

when she is comfortable and her mind naturally takes 

her to some of the factors that are making her life sad, 

difficult or lonely. Gently bringing up the topic at such 

a time may be received as practical advice instead of 

as an attack. 

Discussion Ideas 

The discussion on moving can be helped if you can 

gather some information on her friends who are 

already in assisted living. Mom will be more receptive 

about visiting a center where she will have one or more 

instant friends. 

Other topics that may help in the discussion include a 

review of the safety features of assisted living and how 

much easier it is to upkeep the living space. Also, talk 

about the level of privacy in personal quarters and the 

social activities available in the public areas. 

Finally, give mom some time to consider the information 

you have given her. If she is still reluctant after a 

few days, ask for help from friends and family members. 

If the incidents prompting a discussion on assisted 

living are severe or if they occur frequently, a simple 

mention of moving should be upgraded to a suggestion 

about touring a facility. In non-emergency situations, 

you can take no for an answer the first few times. 

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Chuck Bongiovanni, MSW, MBA, CSA- CarePatrol

Senior 

Housing 

ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES 

BUCKINGHAM SOUTH 



912-355-5550 

SAVANNAH SQUARE 

See ad on front inside cover 

1 Savannah Square Drive, Savannah 

912-927-7550 

HABERSHAM HOUSE 



912-352-0070 

MARSH VIEW SENIOR LIVING 


7410 Skidaway Road, Savannah 

912-354-6185 

OAKS AT POOLER 


125 Southern Junction Boulevard, Pooler 

912-348-2360 

STATION EXCHANGE SENIOR CARE 


3205 TSX Grand Central, Richmond Hill 

912-445-2425 

SAVANNAH COMMONS 

See ad below 

One Peachtree Drive, Savannah 

912-927-0500 

WISTERIA GARDENS OF POOLER 


1384 S. Rogers Street, Pooler 

912-748-1420 

BRING YOUR LOVE FOR LIFE TO 

Savannah Commons is a full-service retirement community featuring independent, 

assisted and memory care living with spacious one & two bedroom apartments, custom 

dining services, daily activities, 24 hour concierge and chauffeured transportation give 

residents the maintenance-free customized lifestyle they deserve. 

One Peachtree Drive, Savannah ~ 912.927.0500 ~ www.savannahcommons.com 

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Senior 

Housing 

ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES 

MANOR HOUSE OF SAVANNAH 

249 Holland Drive, Savannah 

912-925-3445 

ST. MARYS COASTAL ASSISTED LIVING 


1020 McDowell Street, St. Marys 

912-882-4021 

INDEPENDENT LIVING COMMUNITIES 


See ad on front inside cover 


912-921-8002 

RIVER’S EDGE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY 

Independent Retirement Living & 

Supportive Services 

6206 Waters Avenue, Savannah 

912-354-6146 

INDEPENDENT LIVING COMMUNITIES 

CARE PATROL 


Better Senior Living Sources 

912-373-0020 

MEMORY CARE 

OAKS AT POOLER 

See Ad on Page 17 

125 Southern Junction Boulevard, Savannah 

912-348-2360 




912-445-2425 

SAVANNAH COMMONS 

See ad page 15 

One Peachtree Drive, Savannah 

912-927-0500 

Find out why so many doctors choose 

Wisteria Gardens of Pooler is the premiere CARF 

accredited personal care residence with a mission of 

focusing on the individual needs and quality of life of 

residents. This residential care home in the thriving 

Pooler community offers amenities and commons 

areas such as a media room, beauty salon/barber 

shop, Wi-Fi, housekeeping, laundry service and 

transportation. The goal of each day is to keep each 

person engaged and 

active. 

Come See Us! 

The Finest Assisted Living in Savannah! 

Around the Clock Nursing and Medical Care. 

Warm, Secure, Family-Oriented Environment. 

912-355-5550 • 5450 Abercorn St. Savannah 

1384 S. Rogers St ~Pooler, GA 

912.748.1420 

www.altrus.us 

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Senior 

Housing 

MEMORY CARE 

HABERSHAM HOUSE 



912-352-0070 


See ad on pag 4 


912-354-6185 

SAVANNAH BEACH HEALTH & REHAB 

Preserving More of Life’s Memories Each Day 

26 Van Horne Street, Tybee Island 

912-786-4511 

PLACEMENT SERVICES 

CARE PATROL 



912-373-0020 

REHABILITATION 

ABERCORN REHABILITATION CENTER 



912-925-4402 

THUNDERBOLT TRANSITIONAL CARE 

AND REHABILITATION 

Specializing in Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation 

3223 Falligant Avenue, Savannah 

912-691-2512 

OCEANSIDE HEALTH & REHAB 

Where Quality of Care Comes First 

7 Rosewood Avenue, Tybee Island 

912-786-4511 

RESPITE CARE - OUT OF HOME 




912-354-6185 

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Senior 

Housing 

SKILLED NURSING CARE 

BUCKINGHAM SOUTH 


5450 Abercorn St, Savannah 

912-355-5550 


See ad front inside cover 


912-927-7550 




912-925-4402 

THUNDERBOLT TRANSITIONAL CARE 

AND REHABILITATION 

Specializing in Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation 

3223 Falligant Avenue, Savannah 

912-691-2512 

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Mall 

Apache Ave. 

204 

Abercorn St. 

Middleground Rd. 

St. Joseph’s 

Hospital 

Willshire 

Estates 

ABERCORN 

REHABILITATION CENTER 

BERCORN 

AREHABILITATION CENTER 

Let Us Help You Craft 

Your Success Story 

Specializing in Physical, Occupational, 

and Speech Therapy 

Compassionate Nursing Care 

Outpatient Therapy 

Armstrong 

Atlantic State 

University 

BERCORN 

AREHABILITATION CENTER 

Call or stop by 

for a tour today! 

912-‐925-‐4402 

11800 Abercorn St Savannah, GA 31419 

www.abercornrehab.com 

 

 

 

 

 

Choosing the Road 

to Recovery... 

