Aging Life Care AssociationElder Law Archives – Aging Life Care Association https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/category/elder-law/ 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 Elder Law Archives – Aging Life Care Association https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/category/elder-law/ 32 32 93799987 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 What is an Aging Life Care Manager? https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/what-is-an-aging-life-care-manager/ Wed, 05 May 2021 19:00:34 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2452 As you manage the care of an aging loved one, it can be helpful to seek support from a professional. Learn about the unique role an aging life care manager plays and how to select one that meets your needs. There are many different reasons you or your loved one may need extra care. Whether … Continue reading What is an Aging Life Care Manager? →

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]]> 2452 7 Common Myths About Elder Abuse https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/7-common-myths-about-elder-abuse2020/ Mon, 15 Jun 2020 15:57:59 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2038 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was launched in 2006 on June 15th by the World Health Organization. Elder abuse is one of the most overlooked public health problems in the United States. Victims of abuse are three times more likely than those who weren’t mistreated to die prematurely. Learn how to identify those at risk and … Continue reading 7 Common Myths About Elder Abuse →

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]]> 2038 Covid19: Till Death Do Us Part and No Sooner-An Aging Life Care Manager Advocating for A Simple Wish https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/covid19-till-death-do-us-part-and-no-sooner-an-aging-life-care-manager-advocating-for-a-simple-wish/ Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:49:20 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1938 By: Bridget Ritossa //// During the first week of April I spent 48-hours working a case given to me by an elder lawyer.  A client was at the hospital and deemed medically stable.  The nursing home that sent him there for cardiac trouble would not take him back unless the hospital agreed to the terms … Continue reading Covid19: Till Death Do Us Part and No Sooner-An Aging Life Care Manager Advocating for A Simple Wish →

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]]> 1938 Why You Should Hire an Aging Life Care Professional® https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/why-you-should-hire-an-aging-life-care-professional/ Thu, 18 Jul 2019 21:04:12 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2196 With ALCA Members Kate Granigan and Lisa Mayfield

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]]> 2196 Observe, Recognize, Prevent: 7 Common Myths About Elder Abuse https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/observe-recognize-prevent-7-common-myths-elder-abuse/ Thu, 15 Jun 2017 18:49:13 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1537 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was launched in 2006 on June 15th by the World Health Organization. Elder abuse is one of the most overlooked public health problems in the United States. Victims of abuse are three times more likely than those who weren’t mistreated to die prematurely. Learn how to identify those at risk and … Continue reading Observe, Recognize, Prevent: 7 Common Myths About Elder Abuse →

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]]> 1537 Ten Things Everyone Should Do At Retirement https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/ten-things-everyone-should-do-at-retirement/ Tue, 30 May 2017 18:00:28 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1533 When asked for their best piece of advice, Aging Life Care Professionals are quick to respond: “Be prepared,” “Make a plan for aging,” “Don’t wait for a crisis to strike,” “Build a team of trusted friends, family and professionals.” So when you head into retirement, be sure to take the necessary steps to plan for … Continue reading Ten Things Everyone Should Do At Retirement →

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]]> 1533 Special Needs Children and the Aging Parent https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/special-needs-children-and-the-aging-parent/ Tue, 11 Oct 2016 19:00:06 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1407 Having an adult child with “special needs,” and planning ahead for his or her care, is a concern for parents throughout the child’s lifespan.  Most of these adult children are extremely dependent upon their parents, counting on them to provide fully for their safety and well-being, as well as love and encouragement. As the parents … Continue reading Special Needs Children and the Aging Parent →

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]]> 1407 Aging Life Care Managers Ensure Estate Plan Matches Reality of Care Needs https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/aging-life-care-managers-ensure-estate-plan-matches-reality-of-care-needs/ Tue, 17 May 2016 15:00:21 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1128 The typical estate planning team most often includes the attorney, an accountant, financial advisor, and sometimes an insurance professional.  With the increased number of older adults in our society and the changing landscape of family systems, there is a growing need for an estate planning team to include the professionals who can make client-specific recommendations … Continue reading Aging Life Care Managers Ensure Estate Plan Matches Reality of Care Needs →

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]]> 1128 What is Aging Life Care? https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/what-is-aging-life-care/ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 15:32:34 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=921 Overwhelmed by the choices and decisions involved with caring for an aging loved one? Hit with an emergency and don’t know where to start? Or do you want to  plan for your own senior years and make your own decisions? No matter your individual situation or preferences, Aging Life Care Professionals™ offer a client-centered approach to … Continue reading What is Aging Life Care? →

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