Family ... Ask Marilyn
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Marilyn holds a BA in English and Anthropology from San Francisco State University with graduate studies at Cornell University Extension and is a Certified Life Coach through
Coach Training Alliance, Boulder, Colorado,
9/11/2011
Marilyn,
My mom has started a Yoga for Seniors class. She even walks down the street to the studio. God bless her heart. However, I told her to check with her doctor first and she has refused. The instructor had her sign off on some sort of form saying that she is not responsible should anything happen to mom. Mom is 92, still very active and in her right mind however I am concerned that she could be asking for trouble here.
Is what the instructor had her sign normal, especially to have someone as old as my mom make that kind of decision without her family there to read and make sure it is all OK?
Looking out for mom in LA
Dear LA,
Wow, teaching Yoga at 92. That is wonderful and so inspiring. Remember, old age is not a disease and many seniors are still “sharp as a tack” at 90+ and even healthier than people half their age. I have a 90 year old client who loves to take me shopping and positively wears me out! Her friend is 97 and takes belly dancing lessons!
Marilyn
MARILYN ELLIS, CTACC, Lighthouse Organizers, LLC
Author, Speaker, Professional Organizer, Senior Move Manager, Business Development Coach
Marilyn’s company name, Lighthouse Organizers, LLC, reflects her true desire to help people navigate through their busy and challenging lives.
As a Senior Move Manager, Marilyn loves helping seniors and their families downsize and get organized so they can move forward to happy, safe and engaging lives. Working with seniors and those who serve them is the greatest pleasure and privilege in her business life.
As a Professional Organizer and Certified Life Coach, Marilyn loves helping her clients change their thinking so they can change their lives.
Marilyn is a member of NAPO, National Association of Professional Organizers, MDBW (Mt. Diablo Business Women), NASMM (National Association of Senior Move Managers), World Future Society, Elder Care Matters Alliance and is past President of the East Bay Chapter of the ICF (International Coach Federation)