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In-Home 

Services 

FOOD DELIVERY 


Helping People Age Successfully since 1959 


912-236-0363 




912-354-8368 

HOME CARE (NON-MEDICAL) 

HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE 



912-355-0099 




912-445-2425 

In-Home Care Services You Can Trust 

All 

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SAME SAME 

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SAME 

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Serving South Carolina and Georgia 

912-239-4816 

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235-6001. 

our rehabilitation 

programs at 912 235-6001. 


an illness or injury, it’s important to 

know that Rehabilitation Hospital of 

Savannah offers the most advanced 

treatments and technologies when 

compared to skilled nursing facilities 

or subacute care. Our teams offer 

comprehensive rehabilitation 

programs for a wide range of 


• 24-hour registered nurses 

• Frequent physician* visits 

• At least three hours of therapy a day, 


• State-of-the-art technologies 

• Private rooms 

• Intense therapy programs to get you 


COASTAL HOME CARE, INC 


6600 Abercorn Street, Suite 100, Savannah 

912-354-3680 

GRISWOLD HOME CARE 

Licensed Non-Medical Senior Home Care 

6206 Waters Avenue, Unit 306, Savannah 

912-349-5264 

RIGHT AT HOME 

In-Home Personal Care Services 

340 Eisenhower Drive Suite 520, Savannah 

912-691-8752 


programs at 912 235-6001. 

*The hospital provides access to independent physicians. 

6510 Seawright Drive • Savannah, GA 31406 • 800 622-7269 

rehabilitationhospitalsavannah.com 


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Companion, Personal & Skilled Nursing Care 

Proudly Serving Savannah & Surrounding Areas 

912-355-1121 









912-236-0363 

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Enhancing each client’s quality of life, enabling them to 

remain in the comfort of their own home with assistance 

of well-trained and compassionate caregivers. 

HOME HEALTH (MEDICAL) 

NIGHTINGALE HOME CARE INC. 


7505 Waters Ave, Savannah 

912-200-3461 

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• Companionship Care 

• Personal Care Services 

• Respite Care 

Brian & Kimberly Smith 

Veteran Owned Business 

Visit our website today! 

“Designed to care, inspired to serve” 

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107 Southern Boulevard, Suite 203, Savannah 

912-354-3727 




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In-Home 

Services 

HOME HEALTH (MEDICAL) 

SUNCREST HOME HEALTH 

Medicare Based Skilled Care At Home 

4307 Ogeechee Road Suite 107, Savannah 

912-354-7984 

HOME SAFETY 

TRIPP BROTHERS NON SLIP FLOOR 


115 Spring Meadow Drive, Bluffton 

561-358-0435 

LOWCOUNTRY WALK-IN TUBS 


843-645-2900 

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AT HOME 

CLEAR CAPTIONS 

Free Captioning Phone for Those with Hearing Loss 

912-328-9793 

PALLIATIVE CARE 

COMPASSUS HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE 


310 Commercial Drive, Savannah 

912-354-3727 

RESPITE CARE-IN HOME 




912-355-2289 

COASTAL HOME CARE, INC 


6600 Abercorn Street, Suite 100, Savannah 

912-354-3680 

HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE 



912-355-0099 

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Supporting Independence & Peace of Mind 

Home Health vs. Home Care 

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 

55 million Americans will be age 65 or older in 

just three years. Most of these individuals will 

be unable to care for themselves at some point 

without assistance, and almost all want to age 

in place. 

Aging in place usually means that in-home 

care service is used to assist individuals with 

their activities of daily living. Home care, 

however, is not the same as home health care, 

and the payer sources are very different. 

Whereas home health is primarily physicianordered 

skilled care that is paid for by Medicare 

following a hospitalization, home care is typically 

a non-skilled service that provides basic 

personal support to individuals in their own 

home. It serves as an alternative or may help 

delay having to move into a nursing home. 

Home care aides provide assistance with 

activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, 

meal preparation and eating, transportation 

to appointments, errand-running, and light 

housekeeping. 

The cost of home care is not covered by 

Medicare or through traditional health insurance. 

Instead, home care is funded by families, 

long-term care policies, Veteran’s Administrations 

programs, or through Medicaid Waiver 

programs designed to help older adults and 

individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities 

receive services in the community. 

Georgia natives living and working out of Savannah, 

the leaders of Coastal Home Care, Inc. 

are proud to have been pioneers in the home 

care industry. They continue to set the standard 

for excellence in care and innovation in service 

delivery. 

With decades of history and experience, 

Coastal Home Care is a first stop for individuals 

wishing to age in place and their loved ones 

who are making decisions. “We help families 

sort through the wide range of aging care 

options, making recommendations that meet 

individual needs and budgets,” says Martin 

Miller, CEO and founder of Coastal Home Care. 

For more information, please visit www.CoastalHomeCare.us or call 912.354.3680 or 800.617.1126 

GEORGIA GROWN AND OWNED SINCE 1978 

www.CoastalHomeCare.us 

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Take the Next Step with Healthy Eating Planner 

Trying to be healthier or get your weight under control? Use 

the Healthy Eating Planner online tool to access your eating 

and activity, set a goal and make a plan for improvement. 

HealthyEating.org/Plan 

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Health 

Services 

ADULT DAY CARE 

GEORGIA INFIRMARY ADULT DAY HEALTH 

Open M-F, Medicaid and Private Pay Options 


912-819-1500 




912-236-0363 

SOUTHERN HELPERS 



912-239-4816 

AUDIOLOGISTS & HEARING AIDS 

SOUTHEAST HEARING 

See ad below 

315 Johnny Mercer Blvd., Savannah 

912-239-4103 

CARE MANAGEMENT & PERSONAL 

ADVOCACY 

CARE PATROL 



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ANCHOR ADVOCACY & CONSULTING GROUP 

Sea ad on pages 12, 13 

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Trust our experts to help 

determine the best solution for you! 

• Free hearing evaluations 

• Free lifetime cleanings 

• We service all makes and models 

of hearing aids! 

OUR GUARANTEE: 

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Hearing Instrument Specialist 

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UTHEAST 

HEARING 

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315 Johnny Mercer Boulevard, Suite D 

Wilmington Island (Savannah), GA 31410 

We accept most insurances, 

call today and we’ll check your benefits! 

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Health 

Services 

HEALTH AND WELLNESS 

NIGHTINGALE HOME CARE INC. 



