Aging Life Care AssociationEnd of Life Care Archives – Aging Life Care Association https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/category/end-of-life-care/ 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 End of Life Care Archives – Aging Life Care Association https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/category/end-of-life-care/ 32 32 93799987 HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE – UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/hospice-and-palliative-care-understanding-the-difference/ Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:21:33 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3052 by Melissa L. Johnson, RN, BSN, MHA, CHPN, CCM – Aging Life Care Association® Member Palliative care and hospice care are both specialized healthcare models that focus on palliation, or relief of symptoms, associated with serious, debilitating illnesses. Such symptoms may include pain, difficulty breathing, nausea, or the need for additional emotional support. Palliative care … Continue reading HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE – UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE →

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]]> 3052 In Honor of Older American’s Month – One Aging Life Care Manager’s story https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/in-honor-of-older-americans-month-one-aging-life-care-managers-story/ Fri, 14 May 2021 19:12:35 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2480 They met during WW2 – he, a handsome Yankee flyboy; she, a Morse Code operator for the Women’s Australian Air Force.  He was fascinated by her flaming red hair and beauty; she was attracted to his bravado and good looks.  They married and he moved her from the sunny shores of Terrigal, NSW, to northern … Continue reading In Honor of Older American’s Month – One Aging Life Care Manager’s story →

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]]> 2480 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 Aging Life Care Managers – Experts in Aging and Organizing https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/aging-life-care-managers-experts-in-aging-and-organizing/ Mon, 05 Oct 2020 23:04:56 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2236 Older adult children working from home have been contacting Aging Life Care Managers such as those at Careplan Geriatric Care Managers in Cleveland, Ohio to get organized.  Children are taking advantage of the extra time to get their elderly parents health and personal matters organized in the event of an unfortunate event. Karen McGinty of … Continue reading Aging Life Care Managers – Experts in Aging and Organizing →

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]]> 2236 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 Could COVID-19 have contributed to my mother’s death https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/could-covid-19-have-contributed-to-my-mothers-death/ Tue, 14 Apr 2020 22:20:20 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1906 by: Charlene Neu Could COVID-19 have contributed to my Mom’s death on March 2? We will never know, though she was considered to be in the most vulnerable group and had been diagnosed with Pneumonia mid-February. What I do know is that as heartbreaking it was to lose her then, it would be devastating to … Continue reading Could COVID-19 have contributed to my mother’s death →

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]]> 1906 Love In the Time of COVID-19 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/love-in-the-time-of-covid-19/ Fri, 20 Mar 2020 22:55:11 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1869 by Lisa Kaufman I received a call this morning. A man who has never spoken with me before wanted my opinion about the care needs of his 80-year-old mother. He explained that she has moderate to severe (read severe) dementia, visual impairment, is hard of hearing and is in renal failure requiring dialysis. He went … Continue reading Love In the Time of COVID-19 →

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]]> 1869 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 Managing the Death of a Parent – A Guide from the Experts in Aging Well https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/managing-the-death-of-a-parent/ Thu, 02 Mar 2017 19:38:47 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1504 When we we talk about coping with the loss of a parent, most often it is in the context of dealing with life after a parent dies. But what about managing the death of a parent and how to help them during the process? Start with this help from the experts in aging well.  My Parent is Dying, … Continue reading Managing the Death of a Parent – A Guide from the Experts in Aging Well →

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]]> 1504 Aging In Place? How to Plan for the Care You Need at Home https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/aging-in-place-how-to-plan-for-the-care-you-need-at-home/ Wed, 10 Feb 2016 18:04:49 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=948 In this free eBook from the Aging Life Care Association™, you will learn how you can plan for and get the care you need at home. Planning for the Care You Need at Home also shows you how to work with your family to ensure your choices and wishes are supported. Planning for the Care … Continue reading Aging In Place? How to Plan for the Care You Need at Home →

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