By Taie Leverette and Noel White May is a special time of year, full of rebirth and growth. It's also when we celebrate National Aging Life Care Month! This is a great time to honor those educated and certified professionals that are the "boots on the ground" for...
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...
February 2022 Newsletter
Many associate February with Valentine's Day. While it can be a romantic occasion for couples, it can also be a lonely time for our senior loved ones, especially widows. In this month's issue, we've provided some helpful tips for how to have fun with the senior in...
January 2022 Newsletter
Happy New Year! When it comes to resolutions, January is a popular time for us all to get healthy and organized. It's also a great time to plan ahead — for yourself and your loved ones. In this issue, we share information regarding the benefits of being proactive...
Hospice Care: Why Planning Now Can Pay Off Later
By: Morgan Fezza, Care Manager For years there have been many misconceptions and myths surrounding Hospice Care and End of Life situations. What many people do not know is how being proactive in receiving the correct comfort measures can make all the difference in...
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?...
Home for the Holidays: Things to Look for While Visiting Your Aging Parents
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...
Know the Answers to Lower Your Loved One’s Risk of Falls
By Janice Pressede, Nurse Care Manager The Fall season is here, and with the National Council on Aging's Falls Prevention week beginning, it seems appropriate to talk about fall prevention. Do you know how best to reduce your loved one's fall risk? Falls don't...
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...