Aging Life Care AssociationCare Managers Archives – Aging Life Care Association https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/category/care-managers/ The experts in aging well. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:12:03 +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 Care Managers Archives – Aging Life Care Association https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/category/care-managers/ 32 32 93799987 Solutions for Aging Adults https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/solutions-for-aging-adults/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 02:26:47 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=328 Aging Life Care Professionals™ on Finding the How By taking a holistic, client-centered approach, Aging Life Care Professionals have the distinct advantage of finding solutions for aging adults that ensure both quality of care and optimal life for their clients. Here, Aging Life Care Association™ member Kate Granigan, MSW, LICSW, CASWCM shares that not saying “no” … Continue reading Solutions for Aging Adults →

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]]> 328 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 Is a Career in Aging Life Care™ Right for You? https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/is-a-career-in-aging-life-care-right-for-you/ Fri, 15 Aug 2025 20:18:31 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2868 If you are in the health and human service fields and looking for a career where you make a difference in people’s lives, stop here and watch this video. Aging Life Care Management is a fast-growing, in-demand profession where your guidance can lead families to the actions and decisions that ensure quality care and an … Continue reading Is a Career in Aging Life Care™ Right for You? →

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]]> 2868 Free ‘Ask an Aging Life Care Manager®’ Virtual Sessions in May https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/unlock-expert-insights-free-ask-an-aging-life-care-manager-virtual-sessions-in-may/ Sun, 27 Apr 2025 17:57:22 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3169 Free “Ask an Aging Life Care Manager” virtual sessions to be held most Fridays in May to celebrate National Aging Life Care™ Month and Older Americans Month. Participants can ask professional Aging Life Care Managers® their questions about aging and care planning. Registration is necessary and is on a first come, first served basis at … Continue reading Free ‘Ask an Aging Life Care Manager®’ Virtual Sessions in May →

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]]> 3169 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 Seven Signs That an Aging Parent Needs Help https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/seven-signs-that-an-aging-parent-needs-help/ Thu, 05 Sep 2024 18:11:18 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=541 Does your aging parent need help? As an Aging Life Care™ advisor, I know how fiercely older adults want to maintain their independence. Many feel that their adult children don’t understand them or are making something out of nothing — a fall, a burnt pot, a call from the police station. They make promises to … Continue reading Seven Signs That an Aging Parent Needs Help →

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]]> 541 A Daughter’s Perspective on Senior Living https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/a-daughters-perspective-on-senior-living/ Tue, 27 Aug 2024 21:07:05 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3582 Written by: Mary Ann Buckley MSW, LCSW-C I have assisted many older adults in making moves to senior communities over the last 20 years. Last month I assisted my own mother in moving to a senior living community. Discussing the move, finding the perfect community, planning for, and making the actual move took on a … Continue reading A Daughter’s Perspective on Senior Living →

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]]> 3582 What Distinguishes an Aging Life Care Manager from Other Geriatric Care Managers? https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/what-distinguishes-an-aging-life-care-manager-from-other-geriatric-care-managers/ Mon, 12 Aug 2024 22:23:42 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3557 What is Aging Life Care Management? Aging Life Care Management, also known as geriatric care management, focuses on improving the quality of life for older adults and their families through comprehensive planning and management of care needs. This involves addressing not only health concerns but also financial, legal, and social aspects to ensure the well-being … Continue reading What Distinguishes an Aging Life Care Manager from Other Geriatric Care Managers? →

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]]> 3557 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 Breaking the Stigma: Embracing Mental Health Treatment in Older Adults https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/breaking-the-stigma-embracing-mental-health-treatment-in-older-adults/ Thu, 30 May 2024 16:28:10 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3418 By Sam van Kalkeren, MSN, RN, CMC, CDP, CADDCT – Aging Life Care Association® Breaking the Stigma: Embracing Mental Health Treatment in Older Adults Mental health is just as important as physical health for older adults. Let’s break the stigma and prioritize mental well-being. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth Many people with mental illness report that the stigma surrounding … Continue reading Breaking the Stigma: Embracing Mental Health Treatment in Older Adults →

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