912-200-3461 

COOL SCULPTING ® BY COOL BODY CONTOURING 

FDA Cleared Fat Removal for Good 

9100 White Bluff Road, Suite 405, Savannah 

912-200-6000 

HOSPICE CARE 

PRUITT HEALTH HOSPICE 


9100 White Bluff Road, Suite 303, Savannah 

912-925-9183 

COMPASSUS- HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE 


107 Southern Boulevard, Suite 203, Savannah 

912-354-3727 

HOSPICE CARE 

4FRONT HEALTHCARE 

7505 Waters Ave. F8, Savannah 

912-493-9438 




912-355-2289 

HOSPITALS & MEDICAL CENTERS 

MEMORIAL HEALTH 



912-350-8000 

REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF SAVANNAH 

An affiliate of Healthsouth 

See ad on back cover and on pages 28-29 

6510 Seawright Drive, Savannah 

912-235-6001 

ST. JOSEPH’S HOSPITAL 

11705 Mercy Boulevard, Savannah 

912-819-4100 

When you care enough for your 

loved one to choose the best… 

…choose Hospice Savannah 

CANDLER HOSPITAL 

5353 Reynold Street, Savannah 

912-819-6000 

LANDMARK HOSPITAL 

800 East 68th Street, Savannah 

912-298-1000 

SOUTHEAST GEORGIA HEALTH SYSTEM 

BRUNSWICK CAMPUS 

2415 Parkwood Drive, Brunswick 

912-466-7000 

Photo by Diane Fulmer 

912.355.2289 

www.HospiceSavannahHelps.org 

The only hospice to have earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of 

Approval® ensuring the quality and safety of your loved one’s care 

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Health 

Services 

NEPHROLOGY 

NEPHROLOGY & HYPERTENSION 

MEDICAL ASSOCIATES 


1115 Lexington Avenue, Savannah 

912-354-4813 

OPHTHALMOLOGY 

SCHULZE EYE & SURGERY CENTER 



912-352-3120 

PAIN MANAGEMENT 

SOUTHEAST SPINE CARE & PAIN 

MANAGEMENT - ORTELIO BOSCH, MD 

Voted Best Pain Management Specialist 2016 


912-233-6811 

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PHARMACIES 

POOLER PHARMACY 

The Medicine You Need & The Service You Love 

990 Pine Barren Rd Suite 102, Pooler 

912-348-4420 

LO COST PHARMACY 

Immunization - Delivery -Bubble Packing 

612 E. 69th Street, Savannah 

912-352-0375 

VILLAGE WALK PHARMACY 

Compounding - Delivery - Compliance Packaging 

1 Skidaway Village Walk, Savannah 

912-598-8669 

PHYSICIANS 

PRUITT HEALTH SAVANNAH 

See ad below 

12825 White Bluff Road, Savannah 

912-927-9416 

Committed to Caring 

in Our Community 

Our care team includes physicians, nurses, 

certified nursing assistants, dieticians, 

pharmacists, social and activities personnel 

and so many more. When we care for you, you 

become part of our PruittHealth family. 

Your Choice for 

Outstanding Care. 

We provide an array of patient & family 

support services to include specialized 

bereavement program, access to local support 

resources andpersonalized plans tailored to 

each patient’s specific needs. 

12825 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31419 

Phone: 912-927-9416 Fax 912-927-0701 

9100 White Bluff Road, Suite 303, Savannah, 31602 

PHONE: 912-925-9183 FAX 912-925-9340 

PruittHealth.com 

The PruittHealth Organization complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. 

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Making the Right Choice for Your Rehabilitation 

After a stroke, brain injury or other traumatic 

event such as a hip fracture, where you go for rehabilitation 

can make a difference in your ability 

to return home and back to your prior level 

of function. With so many different kinds of 

healthcare facilities, the below tips can help 

you compare availability of services, personnel, 

approach to delivery of patient care and patient 

outcomes, and find rehabilitative care that best 

meets the needs for you or your loved one. 

Do your research: Selecting a rehabilitation 

provider is like choosing your doctors; you want 

the best care possible for you or your loved one. 

Many facilities offer rehabilitation services but 

the quality, experience and comprehensive 

nature of these services can vary significantly. 

Don’t assume all therapists are the same: 

Therapists may be required to study the same 

information and abide by the same rules and 

guidelines, but a good therapist offers more than 

just textbook solutions. At HealthSouth, therapists 

are experienced in providing rehabilitation 

for many conditions including stroke, spinal cord, 

amputee, neurological and more. Our therapists 

are also skilled to help patients relearn the skills 

needed to return to the community. 

Rehabilitation facilities and nursing homes 

are different: Research shows that outcomes 

are better and recovery is faster in the acute-care 

setting, compared to skilled nursing and nursing 

home care. But, there are various types of rehabilitation 

providers, each offering different levels 

of care. Determining the best option is dependent 

upon the patient’s condition. Ultimately, the 

provider chosen should strive to help you or your 

loved one achieve the highest level of independence 

possible. 

Don’t be afraid to ask questions: When the 

doctor or insurance company makes a recommendation, 

ask questions to ensure the provider 

and staff will meet the rehabilitation needs of 

you or your loved one. To ensure you’re making 

the ‘right’ decision, you can ask the following 

questions: 

• How often does the doctor visit with patients 

and what type of access will family members 

have to the doctor or staff? In a true rehabilitation 

hospital, a doctor visits with patients five to 

six times per week, opposed to a skilled nursing 

facility where doctors are only required to visit 

once every 30 days. 

• How long do most people stay and who decides 

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when it’s time to go home? Every situation requires 

a different amount of rehabilitation time 

and a patient shouldn’t leave until their progress 

has been fully evaluated by their entire rehabilitation 

team. 

• How many patients (who have the same/similar 

condition) have been successfully treated? 

This is an important question because not all 

facilities can handle every situation. It is acceptable 

to ask for the phone number of the specialists 

and ask questions about their methods of 

treatments and daily routines. Ask them how 

many hours of therapy patients typically go 

through a day. 

• How many patients return home after discharge, 

opposed to going to a nursing home? 

This varies by condition. 

• What type of educational and weekend programs 

are available? Many HealthSouth rehabilitation 

hospitals offer support groups and other 

resources. 

