By Jennifer Beach, LSW, MA, C-SWCM My previous (February 2025) blog post discussed why someone we care about may refuse help, even when it is clear they are putting themselves at a greater risk of harm or losing their independence faster; even altogether. It is not just about an individual being stubborn. As with all things in life, it is

Communicating with a loved one who has dementia can be challenging. Dementia affects memory, language, and cognitive functions, making it hard for people to process and respond. However, with patience, empathy, and the right techniques, you can make conversations more positive and meaningful. A professional Aging Life Care Manager can also provide essential support, offering … Continue reading Top 10

By Jennifer Beach, LSW, MA, C-SWCM Making friends used to be easy. So what happened? As we are each given the gift of time, we are also given the accumulation of life challenges: losses, caregiving responsibilities, retirement, health and money issues, downsizing, moving and more, to name a few. Any one of those can cause us to question our purpose

By Jennifer Crowley, RN, CLCP, CMC As we journey through life, planning for the future becomes an essential part of our well-being. For solo aging – individuals aging without a spouse, partner, or close family support –long-term care planning takes on added significance. Ensuring that your future needs are met and your wishes are honored … Continue reading Navigating the

By Jennifer Beach, LSW, MA, C-SWCM One very common challenge we all face as we age is accepting aging, how it affects every system in our bodies and the reality we will all likely need assistance and support at some point in our lives. Understanding ourselves and being aware of the changes we are going through as we age is

Written By Julie Rose, Aging Life Care Professional  Clutter not only affects a person’s quality of life but also poses significant safety risks, especially for seniors. Consider these questions for yourself or a loved one: Are living conditions cramped and disorganized with too much “stuff”? Is it difficult to move freely from room to room? … Continue reading Clutter Is

Being a caregiver for a person living with dementia can be lonely. Over time, friends and family may start to fade away or your involvement with the person in your care can become more time consuming. Your world can begin to feel small. Dementia caregiving can be overwhelming. As you encounter tricky situations, you might … Continue reading Dementia caregiving

By Jennifer Beach, LSW, MA, C-SWCM Rose is 90 and lives in a newly renovated assisted living memory care facility. It is beautiful, with  all the modern bells and whistles, from heated floors in her bathroom, spacious living quarters overlooking a lovely courtyard, and TV screens so big you feel like you’re in a movie theater. But what’s most important

Choosing housing for older adults can be tricky because of all the different nomenclature used. When clients call an Aging Life Care professional, they usually have no knowledge of how each type of housing differs, or worse, they think a nursing home is the only real option for their loved one.   Kira Reginato, an experienced … Continue reading Navigating Housing