I Don’t Know What to Say: Communicating with Someone with Dementia
Watching a loved one’s cognitive decline due to dementia is difficult.
National Poetry Month...Not Again!
Growing up, one of my grandmothers was often reciting poetry.
It’s All About Family!
As our loved ones age, we are faced with navigating a healthcare system that can be challenging even for those working in healthcare.
Let’s Talk About Death
After working with elderly clients and families for several years I have found that end-of-life planning is one of the most challenging topics of conversation.
What’s The Matter With Retiring?
Another concern about reaching the age of retirement is maintaining a level of activity that supports a healthy lifestyle.
The Gift of Time
I hear so many people pondering over what to give to their older loved ones for the holidays.
Reading and our Brains
In every assessment of a potential client I ask about hobbies, and nothing is more satisfying than meeting another reader.
Hearing Loss Addressed
Working as a care manager with the geriatric population provides opportunities to look for links between aging and preventable areas of decline in quality of life.
The Emergency File: A Simple Step That Can Save Lives
One tip I share with all my clients and families is how to prepare an organized file to streamline information sharing in the event of a medical emergency.

