Category Archives: Barbara Levison

Why Independence Matters as We Age 

Aging in Place, Aging Parents, Aging Well, Barbara Levison, Family Members, Guest Writer
Independence as We Age

Why Independence Matters as We Age  By Barbara Levison, MA, MSW, CMC  What does it truly mean to be independent? At its core, independence means having the freedom to live life on your own terms, choosing when to wake up, what to eat, where to go, and how to get there without relying on others.  … Continue reading Why Independence Matters as We Age  →

Being There: Advocating for Comfort and Dignity at the End of Life

Aging Life Care Professionals, Barbara Levison, Guest Writer, hospice care

Written by Barbara Levison, MA, MSW, CMC, Aging Life Care Manager Being There: Advocating for Comfort and Dignity at the End of Life When it’s time to choose hospice care for a loved one, families are often focused on one thing: reducing suffering and pain. For long distance caregivers, this can be especially difficult, worrying … Continue reading Being There: Advocating for Comfort and Dignity at the End of Life →