About Us

Points of Life, LLC was founded due to very personal reasons. Richard Wexler and his wife Anna had three of their parents get seriously ill within months of each other. They were managing school age children, homework, after school activates, sports, careers and three parents. They realized they were simply not prepared for this stage in their lives.

As their parents became increasingly ill, it was quite a struggle. Richard and his wife had not given much thought to this stage in their lives and they were overwhelmed. As they went through this journey they realized that many other families could benefit from their knowledge. What if they could save others from having to go through what they had gone through? In 2008 Richard and Anna Wexler founded A GoldenHand, LLC to help others prepare before a loved one became ill or incapacitated.

Marilyn Ellis had a similar experience with both her mother and her uncle and had also learned a lot. Then, as a Professional Organizer through her company, Lighthouse Organizers, LLC, she helped a 95 yr old client downsize and move to a senior community. It was such a soul satisfying experience that she decided to make helping seniors the primary focus of her business.

In the fall of 2010, Richard was keynote speaker at a Senior Symposium in Lafayette, CA. Marilyn was a vendor at the same event. When she heard him tell his personal story, she knew he was on to something big. Getting people to talk about the topics surrounding aging is challenging at best. People were listening to Richard. She introduced herself with an idea and that was the beginning of what was later to become Points of Life, LLC.

Marilyn and Richard began discussing ways to make difficult presentations about aging more creative and enjoyable. What would it take to get people to listen? They decided that Live Theatre in the form of 2-3 minute skits to highlight what families are dealing with would be a good draw for audiences. They brainstormed some possible scenarios. Marilyn wrote the skits, adding some humor to the mix.

On a rainy night in December, 2010, they invited every senior service professional they knew in the SF Bay Area to the premier of what was to later to become The Elder Ed Players. This trial run in front of 20+ Elder Care Professionals was such a hit that word spread quickly and soon they were inundated with interest from all over the SF Bay Area. In the spring of 2011 Richard Wexler and Marilyn Ellis launched Points of life, LLC. Within months they had created seven chapters in seven Northern California counties, representing professionals from dozens of senior related services. Their teams of Professionals are now educating families about life’s stages and the need to prepare before a loved one gets ill or falls. Every month their teams of Professionals present the The Elder Ed Players and help families learn about the complexities of aging in a very creative, fun and engaging way.

Richard and Marilyn get asked about the origins of the name, Points of Life all the time. It was created because each one of their Points of Life Professionals represents a “Point of Life “in everyone’s personal journey. It can’t be done alone. It takes a Team of Professionals to help plan for each of life’s stages. Points of Life, LLC is that Team.

Our Team

RICHARD WEXLER, JD
President and CEO

“Our everyday life changed dramatically when our three elder parents became seriously ill at the same time. After experiencing firsthand the emotional impact, the financial impact and the struggles a family encounters when a parent is very ill, I knew I had to act” Richard Wexler

As co founder of Points of Life, LLC, Richard utilizes his personal experiences and 30 years of business skills to educate and empower families to understand the complexities of aging. He helps families better understand life’s stages and how preparation for these stages will allow them to retain and control their lifestyles.

Richard received his undergraduate degree from the University of California. After graduating Law School, he worked in law firm for five years before leading multiple Trust Companies. Richard and his teams were responsible for the administration of all types of trusts.

Richard has appeared on television and radio, both locally and nationally. He has spoken to numerous organizations about Aging and its complexities. He has also been quoted in numerous publications about the subject of aging and preparedness.

Richard was also the co founder, President and CEO of A GoldenHand, LLC. Helping families prepare before an elder loved one became ill or incapacitated and acting as a conduit for any elder services a family required.

He previously held Sales Management positions in high technology. He led his sales teams in the closure of many key accounts and is a ten year Presidents Club member. He was rewarded with Presidents Club trips worldwide. Richard played a key role in helping Macrovision grow to more than $200 million in revenue during his tenure.

Richard has also enjoyed serving on various Boards of Directors. Richard and his wife Anna have two children and live in Danville, Ca. He enjoys watching his children compete in sports and dance competitions, he also loves to travel. 

MARILYN ELLIS, CTACC, CSA
Director of Communications, Creative Director Elder Ed Players

Author, Speaker, Professional Organizer, Estate Liquidator, Senior Move Manager, Certified Life Coach, Certified Senior Advisor

“The first time I helped a senior to downsize and move to a senior community, I practically floated all the way home. It was such a soul satisfying experience that I knew that working with seniors and their families had to become an important part of my life. There is clearly a strong need in the marketplace for these servicesio”, says Marilyn Ellis.

As co founder of Points of Life, LLC, Marilyn is combining her talents, training and skills to educate and empower families to help their elder parents and plan for their own lives and legacies as well. As Creative Director of POL’s Elder Ed Players, she has created “edutaining” skits on true life situations followed by panel discussions with experts in Senior Care Industries.

Marilyn is a third generation San Franciscan and graduate of S.F. State University with additional post graduate studies and studies also at London University, England. Her Certified Life Coach training was obtained at Coach Training Alliance. She obtained her Certified Senior Advisor designation through the Society of Certified Senior Advisors.

She is the author of “How To Succeed in Your First Year As An Entrepreneur”, “Incredible Life” (co author), “What Do You Want Your Business To Do For You?” and “Tips for Moving Seniors.” She also speaks extensively around the country on business and life topics.

Marilyn writes for www.examiner.com for the Oakland/SF East Bay and has a monthly column “Ask Marilyn” at www.maturitymatters.net

Professional Memberships include: The National Association of Professional Organizers, National Council on Aging, American Society of Estate Liquidators, Society of Certified Senior Advisors and she is past president, SF East Bay Chapter, International Coach Federation.

Working with seniors and those who serve them is the greatest pleasure and privilege of her professional life.”

Marilyn is the happy mother of two, grandmother of two and lives in Walnut Creek, CA with her husband, Neil and her beloved birds and dogs.

We are also backed and supported by our Chapter Members