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

Written by: Mary Ann Buckley MSW, LCSW-C I have assisted many older adults in making moves to senior communities over the last 20 years. Last month I assisted my own mother in moving to a senior living community. Discussing the move, finding the perfect community, planning for, and making the actual move took on a … Continue reading A Daughter’s

By Jennifer Beach, LSW, MA, C-SWCM Scott is in his upper 60s and was diagnosed with Progressive MS (Multiple Sclerosis ) about eight years ago. Recently, he fell in his home and broke his femur. 911 was called, he was admitted to the hospital and had to have a procedure to set the broken bone. His leg would need to

What is Aging Life Care Management? Aging Life Care Management, also known as geriatric care management, focuses on improving the quality of life for older adults and their families through comprehensive planning and management of care needs. This involves addressing not only health concerns but also financial, legal, and social aspects to ensure the well-being … Continue reading What Distinguishes