As you make travel plans to see your loved ones this holiday season, you may want to prepare yourself for what you’ll find when you get there. Parents are pretty good at hiding their ailments — until we see them in person. And without a helpful resource, knowing the...
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Holiday Travel Tips for Seniors: The Ultimate Pre-Trip and Packing Checklist
By Jackie Tangires, LCSW-C, Certified Aging Life Care Manager Traveling with elderly family members during the holidays can be a heartwarming experience, creating cherished memories for all generations. However, it also requires careful planning and consideration of...
Medicare Open Enrollment Begins October 15, 2025
By Jackie Tangires, LCSW-C, Certified Aging Life Care Manager Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15, 2025, and ends December 7, 2025. Do not delay, start planning today! Make this a priority! You are ALWAYS encouraged to review your coverage from year to...
Get the Right Medicare Plan for 2026 – Avert Traps with these Helpful Tips
By Jackie Tangires, LCSW-C, Certified Aging Life Care Manager Are you approaching Medicare enrollment or helping a loved one navigate these crucial healthcare decisions? Medicare offers a range of plans, and understanding the available options can make a big...
The Growing Alzheimer’s Crisis: What You Need to Know – and How to Help
Every year, the Alzheimer’s Association releases its Alzheimer’s Facts and Figures report - a powerful look at the toll Alzheimer’s and other dementias are taking on individuals, families, and the nation. The numbers are staggering. But behind every statistic is a...
Celebrating Healthy Aging Month: Tips for Thriving at Every Age
By Steve Gale, Business Development Coordinator Celebrating Healthy Aging Month: Tips for Thriving at Every Age Stay Sharp by Staying Engaged One of the best things we can do for our brains as we age is to stay mentally and socially active. Isolation and...
Restoring Lives and Rebuilding Hope: The Transformative Role of Rehab Services
By Ellen S. Platt, MEd, CRC, CCM, President of The Option Group and Certified Aging Life Care Manager We're recognizing National Rehabilitation Awareness Week - a time to appreciate the profound impact that rehabilitation services have on the lives of individuals...
Driving and Aging: How to Have a Conversation with a Loved One
By Jackie Tangires, LCSW-C, Certified Aging Life Care Manager, The Option Group Do you remember the day you passed your driver's certification test and received your official driver's license? Oh, joy! The sense of freedom that came with that small piece of paper. The...
Common Scams and Digital Assets: Helpful Tips Every Adult Should Command Today
Each year, millions of people - especially older adults - fall victim to scams. Worse still, scammers are getting more creative, persuasive, and emotionally manipulative. And while protecting your money is essential, your digital assets - online accounts, personal...