By Jennifer Beach, LSW, MA, C-SWCM Michelle was worried about her friend Jane, 57, a wife, mom and working professional. She had not been her usual self for the past two years. Michelle noticed many small changes in her friend. Jane had gained weight and stopped taking care of herself. For example, Jane, just like her mother, had a full

The fight over the last piece of pumpkin pie  may not be the only struggle this Thanksgiving. As families gather around the table, many will have the difficult conversations of how to care for mom or dad.  These conversations can be emotionally charged and test sibling bonds. How to Overcome & Manage Sibling Conflict with Aging … Continue reading Turkey with

By Jennifer Beach, LSW, MA, C-SWCM I stopped at a facility to check in on my client John (81). He has been residing in a long-term memory care facility for about seven months. Things have been going well, overall. On most days, he seems comfortable. There are days John is not as comfortable, and he doesn’t want to follow the

Aging Life Care Professionals™ Help You Avoid the Pitfalls of Caregiving by Jullie Gray, MSW, LICSW, CMC — Aging Life Care Association™ Member and Fellow of the Leadership Academy   Caregiving for an aging loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. Unpaid family members who provide substantial caregiving support by managing medical appointments, medications, and daily … Continue reading Supporting Family

By Jennifer Beach, LSW, MA, C-SWCM Mary couldn’t understand what was going on with her 85-year-old mom. Her mom was usually very upbeat, busy and involved in more things than you can imagine. But over the past couple of months, Mary’s mom has been tired, less interested in things and confused about dates and time, which is unlike her. Mary’s

Aging in place offers seniors the comfort and familiarity of their own homes, but it comes with its own set of challenges. Addressing functional issues within the home environment is crucial to supporting seniors’ desires to live independently while ensuring their safety and well-being. In this blog post, we’ll explore common functional issues that can … Continue reading Helping Seniors

Caring for an older adult with cognitive difficulties, such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, requires patience, empathy, and a thoughtful approach to daily activities. As our loved ones with dementia might have communication challenges, we become more attuned to observing body language and facial expressions. The right activities can provide a sense of purpose, stimulate … Continue reading Caregiver Guide:

By Jennifer Beach, LSW, MA, C-SWCM As an Aging Life Care Manager,® one of the most frequent questions families ask me and struggle with is, “How do we know when our loved one is no longer able to stay at home?” This is a difficult question and is different for every person. We all know that changes as we age can

Does your aging parent need help? As an Aging Life Care™ advisor, I know how fiercely older adults  cling to their independence. Many feel that their adult children don’t understand them or are making something out of nothing — a fall, a burnt pot, a call from the police station. They make promises to ask for … Continue reading Seven Signs