Have you heard horror stories of abuse in assisted living centers and nursing homes? You’ll find in this podcast we will be empowering you to overcome rumor and how to find facts regarding the home you or a loved one may be considering when needing the medical support of these facilities.

Our highly qualified legal representative with the Howard County Office of Aging and Independence will pinpoint recent and common issues, where YOU can get accurate information regarding the centers you are considering, and resources for current family members you may be concerned about today! Don’t miss out on the resources recommended by our speaker below:

Host: Vikki Mason | Exit Spivey Professional Realty | Howard County Association of REALTORS® Fair Housing Committee | Mobile: 301-693-2356 | Office: 443-757-5000

Speaker Resources:

Katy Lee, Program Manager

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

Howard County Office on Aging & Independence

9830 Patuxent Woods Drive

Columbia, MD 21046

410-313-6423

Office of Healthcare Quality

https://health.maryland.gov

Maryland Access Point (MAP)

Request Guide to Independent Assisted Living Facilities

410-313-1234

Service animals vs. assistance animals… what is the difference between the two? How does it affect an owner of one of these animals when dining at a restaurant, riding public transportation, and most importantly, living in the home they deserve?

This podcast will answer these questions and more, as we delve into what you can do as a disabled tenant, or consumer when discriminated against based on your service or assistance animals. As well as what business owners and landlords need to know when handling these animals on their establishments. With our highly experienced and relevant speaker and guest, we will go over both the laws and cases as well as real-life situations that will matter to you and empower you to make a difference.

Host: Autumn Underwood | Northrop Realty, A Long & Foster Company| Howard County Association of REALTORS® Fair Housing Committee Member| Mobile: 410-446-5987 | Office: 410-531-0321

Speaker Resources:

Kara Hunt, PhD.

Director of Education & Outreach

Maryland Commission on Civil Rights

Office: 410-767-7656

Kara.hunt1@maryland.gov 

File a Complaint: https://mccr.maryland.gov/Pages/Intake.aspx 

Lindsay Murray

Disability Rights Advocate, Influencer, Social Media Coordinator

Northrop Realty, a Long & Foster Company

ABOUT HOWARD COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

The Howard County Association of REALTORS® serves its members by providing resources that enable them to conduct business professionally while promoting and enforcing ethical standards. It is our vision to be Howard County's "Voice" and leading advocate for homeownership, the real estate industry, and those issues that most affect the association's members, while enhancing the REALTOR® image in the profession and within our community.

Is it possible to find a Senior Apartment Center that has the services I need for the price I can afford? How can I afford to continue living in my current home on my income and no assistance? If you are asking these questions and don’t know where to start looking, this podcast episode is for you. Our speakers will empower you to understand the differences between senior living, and to target a Senior Apartment that fits your needs. Then, a financial expert will explain away the myths about Reverse Mortgages and how it may fit your needs.

Host: Kimberly Smrek | Movement Mortgage| Howard County Association of REALTORS® Fair Housing Committee Vice Chair | http://www.homeloanswithkimberly.com/ 

Speaker Resources:

Emily Leclercq, LCSW-C, CIRS A-D

Resource Specialist

MAP line- 410-313-1234, Direct line – 410-313-5917

Maryland Access Point Howard County

https://marylandaccesspoint.211md.org/

Howard County Office on Aging and Independence

Eric Rittmeyer

Mental Toughness Expert/ Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional

Phone 410-303-1844 

eric@mtspeaker.com 

https://www.MentalToughnessSpeaker.com  

ABOUT HOWARD COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

The Howard County Association of REALTORS® serves its members by providing resources that enable them to conduct business professionally while promoting and enforcing ethical standards. It is our vision to be Howard County's "Voice" and leading advocate for homeownership, the real estate industry, and those issues that most affect the association's members, while enhancing the REALTOR® image in the profession and within our community.