Take a tour: Before you make a decision, 

make an appointment to take a tour of the hospital. 

Look for cleanliness, smell for odors and 

ask to see therapy areas and equipment. 

Do the comparison: Make sure to compare 

the years of service, specialty programs, patient 

satisfaction, national clinical ratings and patient 

clinical outcomes among facilities. 

Taking these steps in choosing the right rehabilitation 

can make a huge difference in a 

patient’s recovery. 

When it comes to finding the best rehabilitation 

services, be sure that you understand the 

differences in your rehabilitation options. 

For more information, contact: 

The Rehabilitation Hospital of Savannah, 

an Affiliate of HealthSouth at 912-235-6001 

or visit the web site at: 

rehabilitationhospitalsavannah.com. 

Rehabilitation Hospital 

of Savannah 

An Affiliate of HealthSouth 

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Health 

Services 

PHYSICIANS 




1115 Lexington Ave, Savannah 

912-354-4813 

PHYSICAL THERAPY/ 



An Affiliate of Healthsouth 



912-235-6001 

BENCHMARK PHYSICAL THERAPY 


119 Canal St. Suite 104, Pooler 

912-330-8444 





60 Exchange St. Suite 4B, Richmond Hill 

912-459-0072 



1800 East Victory Drive, Suite 4A, Savannah 

912-236-7020 



7805 Abercorn St. Suite 21, Savannah 

912-356-3559 




912-925-4402 

Urgent Medical Care You Can Trust. 

Walk-Ins Welcome 7 Days a Week 

SAVANNAH 

361 Commercial Dr. 

912-355-6221 

POOLER 

107 Canal St. 

912-450-1945 

www.getIMMEDIATEcare.com 

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Experience 

Healthcare 

Excellence. 

Memorial Health, located in midtown Savannah, is the most 

comprehensive medical center in southeast Georgia. We offer 

the region’s onlyLevel 1 trauma center, the only children’s 

hospital, the only Level III neonatal intensive care nursery, 

cancer care, cardiovascular care, stroke care, surgical services, 

and an emergency department that serves more than 100,000 

people per year. When you need leading-edge medical care, 

we’re here for you. Experience Excellence. Memorial Health. 

912-350-8000 memorialhealth.com 

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NEPHROLOGY Nephrology is the study of kidney function, kidney problems, the treatment of kidney 

problems, and renal replacement therapy (dialysis and kidney transplantation). Patients are seen by a physician 

specializing in nephrology for various reasons such as: acute renal failure, chronic kidney disease, hematuria, 

proteinuria, kidney stones, hypertension, and disorders of acid/base or electrolytes. 

HYPERTENSION Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a chronic medical condition in which blood pressure 

in the arteries is elevated. Blood pressure is made up of two measurements, systolic and diastolic, which 

depend on whether the heart muscle is contracting (systole) or relaxed between beats (diastole). 

Hypertension puts strain on the heart, leading to hypertensive heart disease and coronary artery disease. 

Hypertension is a major risk factor for stroke, aneurysms of the arteries, peripheral arterial disease, and 

chronic kidney disease. 

Nephrology & Hypertension Medical Associates, P.C. is a full service, privately owned and operated practice. 

Since 1969, their focus and specialty has been the evaluation and treatment of patients with kidney related 

disease and hypertension. While services do include hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, renal transplant referrals, 

and care following transplantation, the primary goal is to provide patients and their families with the finest care 

to enhance health and improve the quality of life, be addressing their chronic kidney disease problems before 

these services are needed. 

OFFICE LOCATIONS 

SAVANNAH: 1115 Lexington Avenue Savannah, GA 31404 (912) 354-4813 

BLUFFTON: 16 Okatie Center Blvd, Suite 100 Okatie, SC 29909 (843) 706-9955 

BEAUFORT: 16 Kemmerlin Lane Beaufort, SC 29907 (843) 524-2002 

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www.TheKidneyDocs.com

Health 

Services 






1115 Lexington Ave, Savannah 

912-354-4813 

REHABILITATION HOSPITALS 


An Affiliate of Healthsouth 



912-235-6001 

URGENT CARE CLINICS 

ST. JOSEPH’S CANDLER IMMEDIATE CARE 


361 Commercial Drive, Savannah 

912-355-6221 

ST. JOSEPH’S CANDLER IMMEDIATE CARE 


107 Canal Street, Pooler 

912-450-1945 

VISION CARE 

GEORGIA EYE INSTITUTE 



912-354-4800 

SCHULZE EYE & SURGERY CENTER 



912-352-3120 

UROLOGY 

UROLOGICAL ASSOCIATES OF SAVANNAH 

With 11 Urology Physician Specialists 

230 East DeRenne Avenue, Savannah 

912-790-4000 

Don’t let pain or injury 

hold you back. 

Talk to the licensed physical therapists at your 

local BenchMark about how we can help you 

move better and feel better, faster! 

Pooler (912) 330-8444 • Richmond Hill (912) 459-0072 

Savannah – Southside (912) 356-3559 • Savannah – Victory (912) 236-7020 

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OUR FOCUS. 

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Retinal Disease Management | Glasses & Contacts 

Corneal Disease Managment 

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Historic River Street Shops 

Savannah, GA 

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Ways To Avoid Kidney Disease 

Get a Primary Care Physician: Everyone needs a primary care physician,” 

says Dr. Coleman. “They are the captain of the ship of your body.” 

She recommends patients see them at minimum once per year, or as often 

as the physician recommends. Make sure the PCP performs a physical 

exam, runs a metabolic blood profile and a urinalysis showing creatinine 

levels once per year. Creatinine is the number doctors use to see how 

well the kidneys are working. When your kidneys aren’t functioning 

properly, creatinine can accumulate in your body. A urinalysis will also 

help see if damage is being done to your kidneys. 

Exercise: Keep active and exercise. Movement stimulates the body and 

helps all organs do what they were made to do. Dr. Coleman recommends 

30 minutes of exercise a minimum of three times per week under 

the supervision of a PCP. Exercise will also help improve muscle function 

and sleep, which will in turn benefit kidney function. Even moderate 

exercise such as walking will improve one’s overall quality of health. 

Water, Water, Water: “Drink lots of water,” says Dr. Coleman. Water 

flushes the toxins from the kidneys and keeps your entire body hydrated. 

