Aging Life Care AssociationALCAmarcom, Author at Aging Life Care Association https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/author/scolaianniadmin/ The experts in aging well. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:19:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/cropped-ALCA_Logos_icon_cropped2-32x32.png ALCAmarcom, Author at Aging Life Care Association https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/author/scolaianniadmin/ 32 32 93799987 Dad Had a Stroke… Now What? https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/dad-had-a-stroke-now-what/ Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:49:24 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2396 Mr. Smith is 79 years old. A week ago, he had a stroke while home alone. Thankfully, his youngest son arrived minutes later and got Mr. Smith admitted to the hospital. After a week, the hospital discharge planner contacted Mr. Smith’s oldest son, Paul, who is listed as his healthcare POA (Power of Attorney). The … Continue reading Dad Had a Stroke… Now What? →

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]]> 2396 Six things you can do right now to prevent falls at home https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/six-things-you-can-do-right-now-to-prevent-falls-at-home/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:50:51 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2550 The CDC reports one in four Americans aged 65 and older falls each year. With more seniors choosing to age in place and stay at home, the risk of falling increases. Here are some areas you can examine in your home right now to reduce the risk of falls.   Tips to prevent falls at … Continue reading Six things you can do right now to prevent falls at home →

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]]> 2550 Why Certification Matters in Aging Life Care Management: What Families Need to Know https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/why-certification-matters-in-aging-life-care-management-what-families-need-to-know/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 18:53:26 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3855 When the health and well-being of an aging loved one becomes increasingly complex, families often turn to an Aging Life Care Manager® (sometimes called geriatric care managers) for expert guidance. But how do you know you’re hiring someone truly qualified to manage the challenges of aging? One key indicator is professional certification. In this post, … Continue reading Why Certification Matters in Aging Life Care Management: What Families Need to Know →

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]]> 3855 How to choose a Skilled Nursing Facility https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/how-to-choose-a-skilled-nursing-facility/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 17:00:19 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2631 When families have exhausted other options sometimes the decision is made to move an older loved one in a skilled nursing facility. Usually, this decision is made under stress, without much time, and/or without a lot of information. You do not need to do this alone. Having a partner in this process, i.e. a professional … Continue reading How to choose a Skilled Nursing Facility →

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]]> 2631 Elder Abuse: Shattering Myths and Taking Action https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/june-15th-is-world-elder-abuse-awareness-day/ Mon, 09 Jun 2025 20:49:23 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2575 Elder Abuse Awareness: Shattering Myths and Taking Action //// By: Jullie Gray, DSW, MSW, LICSW, CMC – Aging Life Care Association™ Member   //// June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the abuse and neglect of older adults. This global event aims to foster a better understanding of … Continue reading Elder Abuse: Shattering Myths and Taking Action →

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]]> 2575 Dementia caregiving is a marathon, not a sprint. https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/caregiving-is-a-marathon-make-sure-you-have-the-right-people-in-your-lifeboat/ Mon, 27 Jan 2025 21:31:09 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1836 Being a caregiver for a person living with dementia can be lonely. Over time, friends and family may start to fade away or your involvement with the person in your care can become more time consuming. Your world can begin to feel small. Dementia caregiving can be overwhelming. As you encounter tricky situations, you might … Continue reading Dementia caregiving is a marathon, not a sprint. →

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]]> 1836 LGBTQIA Care Managers in Care Management https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/lgbtq-care-managers-in-care-management/ Thu, 06 Jun 2024 18:51:46 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2588 While Aging Life Care Managers come from a variety of backgrounds and expertise, they all have high qualifications, certifications, and uphold ALCA’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics. Founded in 1985 by a handful of geriatric care social workers in New York City, the organization has grown to be nationwide and includes educated professionals … Continue reading LGBTQIA Care Managers in Care Management →

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]]> 2588 Solos: They Are Looking For You https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/solos-they-are-looking-for-you/ Fri, 01 Oct 2021 19:00:46 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2793 Those who serve older adults periodically come across individuals with no children or children who live at a distance from them. Historically, most adults aged 65 and above seemed to have at least one family member who could provide some measure of care and support. That situation is now changing, however, in a big way, … Continue reading Solos: They Are Looking For You →

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]]> 2793 ALCA Member Spotlight—Ann Burke, Cincinnati, Ohio https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/alca-member-spotlight-ann-burke-cincinnati-ohio/ Wed, 29 Sep 2021 19:00:57 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2784 This week we are spotlighting one of our members and recipient of the ALCA Midwest Chapter Outstanding Member Award for 2020 – Ann Sutton Burke. Tell us about your current practice? The practice I manage is CareLink, Your Experts in Aging based in Cincinnati Ohio. It is part of a non-profit agency, Jewish Family Service … Continue reading ALCA Member Spotlight—Ann Burke, Cincinnati, Ohio →

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]]> 2784 Quality of Life – What Really Matters https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/quality-of-life-what-really-matters/ Wed, 22 Sep 2021 19:00:09 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2788 Helen is 93 years old and has lived at an assisted living community since she was 90. She has a one-room suite with her own bathroom. It is decorated with her favorite things and whatever furniture that would fit. She has one window that overlooks some trees and a strategically placed bird feeder. Tom is 84 … Continue reading Quality of Life – What Really Matters →

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