As our senior loved ones age, we may start seeing physical and mental signs of decline. While some signs are not worrisome, others may be more concerning: anxiety, depression, forgetfulness, and mishandling money. These could indicate more serious issues and are risky behaviors. So here are four things you can do to help your aging … Continue reading Helping Your

As our senior loved ones age, we may start seeing physical and mental signs of decline. While some signs are not worrisome, others may be more concerning: anxiety, depression, forgetfulness, and mishandling money. These could indicate more serious issues and are risky behaviors. So here are four things you can do to help your aging loved one manage their finances.

By: Jennifer Beach, LSW, MA, C-SWCM It is the time of year that most people look forward to. The hustle and bustle and many traditions, including preparing special foods, decorating, gift giving, and gathering with family and friends. And yet, we may find ourselves not as excited and feeling a bit overwhelmed or even melancholy this holiday season, especially if

During the holiday season families and friends often make special visits to aging loved ones. Aging Life Care Managers® suggest you use this time to take note of any changes in health, behavior, or physical appearance. You may discover your aging loved one now needs more help or attention.   Is it Time for Help? … Continue reading What to

During the holiday season families and friends often make special visits to aging loved ones. Aging Life Care Managers® suggest you use this time to take note of any changes in health, behavior, or physical appearance. You may discover your aging loved one now needs more help or attention.   Is it Time for Help? … Continue reading What to

During the holiday season families and friends often make special visits to aging loved ones. Aging Life Care Managers® suggest you use this time to take note of any changes in health, behavior, or physical appearance. You may discover your aging loved one now needs more help or attention.   Is it Time for Help? Knowing When Your Aging Loved

By: Jennifer Beach, LSW, MA, C-SWCM Aging comes with uncertainty and challenges. As we help our parents or loved ones through a medical diagnosis, adjust to changes in their abilities or needs, and address finances or care, one issue can make the situation more challenging: siblings. In my practice over the past 10 years, no caregiving challenge has caused more

At the recent North American Mature Publishers Association (NAMPA) convention in Las Vegas, Advocate for Elders principal Jennifer Beach was awarded first place for her monthly columns which appear in Northeast Ohio Boomer magazine! Each month, Jennifer’s “Caregiver Corner” is published covering various topics and issues that seniors and their caregiving families and friends deal with. Jennifer’s columns took first

According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), suicidal behavior is common in older adults for a number of reasons with loneliness topping the list. Many seniors are homebound and live on their own; are grieving the loss of a spouse or friend; lack nearby family; or have lost vital social connections during the Pandemic. … Continue reading Warning Signs