By Diana (DeeDee) Bycoffe, BSN, RN, CWOCN, Nurse Care Manager As we get older, we must learn how better to care for ourselves. In some cases, we need help navigating this stage, especially as we begin dealing with more serious health issues. In addition to the obvious...
See How Exercise Can Improve Your Life Today!
By Faith Patterson, PT Certified Aging Life Care Manager We can all agree that staying active is good for you. The benefits to the mind, body, and spirit are numerous. Additionally, engaging in activities helps us stay sharp and make life interesting and engaging. Our...
The Six Hidden Costs of Caring for an Aging Parent
Being a family caregiver is hard work. It demands a lot of time, patience, and persistence. Those who start with realistic expectations reach out for help and plan ahead. They fare much better through the ups and downs than those who don’t. The hidden costs of caring...
Why Should You Use a Professional Care Manager for Your Loved One?
We all want to provide the best possible care for our loved ones. However, sometimes the maze of options is confusing and the difficulties seem overwhelming. Care managers help families sort through complex issues and find the best care solutions for their specific...
How To Age Safely at Home: What Steps Should Seniors Take?
By Jackie Tangires, LCSW-C, Certified Aging Life Care Manager Deciding to remain in your home as you age is no easy task and requires much thought, discussion with family, consideration, and soul searching. How do you decide what is best for you and your family?...
May 2023 Newsletter
This month we celebrate Aging Life Care Month, ALS Awareness Month, and honor Moms and all active and retired veterans. We're also proud to support this year's Memory Ball! Read More
April 2023 Newsletter
April showers us with several national movements, including Parkinson's Awareness Month, Stress Awareness Month, and Sibling's Day. We have some great information to share about all three of these topics. Take a look! Read More
Need Help Now with Your Rare Disease? Care Managers Can Help.
By Stacy Alcide, RN, Certified Aging Life Care Manager As care managers, we can quickly and professionally assess situations and guide families to the best decisions for them and their loved ones. Everyone and every situation are different. However, a care manager can...
Listen to Ellen on ABCs of Disability Planning Podcast
By Eric Jorgensen Frequently families like mine don't know what's available to help us, we're too focused on getting through our day-to-day. But even if we had time, we would need to know what to look for. There had to be a better way, so I started this podcast. It's...