Bob was born in Richmond, Calif., in 1947, and was raised in the San Francisco Bay area. He lived with his mom, Katharine, dad, Virgil, and older sister, Betsy. He went through junior high school in Richmond and graduated from Clayton Valley High School in Concord, California in 1965.

What would happen if you suddenly had to take over a parent’s finances? Unfortunately, this is the reality for many families due to illness or emergency situations. If this situation were to happen to you, we want to make sure you are prepared. Preparing yourself for how to manage your parent's finances and protect them before it is necessary creates a lot less stress in an already stressful situation.

If you are considering memory care for your loved one, you know there are many options to select from – so much so that the choice can become overwhelming. Caring for an individual with Alzheimer's disease or dementia requires specialized care in a secure environment, different from a typical assisted living community. It is important when visiting these senior living communities you ask clarifying questions to help you understand what life would be like there on a day-to-day basis.