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A Bit of My Story......and Why I Do What I Do

I am a people person....love people....of all ages!! An interesting combination, and one I have loved. Why?

Vacca Associates Family Checks n’ Balances is your personal concierge... budgeting/bill pay, transport/coordination of medical/dental appointments, housing moves, garage/estate sales, being an advocate - whatever daily life involves! So, it came as no surprise when I found myself working with both teenagers and older adults! They are so much alike in my mind....exploring, interesting, testing the patience of many, challenging preconceived ideas, great adapters, unpredictable and incredibly loving and caring. My career path took me into aging and healthcare...and youth ministry! In aging and healthcare, I have spent decades working directly with older adults and their families, designing new programs for an aging population, training healthcare and social service professionals on aging issues, leading retirement planning seminars, and advocating on legislation impacting older adults. I also became involved in the financial services industry as a licensed insurance agent and securities licensed advisor (my securities license I have let go of so I can do my current work). In youth ministry, I have worked with hundreds of teens, young adults and their families, teaching and training, mentoring, supporting and housing, and putting my counseling training to good use. Through all of my experiences, I have realized that I like solving problems, being an advocate and mediator, and dealing with whatever need to be done. To help make life a bit easier, less confusing and complicated, relieving the stress of being overwhelmed so many family caregivers experience and letting family be "family" and not having to be the 'pro' in the many aspects of aging-related issues and concerns. I often tell people, .."I am just a 'life manager. Whatever life throws at you, I can help manage and I can walk the journey with you to help in anyway I can." So, my work is all about....YOU!! I am here to make your life run easier and smoother....from getting the things done that need doing each day to planning ahead for the unknown future. And, I have a number of trusted colleagues I work with to ensure that you get the right input, insight and understanding so you can make the best informed decisions for you and your loved ones.

11/24/2025

To all of my Facebook friends and colleagues....

11/20/2025

Here's one of my latest videos on YouTube -
it's a great exercise to go through to see what you a able, willing and happy to do to help care for an aging loved one.

Would this be a helpful exercise to do for your situation? Let me know!

Here's an exercise I do with my families, especially when there are multiple caregivers, whether those are family members or paid support. By going through ...

11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day!!

11/10/2025

How do you figure out when to step in and step up to help a loved one?

Here's a short video on some key events that can signal that it's time to help out.

(Don't mind my voice - allergies again!!)

How do you know when to step in and help your aging parents or grandparents? What are the typical situations you can watch for that cue you on the expanding...

11/10/2025

To all my friends and FB family....to those of you who served in the Marine Corps....Happy 250th Birthday!!

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween to all my Facebook family and friends!!

(Photo credit: Jon Tyson on Unsplash)

10/20/2025

Here's my latest YouTube video on how to avoid family conflicts while you are trying to do family caregiving.

I would love your feedback and insights from your experiences.

Thanks!!!

Caring for an aging loved one as a family caregiver can lead to a lot of misunderstanding, disagreements and frustration with your siblings and other relativ...

10/06/2025

My girls' pediatrician once told me he could never do what I do. I asked him why and he responded, "Because all your patients die on you." I have never forgotten his comment.

Yes, all my patients die on me. I have held the hand of many as they take their last breath and slip into eternity.

It's only God who gives me courage and strength to face the passing of a patient/client.

This one is special. I have worked with him since 2012. He's a Navy vet (I'm from a Navy family) and suffered from PTSD that led him into addiction and homelessness for decades.

I am so very happy I was able to gain his trust, and even through him hollering at me in drunken, drug-induced stupors and wandering off so I had to call law enforcement to help find him and bring him back, it has my honor to serve him all these years.

This one hurts - a bit more than most. He's been a part of my life for so very long. He is family, he is my brother, he is my friend - so much more than just a client or patient of mine.

Rest in peace, my dear friend and warrior, you deserve your peace and comfort. Thank you for your service to our country.

09/27/2025

Good morning!

Just dropped my latest YouTube video on the ways in which you can help your Mom, Dad, grandparents plan for the unknown future. Lots of tips on legal, financial, healthcare and funeral/cemetery issues.

Go check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/

Thanks!! Leave any comments, questions and like the video whlle you are there.

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09/26/2025

I just set up a Skool community group for V***a Associates.

Why did I do this? Because I can do a lot more things inside a Skool group than a Facebook group - build courses on aging-related topics, bring on guest speakers, plan monthly (or more) Zoom meetings. And, it's all in one place!!

So, I hope you will go join this free (yes, free!) Skool community for V***a Associates:

https://www.skool.com/vacca-associates-6190/about?ref=60e7a345dd0a4b5086038a102c64921f

I look forward to seeing you there!! Let me know if you have any questions!!

The place for insights, tips, and ‘tried & true’ solutions to caring for loved ones as they age, while enjoying the journey & taking care of you!

09/17/2025

I just dropped my latest video on how to help get rid of stuff! You know, all those things we have gathered over a lifetime and now it's time to let go. But, how do you let go? Here's some tips and hints!

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09/09/2025

Hi all,

My new video is up on YouTube about how to take the car keys away from an elderly loved one. Not a fun thing to do!

Go to my YouTube channel and check it out. If you haven't done so, please subscribe and make a comment about the video.

Thanks so much!!

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A Bit of My Story...and Why I Do What I Do

I am a people person....love people...of all ages! So, it came as no surprise when I found myself working both with teenagers and older adults! They are so much alike in my mind...exploring, interesting, testing the patience of many, challenging preconceived ideas, great adapters, unpredictable, and incredibly loving and caring. My career path took me into aging and healthcare... and youth ministry! An interesting combination, and one I have loved. In aging and healthcare, I have spent decades working directly with older adults and their families, designing new programs for an aging population, training healthcare and social service professionals on aging issues, leading retirement planning seminars, and advocating on legislation impacting older adults. I also became involved in the financial services industry as a licensed insurance agent and securities licensed advisor (my securities license I have let go of so I can do my current work). In youth ministry, I have worked with hundreds of teens, young adults and their families, teaching and training, mentoring, supporting and housing, and putting my counseling training to good use.

Through all of my experiences, I have realized that I like solving problems, being an advocate and mediator, and dealing with whatever needs to be done. Why? To help make life a bit easier, less confusing and complicated, relieving the stress of being overwhelmed so many family caregivers experience and letting family be ‘family’ and not having to be the ‘pro’ in the many aspects of aging-related issues and concerns. I often tell people.. “I am just a ‘life manager.’ Whatever life throws at you, I can help manage and I can walk the journey with you to help in anyway I can.”

So, my work is all about.....YOU! I am here to make your life run easier and smoother.....from getting the things done that need doing each day to planning ahead for the unknown future. And, I have a number of trusted colleagues I work with to ensure that you get the right input, insight and understanding so you can make the best informed decisions for you and your loved ones.

(Why the ocean picture? I love the ocean...love the beach....love the calming, constant rhythm of water. This photo is one I took at Point Reyes.)