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...
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...
Can a Health Care Advocate Improve My Life Today?
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...
The Six Hidden Costs of Caring for an Aging Parent
Being a family caregiver is no easy task. It requires time, patience, and unwavering commitment. Those who approach caregiving with realistic expectations, seek support, and plan ahead often navigate the journey more successfully than those who go it alone. It's also...
Aging Strong: Maryland’s Plan Seen to Champion the Older Worker
By Steve Gale, Business Development Coordinator As Maryland’s population ages, older adults are playing an increasingly vital role in the state’s economy and communities. With people living longer and healthier lives, older Marylanders are not only staying active in...
Aging Life Care Managers: Making a Profound Difference in People’s Lives Today
Across the country, Aging Life Care Managers® are transforming the lives of older adults and their families. Through a trusted blend of expertise, ethical practice, compassionate guidance, and unwavering advocacy, these professionals offer services that are not only...
How Can The Option Group’s Aging Life Care Managers Help You Today?
By Jackie Tangires, LCSW-C, Certified Aging Life Care Manager May is Aging Life Care Month. The Option Group's Certified Aging Life Care Managers understand the challenges of caring for individuals who need assistance throughout their lifespan due to aging, dementia,...
Spring into Wellness: A Guide to Refreshing Your Home and Health This Season
By Steve Gale, Business Development Coordinator As winter's chill fades and flowers begin to bloom, spring offers the perfect opportunity to embrace a fresh start—both inside and out. For seniors, spring cleaning is more than just a tidy-up; it’s a chance to reset,...
Improve your Nutrition with these 20 Choices for Healthy Snacking for Seniors
Most of us know that nutrition plays a vital role in aging well. Healthy eating means consuming a diet consisting of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats. This combination helps to ward off diseases including type 2...