Aging Life Care Associationaging parents Archives – Aging Life Care Association 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 aging parents Archives – Aging Life Care Association 32 32 93799987 Free ‘Ask an Aging Life Care Manager®’ Virtual Sessions in May https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/unlock-expert-insights-free-ask-an-aging-life-care-manager-virtual-sessions-in-may/ Sun, 27 Apr 2025 17:57:22 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3169 Free “Ask an Aging Life Care Manager” virtual sessions to be held most Fridays in May to celebrate National Aging Life Care™ Month and Older Americans Month. Participants can ask professional Aging Life Care Managers® their questions about aging and care planning. Registration is necessary and is on a first come, first served basis at … Continue reading Free ‘Ask an Aging Life Care Manager®’ Virtual Sessions in May →

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]]> 3169 Preparing for Winter Weather with Older Loved Ones https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/preparing-for-winter-weather-with-older-loved-ones/ Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:41:41 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=3135 Severe winter weather is descending across the United States, which greatly impacts the safety and well-being of the elderly, especially when the weather event is unexpected or comes fast. Here are some tips from the experts in aging well® to help your older loved one prep for winter weather. Before a Storm • Stay informed: … Continue reading Preparing for Winter Weather with Older Loved Ones →

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]]> 3135 Helping Your Aging Loved One Manage Their Finances https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/helping-your-aging-loved-one-manage-their-finances/ Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:03:13 +0000 https://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=2963 As our senior loved ones age, we may start seeing physical and mental signs of decline. While some signs are not worrisome, others may be more concerning: anxiety, depression, forgetfulness, and mishandling money. These could indicate more serious issues and are risky behaviors. So here are four things you can do to help your aging … Continue reading Helping Your Aging Loved One Manage Their Finances →

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]]> 2963 Sibling Rivalry and Aging Parents: 5 Tips to Keep the Peace https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/sibling-rivalry-and-aging-parents-5-tips-to-keep-the-peace/ Thu, 23 Mar 2017 14:00:32 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1510 Often when adult siblings receive a crisis alert that elderly Mom or Dad is sick, it is common for old roles and competitiveness to flare. How quickly an adult child can revert into acting like a kid when siblings get together. There is just something about being with brothers and sisters that can send you … Continue reading Sibling Rivalry and Aging Parents: 5 Tips to Keep the Peace →

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]]> 1510 Only Child Caring for Aging Parents https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/how-to-manage-parents-care-when-you-are-an-only-child/ Tue, 10 Jan 2017 19:00:30 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1484 Speaking as a third generation, only daughter and experienced Aging Life Care Professional™, I have many thoughts on an only child caring for aging parents. Perhaps being an only child propelled me to a career in Aging Life Care™ management. I’m an Only Child. How do I Care for My Aging Parents? by Suzanne Modigliani, … Continue reading Only Child Caring for Aging Parents →

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]]> 1484 Special Needs Children and the Aging Parent https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/special-needs-children-and-the-aging-parent/ Tue, 11 Oct 2016 19:00:06 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1407 Having an adult child with “special needs,” and planning ahead for his or her care, is a concern for parents throughout the child’s lifespan.  Most of these adult children are extremely dependent upon their parents, counting on them to provide fully for their safety and well-being, as well as love and encouragement. As the parents … Continue reading Special Needs Children and the Aging Parent →

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]]> 1407 Need Help Caring for Aging Parents? https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/need-help-caring-for-aging-parents/ Wed, 13 Jul 2016 19:00:21 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=1281 Hiring an Aging Life Care Professional™  when you need help caring for aging parents is really no different from hiring an attorney for legal needs or a CPA for preparing taxes.  Aging Life Care Professionals guide you through the often complicated maze of long-term care. From determining optimal housing to managing chronic health care issues, the … Continue reading Need Help Caring for Aging Parents? →

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]]> 1281 Caring for Aging Parents? Here are Six Steps to Help You Find Balance https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/caring-for-aging-parents-here-are-six-steps-to-help-you-find-balance/ Thu, 20 Aug 2015 22:09:52 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=577 Aging Life Care Association™ Releases Free eBook to Help You Live Well While Caring for Aging Parents by Linda Fodrini-Johnson, MA, MFT, CMC, Aging Life Care Association™ Member and Fellow of the Leadership Academy   We all strive for balance in our lives – nimbly tossing all those balls in the air and navigating their trajectory. When … Continue reading Caring for Aging Parents? Here are Six Steps to Help You Find Balance →

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]]> 577 What are the Hidden Costs of an Aging Parent? https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/what-are-the-hidden-costs-of-an-aging-parent/ Wed, 29 Jul 2015 15:00:49 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=526 by Jullie Gray, MSW, LICSW, CMC – Aging Life Care Associaion™ Member and Fellow of the Leadership Academy Adult children across the country belong to the sandwich generation. Like salami and cheese, they feel squished between the responsibilities of their careers, elder care and raising their kids. Often, family caregivers sacrifice their own well-being and … Continue reading What are the Hidden Costs of an Aging Parent? →

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]]> 526 7 Warning Signs That Aging Loved Ones Need Help https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/7-warning-signs-that-aging-loved-ones-need-help/ Thu, 02 Jul 2015 17:00:24 +0000 http://blog.aginglifecare.org/?p=415 As a Record Number of Seniors Are Living Alone, Aging Experts Offer 7 Warning Signs to Look for During Summer Visits to Older Family Members and Friends As millions of Americans travel during the summer, many adult children will spend time with their aging parents and loved ones. A record number of these older Americans … Continue reading 7 Warning Signs That Aging Loved Ones Need Help →

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