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01/14/2021

Berks County hiring is ticking upwards, and it's a chance for companies to take advantage of the rich pool of the local 36,000 veterans who are ready to serve in the workforce. Here is the how and why of hiring these loyal, skilled, veterans.
http://painterelderlawpc.com/veteran/employment/how-and-why-to-hire-veterans/

01/12/2021

Department of Aging Assembles Public-Private Task Force to Address Financial Exploitation of Older Adults
Financial exploitation causes significant harm to older adults and is significantly underreported. Read more about the task force and abuse issues: http://ow.ly/sEId50D6IA6

12/29/2020

The Reading/Berks County area is a very patriotic area. We believe America’s departed veterans deserve the honor they earned in serving our country and defending our freedoms. WREATHS across AMERICA is one simple yet meaningful way to show your gratitude.
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12/23/2020

The pandemic has caused many people to lose their jobs, and others to consider retiring early. This can cause financial and family struggles. Retirees begin to consider wills, trusts, estate matters, and other elder concerns. Scott Painter can help.

The economic downturn is pushing older workers out of the nest.

12/18/2020

Reading-Area disabled veterans may not be aware of the various opportunities available to remain active in sports and the arts. The VA offers programs to assist vets with rehab and recreational options. Read more at Painter Elder Law's resource page.

Many Berks County veterans who have suffered debilitating injuries may believe their active days are over. The sudden transition from a physically strong, vibrant lifestyle to one of limited mobility can be disheartening and shocking. There are a lot of adjustments that need to be made, physically a...

12/17/2020

Meet Major Bill White, the oldest living marine (They say there is no such thing as an "ex-marine") at 105 years old!

Retired Marine Maj. Bill White, who is believed to be the oldest living Marine, served on active duty for 30 years.

12/09/2020

There is something special about our brave veterans, and we salute them. Here is a heartwarming story about one vet who not only beat the enemy overseas, but beat the hidden enemy we all now face: COVID-19.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — An Alabama man who spent World War II repairing bomb-damaged trains in France recovered from a fight with COVID-19 in time to mark his 104th birthday on Thursday. Major Wooten wa…

12/03/2020

By leveraging the skill sets acquired in the U.S. Armed Forces and employing a dogged determination to forge ahead no matter the circumstances, military veterans can successfully embrace the entrepreneurial spirit. Learn more about the value of a vet:

The vim and vigor of a patriotic spirit can easily transition to entrepreneurial pursuits. Military veterans and entrepreneurs require dedication and drive, along with faith and optimism. These all-too-familiar characteristics are what carried many veterans through their daily military routines and....

11/25/2020

We wish everyone a happy, healthy Thanksgiving season. Regular expressions of gratitude to friends and strangers alike contribute to their — and your — health and emotional wellbeing. Take time during this unique season to read this brief study. Thank you!

Thanksgiving is a great time to count your blessings, but research shows that year-round gratitude can lead to better health and well-being.

11/20/2020

As if 2020 weren't taxing enough for Berks County and beyond, it's not too early to start preparing for tax time. You don't want to bump up against that deadline unprepared. Attorney Scott Painter can help you sort out your situation. Call for a free talk.

As if there isn’t enough going on these days in Berks County and beyond, tax time will be here before you know it. Yes, the deadline is a few months away, but the end of January is the traditional time to gather all your information together because tax forms, such as W-2s and 1099s, should arrive...

11/17/2020

Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie Thanks President Trump for Making “988” America’s New National Su***de Prevention Number

Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

11/13/2020

Financial Resilience for Veterans & Military Families: Work and Jobs | Wednesday, Nov 18 | 11am to 12pm Eastern Time
Join a conversation with AARP about AARP Work and Jobs Tools and Tips for Military/Veterans about Job Searching, Resumes, and Interviews.

Join in for a conversation with the AARP Maryland Speaker's Bureau around AARP Work and Jobs resources for Military/Veterans such as: -Job Search Tools and