“You want to keep flushing toxins out of your body. The best way to do that is with lots of water,” she says. 

Those living in the Lowcountry should be extra careful to drink enough water, as they can lose hydration easily 

through daily activity. 

Control Blood Pressure: Uncontrolled high blood pressure is the leading cause of kidney disease. Monitor 

your blood pressure. Try to keep your top number (systolic) below 130; your diastolic number (bottom) below 

80. Salt is an enemy. It raises blood pressure and puts unneeded stress on your kidneys. 

Avoid Preserved Meats: Preserved meats such as lunch meat, bacon, pepperoni and red meat are high in 

uric acid and salt, which are hard on kidney function and also causes painful gout. 

Control Bad Cholesterol: Total cholesterol should be less than 200 mg. Good cholesterol should be above 

50. Limit dining out, especially fast foods. It is suggested one eat more high antioxidant foods such as colorful 

fruits and vegetables, legumes, nuts and low or non-fat dairy products. 

Avoid Cigarettes: Smoking affects your entire body, including your kidneys. Smoking can also interfere with 

medications used to treat high blood pressure. 

Control Your Blood Sugar: Try to keep blood sugar levels (A1C) less than 7 percent. Uncontrolled diabetes 

accelerates loss of kidney function. It is suggested people try to consume high-fiber/low-sugar foods. 

OFFICE LOCATIONS 

SAVANNAH: 1115 Lexington Avenue Savannah, GA 31404 (912) 354-4813 

BLUFFTON: 16 Okatie Center Blvd, Suite 100 Okatie, SC 29909 (843) 706-9955 

BEAUFORT: 16 Kemmerlin Lane Beaufort, SC 29907 (843) 524-2002 

www.TheKidneyDocs.com 

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Professional 

Services 

ATTORNEYS: ELDER LAW & 

ESTATE PLANNING 

J.L. WILLIAMSON LAW GROUP LLC 

See ad on page 38-39 

6605 Abercorn Street, Stuite 113, Savannah 

912-489-5573 

HEALTH INSURANCE & MEDICINE 

RUBNITZ AND ASSOCIATES INC. 

Your Local Resource for Medicare Health & Drug Plans 

117 Ogelthorpe Professional Court Suite 6, Savannah 

912-352-0820 

THE EDGAR GROUP 

Low Country’s Choice for Health, Life and Disability 

4831 Augusta Road Suite E, Savannah 

912-335-7506 

HOME SAFETY 

TRIPP BROTHERS NON SLIP FLOOR 

See ad on pag 36 

115 Spring Meadow Drive, Bluffton 

561-358-0435 

LOWCOUNTRY WALK-IN TUBS 


843-645-2900 

LONG TERM CARE & 

LIFE INSURANCE 

MASS MUTUAL FINANCIAL SERVICES 

LISA BATES 


7393 Hodgson Memorial Drive 

912-629-2260 

REVERSE MORTGAGE AND 

HOME FINANCING 

COASTAL STATES BANK 


532 Stephenson Avenue, Suite 101, Savannah 

912-662-7553 

OPEN MORTGAGE, LLC/ DON DAVIS 

Licensed Reverse Mortgage Specialist NMLS #900952 

7 Palmetto Way, Bluffton SC 

843-368-5535 

VETERANS UNITED HOME LOANS 

Your Local VA Loan Experts 


912-335-8591 

RETIREMENT PRE-PLANNING 

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL 

JOHN H. KINGSTON JR. 


617 Stephenson Avenue, Savannah 

912-345-5516 

CHARLES SCHWAB AND COMPANY 

MICHAEL THAMES 

Local Investment and Financial Planning 

7150 Hodgson Memorial Drive Suite B, Savannah 

912-652-6473 

VETERAN SERVICES 

VETERANS UNITED HOME LOANS 

Your Local VA Loan Experts 


912-335-8591 

REAL ESTATE SERVICES 

(HOME BUYING & SELLING) 

SUSAN BASILE, 

KELLER WILLIAMS REAL ESTATE 


Seniors Real Estate Specialist 

843-620-2535 

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The New Focus of 

Modern Estate Planning 

38 

While estate tax planning is still of primary 

concern to some, the new catalyst for estate 

planning is long-term care costs. And 

for those in the middle class, failure to plan 

for the inevitable and exorbitant costs of 

long-term care can result in much more 

devastating consequences than even the 

most draconian estate tax regime. 

Many people are under the false assumption 

that Medicare will pay their long-term 

care expenses. That is false! If you or your 

parents require assisted living or nursing 

home care, you have only three options: 

privately pay for these services; hope 

the long-term care insurance you’ve purchased, 

if any, will pay for these services; or 

try to qualify for Medicaid. 

Depending upon your age, purchasing 

long-term care insurance may not be a 

viable option — though it is still something 

to strongly consider if you can afford it. If 

long-term care insurance is not an option, 

that leaves only two other options: paying 

from personal funds or qualifying for 

Medicaid. Currently, the average cost of a 

nursing home in Georgia is approximately 

$6,500 per month. At that rate, it won’t take 

long for the wealth you’ve accumulated 

over your lifetime to be consumed. 

Is there a way to protect your assets from 

being devoured? Some of you reading this 

article may own assets that have been in 

your family for generations. Will you have 

to sell those assets to pay for your nurs-

ing home costs? Maybe not, if you properly 

structure your estate plan to account for 

impending long-term care needs. 

A properly structured irrevocable trust will 

help protect what you have worked so hard 

to build and keep. These types of trusts 

differ, in several important respects, from 

standard revocable trusts that you may 

have incorporated into your estate planning 

strategy. First, these trusts must be irrevocable 

— meaning that, outside of certain 

special circumstances, the terms of these 

trusts cannot be changed. Second, the persons 

creating these trusts (the grantors) 

should not serve as trustees of these trusts. 

Although Grantors must relinquish some 

control of the assets inside these trusts, 

they can reserve income rights to the property 

inside these trusts. For example, if you 

have a piece of property, such as farmland, 

that you want to protect but rely on lease 

payments or timber sales from the land to 

pay your living expenses, it is possible to 

put the farmland inside one of these special 

trusts but require that all income from the 

land be paid back to you. 

