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Category Archives: Aging in Place
Villages are Sprouting Up All Over America
With recognition that older adults prefer to age in place in their own homes and in the communities they have known, the Village Concept has taken off across America. Villages are now operating in 56 communities, and are in development … Continue reading
Caring for an Elderly Loved One – More Tips to Help Prevent Falls
Beyond the home safety checklist we use to improve conditions in the home for fall protection, there are a few more important steps to take for additional protection. It’s also very important to remember that: As people age, the effects … Continue reading
Seniors and Home Safety – A Guide to Help Prevent Falls
Geriatric Care Managers are often called upon by family and caregivers to conduct an assessment of the older adult, part of which includes assessing the home for safety. There are many useful lists out there, and one of them is from … Continue reading
Seniors and Disaster Planning – September is Emergency Preparedness Month
Living in Northern Virginia, I and millions of others on the East Coast, experienced the 5.9 earthquake, and then four days later, Hurricane Irene. In both events, at least where I am, luck was on our side. While the earthquake shook … Continue reading
Geriatric Care Management 101: What Should We Expect from a Care Plan?
The National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM) stipulates that a care manager, in order “to provide the highest quality of service to clients, should develop a flexible care plan that is developed in conjunction with the older person and/or … Continue reading
Technology and Your Parents – Web Resources
As a Geriatric Care Manager, with a primary focus on aging, I often get asked about technology for aging in place, whether it be monitoring devices, medication dispensers or medic alert devices. These devices, and many others, are useful for a later stage … Continue reading
Geriatric Care Management 101: What Every Caregiver Needs to Know (Part 2)
What are the Benefits of Using a Geriatric Care Manager? The benefits are both to you and your loved one. Especially if you are a working professional, adding a Professional Geriatric Care Manager to your caregiving team will allow you … Continue reading
Geriatric Care Management 101: What Every Caregiver Needs to Know (Part 1)
What is a Geriatric Care Manager? According to the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers, a Geriatric Care Manager is defined as “a health and human services specialist who helps families who are caring for older relatives. Further, “the … Continue reading
Need Elder Care Services? Maybe Your Bank Can Help
I recently spoke with some bank colleagues about the role and benefits of elder care services in banks. At first glance this may seem an unlikely combination, but in fact, it is increasingly a benefit offered to private bank and … Continue reading
Considering a Reverse Mortgage? First Check This Guide
For many homeowners age 62 and over, a reverse mortgage can be a viable option for financial flexibility. It can provide a way to access part of your home equity to use loan proceeds for what you want or need, … Continue reading