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How to Have a Successful Family Meeting Family meetings are incredibly valuable when it comes to planning the future care of an older loved one. Whether it’s deciding on long-term care, discussing financial arrangements, or determining caregiving responsibilities, these meetings help improve communication and bring family members together in a unified front. While these conversations… Read More
Medicare – Open Enrollment Period Starts Soon – PART 2 Medicare’s annual open enrollment period starts October 15 and runs through December 7. In this post we look at how the open enrollment period works, the options it opens up, and some things to consider when reviewing and possibly changing your Medicare choices. For any… Read More
Medicare Open Enrollment Period Starts Soon – Part I Medicare’s annual open enrollment period begins October 15 and runs through December 7. This is an important time to review available coverage options and make sure you or your loved one is getting the most out of the program. In this post we offer a broad-brush… Read More
Fall is Vaccine Season As we enter another cold and flu season, it’s important to take every precaution to keep ourselves healthy. Influenza can be miserable for anyone, so can COVID-19. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) people over the age of 65 are particularly at risk for severe illness, hospitalization, and death… Read More
How Aging Life Care Managers Support Older Adults, No Matter Where They Live As we age, navigating life’s transitions can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s managing health challenges, coordinating care, or planning for future needs, older adults often face unique complexities. Aging Life Care Managers™ are professionals who specialize in guiding seniors and their families through… Read More
Mobile Apps for Family Caregivers Many of us have smartphones that offer a wide selection of mobile applications for entertainment, education, communication, and so much more. So, it is not surprising that there are several options for organizing and delegating family caregiving responsibilities. In fact, the National Institutes of Health analyzed more than 175 applications… Read More
Make a Plan for Firearm Safety You may be familiar with the idea of an advance directive for health care. An advance directive is a legal document that specifies a person’s preferences for medical care if they become unable to make decisions for themselves due to illness or incapacity. It serves as a guide for… Read More
Safe Driving for Older Adults As our population ages, the issue of safe driving for older adults becomes increasingly significant. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2022 the number of traffic deaths—8,572—involving a driver 65 and older was the highest since at least 1975, highlighting the importance of addressing driving safety among… Read More
Self-Care for the Family Caregiver Being a family caregiver is a rewarding but often stressful role. Balancing the needs of your loved one with your own can be challenging. That’s why caregivers must prioritize self-care. Here are seven practical ways to maintain your mental and physical health with serving as a caregiver. Carve out daily… Read More
Managing Incontinence Incontinence. It’s common. It’s underdiscussed. And often, it is a challenge faced by people who are caring for older loved ones. Incontinence is the involuntary loss of bladder or bowel control. There are several types of incontinence, each with its own set of causes and characteristics. It’s a fairly common problem. The American… Read More