Additionally, many of these trusts contain 

the power, exercised in the grantors’ wills, 

to change the ultimate beneficiaries of the 

trust. This is known as a special power of 

appointment. By retaining this power, you 

can ensure that the assets inside the trust 

will receive a basis adjusted to fair market 

value when those assets are distributed 

after the death of the grantors. This is 

important if any capital assets such as 

stocks, bonds, or real estate are inside the 

trust because it can greatly reduce the 

amount of capital gains taxes the beneficiaries 

will have to pay when those assets are 

later sold. Such tax savings are not available 

with outright gifts, and that is a significant 

reason why this type of planning is far superior 

to gifting assets outright to children. 

Many of these trusts that we draft contain 

“trust protector” provisions. These provisions 

provide for the appointment of someone 

who can amend the trust, even though 

it is irrevocable, to comply with unforeseen 

changes in the tax law, the trust code, or 

the Medicaid rules. Having a trust protector 

provides for maximum flexibility in trust 

administration and can also be used to 

resolve disputes among beneficiaries, 

thereby avoiding a potentially costly and 

lengthy court battle. 

A carefully drafted irrevocable trust 

can add significant tax and nontax benefits 

to your overall estate plan, yet these 

types of trusts are, in the author’s humble 

opinion, underutilized. As with any estate 

planning technique, it is important to carefully 

review your particular circumstances with 

an expert estate-planning attorney before 

deciding whether one of these types of 

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“I’m your SRES ® !” Article Provided by: Susan Basile REALTOR ® SRES ® KW (843) 620-2535

How to Prepare Financially for a Longer Life 

Provided By: John Heddens Kingston Jr, Northwestern Mutual 

If you ask people, many of them will tell you that they are not afraid of dying so much as they 

may be afraid of outliving your resources. No one looks forward to the time when you can no 

longer care for yourself. When that time comes, your ability to live as good a life as physically 

possible will depend on what preparations you make today. Exercise, eat right, stay mentally fit 

and financially prepared. 

Long-term care can be expensive and costs 

can quickly impact a person’s financial security. 

People are living longer, which increases the odds 

of developing a chronic illness that could require 

on-going care. If the day comes that you are unable 

to do basic things, such as dressing yourself, 

getting in and out of bed, eating a meal or going 

to the bathroom alone, you will need to be prepared 

for the costs of paying professional 

caregivers for the help you need. 

As health care costs escalate, an increasing 

number of people are protecting themselves by 

planning for long-term care. Though Medicare 

covers skilled care for acute conditions such as 

heart attacks and broken bones, in general, it does 

not cover the custodial care required for chronic 

medical conditions. 

When making your plans for a secure retirement, it’s also important to consider long-term care 

needs as a way of helping to protect your assets so they aren’t exhausted by possible extended-care 

costs. By planning ahead, you can help maintain your independence and help ensure you have 

financial security to live your life your way. 

There are quite a few factors to consider when planning for long-term care. For this reason, it’s 

important to work with a financial professional who understands your needs, and who can design 

a plan that will meet those needs at a cost you can afford. Specifically, look for a financial professional 

who is supported by a well-established company with a solid history of strength and 

stability. A company that is well-positioned to deliver long-term value and will be there when 

you need it most. 

The right long-term care 

plan can provide you with 

options on how you receive 

the care you need and where. 

It gives you choices about 

how your final years are 

lived and where. And maybe, 

with such a plan can help 

reduce the fear of outliving 

your resources. 

Article prepared by Northwestern Mutual with the cooperation of John Heddens Kingston Jr. 

John Heddens Kingston Jr is a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual based in Savannah, GA. 

John Heddens Kingston Jr is a licensed insurance agent. 

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance 

Company (NM), Milwaukee, WI, and its subsidiaries. To contact John Heddens Kingston Jr, 

please call (912) 354-5516 or email at john.kingston@nm.com. 

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Mortgage Solutions 

The Mortgage Originators at Homeowners Mortgage, a subsidiary of 

CoastalStates Bank, work with you to offer local solutions to meet virtually 

any local mortgage need. Call us soon. Like you, we’re local. And proud of it. 

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having done the “reverse” and am working toward a healthy future 

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A way to help reach financial stability could be to access a portion of the equity you have built 

into your home through a Reverse Mortgage loan. 

Requirements include: 

• Reverse Mortgage loan must be on a primary residence (not a vacation or rental property) 

• Homeowners must be at least 62 

• Credit and verification of Income will be part of the application process review 

• Any outstanding debt against the property must be paid off with proceeds from 

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A Reverse Mortgage loan has no repayment schedule so there are no monthly payments 

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Before an application will be taken, homeowners are required to contact a HUD-Approved 

Counseling Agency. This appointment may be in person or by phone. 

Many loan options are available, so please contact or visit your local Reverse Mortgage 

Specialist. 

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Savannah’s carriage tours offer a number of options 

for guests to see the many sites of Savannah. Tour 

options include the Historic Savannah Tour, Wedding 

Carriages, Ghost Stories of Savannah and the 

Cobblestone Classic Private Carriage. Special weekby 

Anne Brophy Chetwynd 

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Each year Savannah attracts millions of visitors, 

who enjoy strolling past the city’s architecture and 

historic buildings ...the city is one of the largest historic 

landmarks in the country. A walk through the cobblestone 

streets in historic downtown will take you past 

antebellum homes and many public parks. Charming 

Savannah is the picture of hospitality, thanks to its 

architecture and oak-lined streets. 

With the wealth brought to Savannah by cotton in 

the 1800s, residents built lavish homes and churches 

throughout the city. Many of the world’s cotton prices 

were set on the steps of the Savannah Cotton 

Exchange, and the building is still in existence 

today. Factors Walk, the original site for the Cotton 

Exchange, is one of Savannah’s historic downtown 

sites. Factors Row and Factors Walk are located on 

a bluff just above the River. Factors Row is a unique 

collection of red brick buildings, formerly a center of 

commerce for Savannah’s cotton factors, or brokers. 

