Category Archives: Guest Writer

Keeping Older Adults Safe in the Heat

Aging Well, Caregiving, Elyse Weber-Sacks, Family Members, Health
Photo by Sam Williams for Unsplash. Two older people walking together in short sleeves and shorts.

Summer is in full swing in the Northern Hemisphere. Weather extremes are increasing, with hotter temps a concern for large swathes of the U.S. At the same time, the U.S. population is older than ever before and there are safety measures to keep in mind when we venture outdoors. It’s important to take precautions when … Continue reading Keeping Older Adults Safe in the Heat →

Elder Abuse: Shattering Myths and Taking Action

Aging in Place, Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging Parents, Caregiving, Elder Abuse, Guest Writer, Jullie Gray, Mental Health
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Elder Abuse Awareness: Shattering Myths and Taking Action //// By: Jullie Gray, DSW, MSW, LICSW, CMC – Aging Life Care Association™ Member   //// June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the abuse and neglect of older adults. This global event aims to foster a better understanding of … Continue reading Elder Abuse: Shattering Myths and Taking Action →

LGBTQIA Care Managers in Care Management

Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging Well, Care Managers, Care Recipients, Caregiving, Cindy Hillman, Diversity, Equality, Guest Writer, Inclusion, LGBTQ

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 →

Breaking the Stigma: Embracing Mental Health Treatment in Older Adults

Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging Parents, Care Managers, Caregiving, Family Members, Guest Writer, Health, Mental Health, Sam van Kalkeren, Solo Agers

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 →

Falls: Prevention and What to Ask Your Older Loved One

Aging in Place, Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging Parents, Aging Well, Anne Sansevero, Health, , , , , , ,
An older woman sitting alone on a bench in a garden with a walking aid next to her

Falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and the most common cause of nonfatal, trauma-related hospital admissions among older adults. For many elders who have a fall, this is often the beginning of a deleterious cascade of ill health that will lead to trauma, hospitalization, decreased mobility, depression, and in some cases, even death. … Continue reading Falls: Prevention and What to Ask Your Older Loved One →

Tips for Helping a Loved One Adjust to Assisted Living

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Do you have a senior loved one who needs more resources, time, and care with daily activities than you alone can provide? Are you considering moving them to an assisted living community? These are designed to provide care and assistance with daily activities, while ensuring their residents some level of independence.   However, moving to an … Continue reading Tips for Helping a Loved One Adjust to Assisted Living →

The Basics of Medical Alert Systems

Aging in Place, Corporate Partners, David Michaels, Guest Writer, ,
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Thinking about using a Medical Alert System / Personal Emergency Response System? ALCA Corporate Partner David Michaels shares the basics of Medical Alert Systems to help determine the best system for you or your aging loved one. What You Need to Know Before Choosing a Medical Alert System by David Michaels, Aging Life Care Association® … Continue reading The Basics of Medical Alert Systems →

Beat the Heat: 7 Safety Tips for Aging Adults

Guest Writer, Health
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It’s been a challenging year, with social isolation, a worldwide pandemic, and having to be confined indoors.  Now that it’s Summer, and most of the outdoor restrictions have been lifted, it is exciting to finally be able to venture outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather, the blossoming flowers, and the abundant sunshine! However, there are … Continue reading Beat the Heat: 7 Safety Tips for Aging Adults →

Gray is a Color of the Rainbow

Anne Sansevero, LGBTQ,
faces of LGBTQ+ elderly people of different backgrounds

This Pride Month, Aging Life Care Professionals across the country join in celebrating and honoring LGBTQ+ elders. Included in this celebration is understanding the unique needs of LGBTQ+ elders and creating care plans that support and enhance their individual lifestyles. According to SAGE, LGBTQ+ elders are: Twice as likely to be single and live alone … Continue reading Gray is a Color of the Rainbow →

National Aging Life Care™ Month Highlights Solution for Overwhelmed Caregivers

Aging Life Care Professionals, Caregiving, Debbie Feldman,

As the aging population continues to grow, so does the demand for caregivers. During National Aging Life Care™ Month this May, the Aging Life Care Association is raising awareness around a solution for caregivers and families of aging adults — Aging Life Care Managers®. This network of professionals are experts in aging, helping ensure a … Continue reading National Aging Life Care™ Month Highlights Solution for Overwhelmed Caregivers →