Independent, elder care planning financial advisors
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
When a loved one faces declining health or needs help managing finances, you need an advisor who understands the complexities of elder care planning. Without this focus, it's easy to overlook critical issues like coordinating benefits or planning for long-term care costs.
- Benefit coordination. Ask how they help navigate Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid to maximize your loved one's support.
- Long-term care planning. Confirm they consider the costs and options for assisted living, nursing homes, or in-home care.
- Legal and financial safeguards. Look for guidance on powers of attorney, guardianship, and protecting assets from unexpected expenses.
- Family communication. See how they facilitate discussions among relatives to align on care decisions and financial responsibilities.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Christopher T
Series 65
Waxahachie, TX
Legacy Wealth Advisors, Inc.
Christopher Tucker specializes in elder care planning, offering expertise in Social Security optimization and general retirement planning, which is crucial for managing long-term care costs and benefit coordination. Based in Waxahachie, TX, he operates independently through Legacy Wealth Advisors, providing modular financial plans and discretionary asset management with a fee structure including a 1.75% annual AUM fee and negotiable hourly rates up to $250, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee models or less flexible planning options.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $269,912
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Austin L
CFP®, Series 65
Foster City, CA
Bailard, Inc.
Austin Lastinger's expertise in elder care planning is supported by his CFP® certification and nine years of industry experience, making him well-equipped to address complex issues like long-term care costs and benefit coordination. Operating independently at Bailard, Inc., he serves high-net-worth clients with a multi-asset investment approach and offers flat-fee financial planning, distinguishing him from advisors who may not combine elder care focus with sustainable investing strategies and tailored fee structures.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $5,033,851
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Carol G
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
San Mateo, CA
Gosho Financial Group
Carol Gosho specializes in elder care planning with 25 years of experience and holds CFP® certification, making her well-equipped to address complex issues like long-term care costs and benefit coordination. Operating independently in San Mateo, CA, her firm offers a tactical allocation investment approach and serves high-net-worth clients with flexible fee structures including flat fees and asset-based charges, distinguishing her from advisors with more limited service models.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $761,489
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Maggie B
CFP®, CPA, RICP®
Naperville, IL
NexJenn Financial Services
Maggie Beach specializes in elder care planning and general retirement planning, making her well-equipped to assist those managing the complexities of elder care in the US. As a CFP®, CPA, and RICP® with nine years of experience, she offers flat-fee services through NexJenn Financial Services, focusing on clients in the Gen X and Sandwich Generation demographics, which may provide a more tailored approach compared to other independent advisors.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $1,305,991
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Samuel M
CFP®
New York, NY
McPherson Financial Advisors, Inc.
Samuel Mcpherson specializes in elder care planning, offering expertise in coordinating benefits and long-term care options, supported by his CFP® certification and four years of industry experience. Operating independently in Jersey City, NJ, he serves high-net-worth clients with a flat-fee structure and employs a strategic asset allocation approach using low-cost index funds and ETFs, distinguishing him from advisors with broader or less specialized practices.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $2,161,858
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