Buying Local Podcast · Episode 52 · November 19, 2025 · 41 min
Navigating the Golden Years with Kym Hance | Buying Local S3E52
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson sits down with Kym Hance from Herzog Law Firm to talk about aging life care management and how proactive planning can make the later years truly golden. They explore family dynamics, estate and elder law planning, long-term care options, and how to approach sensitive aging conversations with compassion and clarity. Connect with Herzog Law Firm at www.herzoglaw.com or call (518) 465-7581. 00:00 Welcome & introducing Kym Hance from Herzog Law Firm 00:40 Kym’s background in aging life care management 03:21 Helping families navigate the “golden years” 05:25 Introducing Herzog Law Firm and their focus 06:10 What estate planning and elder law really mean 07:31 Planning for long-term care and quality of life 09:09 Collaborating with advisors for full-spectrum planning 10:06 Kym’s unique non-legal role within the firm 11:28 Navigating Medicaid and community services 15:17 Mediating family conversations about aging 16:49 Helping kids and parents find common ground 19:21 The importance of home visits and in-person care 21:21 How generational attitudes toward aging are changing 24:20 Shortage of elder care resources and planning early 26:31 Rural challenges for home care access 29:15 Key indicators it’s time to call for help 36:00 The importance of being proactive about planning 38:44 Understanding individual wishes and family differences 40:07 How to contact Herzog Law Firm and access resources 41:22 Closing remarks and episode wrap-up