When Sarah and John Peterson first heard the diagnosis, it felt as if the ground had been pulled out from beneath them. At just 58, John was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s. The news was devastating, but the couple was determined to face it together with clarity and planning.

John had always been a planner, ensuring their financial future was secure. Over the years, they’d built a modest retirement fund and maintained a life insurance policy. However, the costs associated with Alzheimer’s care and their desire to make the most of their remaining years together created a financial strain.

That’s when they met Dana Oliva, a trusted advisor who introduced them to solutions they hadn’t considered before, including the option of a life settlement. With Dana’s guidance, they explored how selling John’s life insurance policy could provide a lump sum that would help them achieve their dreams and secure John’s future care.

“Dana took the time to understand our hopes and concerns,” Sarah shared later. “They didn’t just offer a financial solution; they gave us a way to preserve John’s dignity and still live our dreams.”

Together, they worked with Dana to craft a plan that fulfilled their goals. The life settlement offered the financial flexibility to make two life-changing decisions.

First, Sarah and John chose a long-term care facility that specialized in Alzheimer’s care. With Dana’s help, they were able to cement their spot in a facility of excellence they had set their hopes on. Touring several options, they selected a place that felt like home—a compassionate, welcoming environment where John could live with dignity when the time came. Planning ahead gave them peace of mind, knowing his future care needs would be met.

Second, they pursued a dream they had long put on hold: a trip across Europe. For years, John had talked about seeing the castles of Germany and the vineyards of France, and Sarah had dreamed of walking the streets of Rome. With part of the funds from the life settlement, they embarked on a three-month adventure that would leave a lasting legacy of love and cherished memories.

“That trip was a gift we never thought we’d be able to give ourselves,” Sarah said. “Thanks to Dana’s guidance, we could focus on living fully instead of worrying about what the future might bring.”

As John’s condition progressed, Sarah leaned on the facility they had chosen, confident he was in the best hands. She visited often, bringing photo albums from their travels and sharing stories of their adventures, even when John’s responses were fleeting.

Thanks to Dana’s expertise and care, the life settlement not only provided financial relief but also gave Sarah and John the freedom to live fully in the face of an uncertain future. By planning ahead, they turned a challenging situation into an opportunity to fulfill lifelong dreams and ensure John’s care needs were met.

Sarah found solace in knowing they had faced the diagnosis with courage and love, creating a legacy of adventure, preparation, and peace of mind that would inspire others in similar situations.