Category Archives: Linda Fodrini-Johnson

Racial Bias in Requesting Caregivers: How to rise above this problem!

April 2, 2021Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging Well, Alzheimer's, Care Managers, Caregiving, Dementia, Diversity, Equality, Geriatricians, Guest Writer, Linda Fodrini-Johnson, Mental Health ALCA Marketing

“My father will not tolerate a ____________ (fill-in-the-blank) caregiver. Can you promise me a ____________ one?” Having run a home care business for over 30 years I have heard this request many times over to my disbelief and sadness that an adult would not just want the best trained, most experienced, and kind caregiver for … Continue reading Racial Bias in Requesting Caregivers: How to rise above this problem! →

Mentors in the “Aging Space”

January 27, 2021Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging Well, Guest Writer, Linda Fodrini-Johnson, Mental Health, Retirement ALCA Marketing

Perhaps you are recently retired and have some skills you would like to share or maybe you find yourself in a role that you are not prepared for, possibly “family caregiver.” These are two examples where mentoring could benefit you in your later years. Mentoring is a win-win relationship between two people that is usually … Continue reading Mentors in the “Aging Space” →

This Fall, Prevent Falls For Your Elder Loved One

September 21, 2020Aging in Place, Aging Parents, Aging Well, Care Managers, Caregiving, Costs of Aging, Family Members, Guest Writer, Health, Linda Fodrini-Johnson ALCA Marketing

Fall Prevention Week: September 21 – September 25, 2020 According to the National Council on Aging, one in four Americans aged 65+ fall every year. Having an Aging Life Care Manager as part of your health care plan for your older loved one can help avoid this common, but avoidable, part of aging. As a … Continue reading This Fall, Prevent Falls For Your Elder Loved One →

“Dad resists every suggestion I make! Help!”

July 10, 2020Aging in Place, Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging Parents, Alzheimer's, Care Managers, Caregiving, Dementia, Family Members, Guest Writer, Linda Fodrini-Johnson, Long-Term Care, Mental Health ALCA Marketing

Susan is getting burnt out trying to care for her 91 year old father. She has a part-time job teaching and takes care of her two school-age grandchildren in the afternoons. Her mother has been gone for three years and Dad is truly struggling to stay independent, and failing at that. His neighbors and church … Continue reading “Dad resists every suggestion I make! Help!” →

Caring for Aging Parents during a Pandemic? Professional Support is Available!

April 16, 2020Aging Parents, Baby Boomers, COVID-19, Disaster Planning, Family Members, Guest Writer, Linda Fodrini-Johnson, Support ALCA Marketing

by: Linda Fodrini-Johnson Millions of families, and my own family, are under great pressure during this unprecedented time in our nation’s history. We had been worried or concerned about our aging parents before the pandemic, but now we are even more stressed worrying about them contracting this devastating disease. There is so much conflicting (and … Continue reading Caring for Aging Parents during a Pandemic? Professional Support is Available! →

Tips to Managing Anxiety in Challenging Times

March 30, 2020Care Managers, Family Members, Guest Writer, Linda Fodrini-Johnson, Mental Health ALCA Marketing

By: Linda Fodrini-Johnson, MA, MFT, CMC, Walnut Creek, CA The current worldwide pandemic is causing sleepless nights, hand wringing and some strange behaviors having to do with fear that can sometimes bring out the worst in us. However, we are also seeing some incredible acts of kindness and selflessness in neighbors helping neighbors. As, … Continue reading Tips to Managing Anxiety in Challenging Times →