Category Archives: Guest Writer

Women’s History is Our Future

April 28, 2021Aging Life Care Professionals, ALCA History, Anne Sansevero, Caregiving, Education, Guest Writer ALCA Marketing

Anne speaking at Rory Meyers College of Nursing at NYU in March 29, 2018. March is National Women’s History Month and May is National Aging Life Care Month – so for the final week of April – we are featuring a lovely account from ALCA Board Treasurer and NY Chapter President Anne Sansevero. ALCA … Continue reading Women’s History is Our Future →

Ten signs of when you need to be involved: the Coronavirus factor

April 23, 2021Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging Well, Bunni Dybnis, Care Recipients, Caregiving, COVID-19, Family Members, Guest Writer, Health ALCA Marketing

Paying attention to situations that can affect the well-being of older adults can make all the difference. The effect of the COVID19 virus has raised the risks of ignoring signs that indicate it is time to intervene. There are ever-changing regulations, testing regimes, surges in cases, availability of vaccinations, and even access to healthcare. This … Continue reading Ten signs of when you need to be involved: the Coronavirus factor →

Dad Had A Stroke… Now What? (Part II)

April 21, 2021Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging Parents, Caregiving, Family Members, Guest Writer, Health, Jennifer Beach, Long-Term Care ALCA Marketing

In my previous blog post, we learned Mr. Smith needed skilled rehabilitation services after his stroke. His son, Paul, selected a facility near his home with the goal of his dad returning home after he received skilled rehabilitation. Mr. Smith was motivated and worked hard on his physical, occupational and speech therapy. After about three months, Paul … Continue reading Dad Had A Stroke… Now What? (Part II) →

Staying Safe Post-Vaccine

April 14, 2021Aging Life Care Professionals, Care Recipients, Caregiving, COVID-19, Guest Writer, mask-wearing, vaccines ALCA Marketing

After almost a year of living during a pandemic, there is finally a light at the end of the tunnel! Thanks to the rollout of vaccines for the coronavirus, we finally can hope to return to a state of normalcy by the end of the year. But it is important to continue to exercise caution … Continue reading Staying Safe Post-Vaccine →

A Preventable Disaster Saddened and Frustrated Me

April 7, 2021Aging in Place, Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging Well, Alzheimer's, Assisted Living, Brenda Shorkend, Costs of Aging, Dementia, Family Members, Financial, Guest Writer ALCA Marketing

“Living with a Visionary” is a beautifully written essay by John Matthias, Professor Emeritus and writer, published in the New Yorker on February 1, 2021. It starts out as one of the most touching descriptions of living with a person with dementia that I have ever read. His wife, Diana, had Lewy Body Dementia and … Continue reading A Preventable Disaster Saddened and Frustrated Me →

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! →

Dad Had a Stroke… Now What?

March 24, 2021Aging Life Care Professionals, Care Managers, Care Recipients, Caregiving, Family Members, Guest Writer, Jennifer Beachaging life care professionals, Stroke ALCA Marketing

Mr. Smith is 79 years old. A week ago, he had a stroke while home alone. Thankfully, his youngest son arrived minutes later and got Mr. Smith admitted to the hospital. After a week, the hospital discharge planner contacted Mr. Smith’s oldest son, Paul, who is listed as his healthcare POA (Power of Attorney). The … Continue reading Dad Had a Stroke… Now What? →

Tips on Mask-wearing for People With Dementia

March 17, 2021Aging Parents, Alzheimer's, American Society on Aging, Care Managers, Caregiving, COVID-19, Dementia, Guest Writer, mask-wearing, Mental HealthCOVID19, dementia, masks ALCA Marketing

Although the temptation is strong now that vaccines are gaining distribution to become more relaxed about COVID-19 prevention, we cannot afford to let down our guards and stop masking up. In the United States, the CDC recommends anyone older than age 2 wear a mask, but there are many who are resistant to wearing one, … Continue reading Tips on Mask-wearing for People With Dementia →

Financially Helping Clients Fund Their Care Needs: Real Life Examples

March 8, 2021Aging in Place, Aging Parents, Costs of Aging, Financial, Financial Managers, Guest Writer, Lisa Rehburg, Retirement, Retirement ALCA Marketing

Aging Life Care Professionals(r) are called upon to assist clients with resources to handle their particular situations, including evaluating the financial resources necessary to help clients ensure quality care and an optimal life. Did you know that 500,000 seniors a year will walk away from their life insurance policies? This happens because they no longer … Continue reading Financially Helping Clients Fund Their Care Needs: Real Life Examples →