These vast brick buildings rise two or three stores 

above the bluff and descend for three or more stories 

to the river front. The topside contained the offices of 

the cotton brokers. The bottom floors on River Street 

were used as warehouses. A series of iron and concrete 

walkways, known as Factors Walk, connected 

the buildings to the bluff. The buildings on Bay Street 

have been renovated into antique shops, historic inns 

and offices. The old cotton warehouses on River Street 

have been converted into pubs, restaurants and 

specialty shops. 

Today, the refined city combines old southern 

charm, romance and history with energy and progressiveness. 

The prestigious Savannah College of Art & 

Design (SCAD) keeps the city young and has fostered 

a lively art scene. Art galleries throughout the city 

showcase both local and national talent. The bustling 

downtown also offers a host of shopping boutiques 

and quality restaurants. 

Old Town Trolley Tours brought the ON/OFF tour 

concept to Savannah nearly 20 years ago. Today, 

more than half of the guests who choose to tour this 

beautiful city do so in an Orange and Green Old Town 

Trolley. They are also the only tour company to be 

endorsed by the Historic Savannah Foundation and 

are proud to boast the only environmentally friendly 

fleet in the city. The majority of their trolley fleet runs 

on clean burning propane!

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end evening tours include a visit to the Juliette Gordon 

Low House, founder of the Girl Scouts, and Savannah’s 

first National landmark. Savannah’s original ghost tour 

offers regular nightly tours through the historic squares 

of the city, where guests can hear the legends that lie 

beneath the haunting tales of Savannah. Savannah is 

known for its ghosts, but it’s hard to be frightened while 

traveling with a group of giddy and in some cases tipsy 

tourists on a Saturday night! 

Savannah has river cruises for dinner and lunch … 

for gospel music, for murder mysteries, and moonlight 

cruises and Sunday Brunch. Take in the sights on the 

Savannah River Queen, a patriotic 600-passenger vessel 

with three expansive decks. On a one-hour sightseeing 

cruise, the ship’s captain shares the stories and littleknown 

facts about the port city and its southern waterway. 

At night, the crew prepares for its special dinner 

cruises … a romantic sail around the city complete with 

cocktails, a gourmet spread and live music. 

Savannah’s River Front travels through the historic 

district and offers shopping, lodging and dining in 

charming surroundings. Visitors can walk the cobblestone 

street from end to end and visit candy shops, art 

galleries, gift stores, eateries and antique shops. If you 

are lucky enough to be there during one of the many 

festivals and celebrations along the river, you will get a 

special treat. When you return from your walk or tour, 

visit the City Market and you’ll find local flavor in shopping, 

eating, and an old Savannah favorite….drinking! 

Be sure to visit one of the country’s most popular 

vacation spots … Savannah’s beauty is rivaled only by 

the city’s reputation for hospitality. 

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Daily from Mar–Nov PLUS Dec 26-31 

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NARRATED HARBOR 

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NOW offered Daily 

1 p.m. lasts 1.5 hours 

Saturdays in Mar | Mon–Sat from Apr–Oct 

(reservations required) 

SUNDAY BRUNCH CRUISE 

1 p.m. lasts 1.5 hours 

Sundays from March – October 

(reservations required) 

Evening Cruises 

DINNER ENTERTAINMENT CRUISE 

7 p.m. year-round lasts 2 hours 

(call for schedule) 

MONDAY GOSPEL DINNER CRUISE 

7 p.m. from Apr–Oct lasts 2 hours 

Holiday Gospel – Dec. 1, 8 & 15 

(advance reservations required) 

NEW! SUNSET CRUISE 

7 p.m. lasts 2 hours 

Daily from April – October 

(based on availability) 

MOONLIGHT 

ENTERTAINMENT CRUISE 

9:30 p.m. lasts 1.5 hours 

Saturday nights from Mar– Oct 

Holiday Cruise 

Information 

YES, we are open on the holidays! 

Relax and let Savannah Riverboat 

Cruises do all the work for you on 

these special days: 

• Valentine’s Day • Easter 

• Mother’s Day • Father’s Day 

• 4th of July • Thanksgiving 

• Christmas Eve • New Year’s Eve 

Celebrations & group events are our 

specialties! Join us on board for a 

retirement party, reunion and more! 

Please call group sales for more 

information. 

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What Services 

Does Medicaid 

Cover? 

It’s always a good idea to ask your doctor or pharmacist whether Medicaid covers the specific 

service or item you need. There are some limits to these services, and some may require you or your 

doctor to get permission first. (This is called prior approval.) Following are basic Medicaid services. 

Additional services are offered by each of the waiver programs. Your caseworker can provide more 

information about other available services. 

In general, Medicaid covers these services: 

aDoctors’ and nurses’ office visits (when you visit a doctor or nurse for check-ups, lab tests, 

exams or treatment) 

a Prescription drugs 

a Inpatient hospital services (room and board, drugs, lab tests and other services when you have 

to stay in the hospital) 

a Outpatient hospital services (services you receive in a hospital, even though you do not stay in 

the hospital overnight) 

a Nursing facilities (nursing homes) ν Emergency ambulance services 

Medicaid Waiver Programs in Georgia 

a Non-emergency transportation (to get to and from medical appointments if you don’t have any 

other means of transportation) 

a Medical equipment and supplies prescribed by a doctor for use in your home (such as wheel 

chairs, crutches or walkers) 

a Home health services ordered by a doctor and received in your home (such as part-time 

nursing, physical therapy or home health aides) 

a Hospice care services provided by a Medicaid hospice provider Some other services covered by 

Medicaid include: 

a Case management ν Diagnostic, screening and preventive services 

a Laboratory services V Behavioral or community 

mental health services 

a Orthotics and prosthetics (artificial limbs and 

replacement devices) 

a Podiatry services 

a Therapy services (physical, occupational and 

speech) ν County Public Health Departments 

a Dialysis and services for end-stage renal 

(kidney) disease 

HOME AND COMMUNITY SERVICES: WHAT’S NOT COVERED? 

Some services are not usually covered by Medicaid. These include: private duty nursing, services 

given by a relative or member of your household, cosmetic surgery, disposables (such as adult 

diapers or bandages), experimental items and chiropractic services among others. 

If you’re not sure what Medicaid covers, ask your provider or call 

Coastal Regional Commission of Georgia 800-580-6860 

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It was 2:30 a.m. when Theresa Bayman got the call. Police had pulled over a man in a black truck 

on U.S. Highway 17 in Savannah with no lights on. He told police he couldn’t figure out how to get 

home and It was he couldn’t 2:30 a.m. remember when Theresa his last name Bayman or address. got the The call. police Police officers had took pulled him over to the a man in a black truc 

hospital on and U.S. called Highway the Alzheimer’s 17 in Savannah Association’s with Program no lights Director on. He in told Savannah police for he help. couldn’t figure out how to ge 

home and he couldn’t remember his last name or address. The police officers took him to the 

With her expertise in communicating with people with dementia, Bayman was able to discern the 

hospital and called the Alzheimer’s Association’s Program Director in Savannah for help. 

man’s last name. She then submitted it to the national Alzheimer’s Association’s database and 

found an address. When she and the police took the man home, his wife revealed that he had 

been missing With her for expertise three days in unreported. communicating With her with husband people only with in his dementia, early 50s, Bayman she never was able to discern the 

suspected man’s dementia. last name. She then submitted it to the national Alzheimer’s Association’s database and 

found an address. When she and the police took the man home, his wife revealed that he had 

Bayman been was missing able to provide for three the days wife with unreported. information With about her dementia. husband And only she in told his her early about 50s, the she never 

Alzheimer’s suspected Association’s dementia. MedicAlert/Safe Return 24/7 emergency response system that provides 

critical assistance if a person with dementia has wandered, gotten lost or has a medical 

emergency. Bayman also told the wife that the association could provide a scholarship for the 

enrollment 

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Coastal Alzheimer’s Georgia Office Association’s in Savannah MedicAlert/Safe and enrolled her husband. Return 24/7 He now emergency wears an ID response bracelet that system that provide 

identifies critical him as assistance someone with if a dementia person with and dementia gives personalized has wandered, information gotten and the lost toll-free or has a medical 

number emergency. for the 24-hour Bayman MedicAlert also emergency told the wife response that the line. association could provide a scholarship for the 

enrollment fee thanks to a grant. The next day, the wife came into the Alzheimer’s Association’s 

Studies Coastal show that Georgia six out of Office 10 people in Savannah with Alzheimer’s and enrolled will wander her husband. become He lost. now Most wears are an ID bracelet tha 

repeat identifies wanderers. him With as MedicAlert someone + with Safe dementia Return, the and Alzheimer’s gives personalized Association has information a 95% success and the toll-free 

rate in getting people back home quickly and unharmed. Many of the people that the Alzheimer’s 

number for the 24-hour MedicAlert emergency response line. 

Association enrolled in Savannah live at home without a caretaker. Some are in the early stage of 

Alzheimer’s disease, but surprisingly a large number are in the middle stage. 

Studies show that six out of 10 people with Alzheimer’s will wander and become lost. Most are 

So, how repeat does it wanderers. work? If individual With MedicAlert with Alzheimer's + Safe or Return, a related the dementia Alzheimer’s wanders Association and has a 95% succes 

becomes rate lost, in getting caregivers people can call back the home 24-hour quickly emergency and response unharmed. line Many (1.800.625.3780) of the people to report that the Alzheimer’s 

it. A community Association support enrolled network in will Savannah be activated, live at including home local without Alzheimer a caretaker. Association Some chapters are in the early stage o 

and law Alzheimer’s enforcement disease, agencies, but to help surprisingly reunite the a person large number who wandered are in with the middle the caregiver stage. or a 

family member. With this service, critical medical information will be provided to emergency 

responders when needed. If a citizen or emergency personnel finds the person with dementia, they 

can call 

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There are three easy ways to join MedicAlert + Safe Return: 

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1790 46 

4Front Health Care 26 

Abercorn Rehabilitation 19 

Benchmark Physical Therapy 33 

BrightStar Care 20 

Buckingham South 16 

Capturing Savannah 46 

Care Patrol 14 

Charles Schwab and Company, Mike Thames 37 

Clear Captions 22 

Coastal Home Care 23 

Coastal Regional Commission 6 

Coastal Senior Living 17 

Coastal States Bank 42,43 

Compassus Hospice 22 

CoolSculpting by Cool Body Contouring 26 

GenerationOne 

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Georgia Eye Institute 34 

Georgia Infirmary Adult Day Care 25 

Griswold Home Care 20 

Habersham House 4 

Home Instead 22 

Hospice Savannah 26 

J.L. Williamson Law Group 38, 39 

Lo Cost Pharmacy 27 

Marsh View Senior Living 4 

Mass Mutual 36 

Memorial Hospital 31 

Nephrology & Hypertension Medical 

Associates 32,35 

Nightingale Home Care 19 

Northwestern Mutual, John H. Kingston Jr. 31 

Oaks at Pooler 17 

Open Mortgage LLC, Don Davis 37 

Optim Surgery Center 1 

Personilized Care 10, 20 

Pooler Pharmacy 27 

Pruitt Health 27 

Pruitt Health Hospice 27 

Rehabilitation Hospital 

of Savannah 

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Right at Home 20 

River’s Edge 16 

Rubnitz and Associates Inc. 37 

Sapelo Hammock Golf Course 48 

Savannah Commons 15 

Savannah Riverboats 47 

Savannah Square 

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Savannah Yellow Dot Program 7 

Schultz Eye Center 30 

SCI 10 

Southeast Hearing 25 

Southeast Spine Care & Pain Management 27 

Southern Helpers 20 

St. Josepth Urgent Care 30 

Station Exchange Senior Care 18 

Suncrest Home Health 22 

Susan Basile, Keller Williams Real Estate 5 

The Edgar Group 37 

Thunderbolt Transitional Care 

and Rehabilitation 7, 18 

Tripp Brothers 36 

Urological Associates of Savannah 33 

Veterans United 37 

Village Walk Pharmacy 27 

Wisteria Garden Senior Living 16 

YMCA of Coastal Georgia 9 

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Join GenerationOne. 

GenerationOne is a comprehensive program for people age 50 and older. 

Members meet regularly to socialize, exercise, play games, watch movies, 

and dine together. They participate in educational activities, hear from 

guest speakers, and receive discounts at local merchants. GenerationOne 

is about fun, friendship, and lifelong learning. 

For more information about GenerationOne, 

call 912-350-7587 or 866-625-9429. 

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