Posts about Care Management
So many of us worry about our loved ones being safe, comfortable and treated with kindness when they are living a senior community (i.e. assisted living). The sad fact is most elder abuse is by a family member. Abuse can come in many forms such as intimidation (emotional), physical or financial, neglect, etc. But what […]
I’m always a little unsure how to provide a meaningful answer when we are asked, “What does an Aging Life™ Care Manager do?”. To many, our responsibilities seem straight-forward. To others, they may scratch their head and try to imagine how we might be able to help a loved-one better than family. Families don’t necessarily […]
It can be a little confusing. Both terms use the word care. When an older adult needs help, we commonly think of someone who can come to the home and help around the house. They are known as Aides (or caregivers, certified nurse’s aides, companion, private duty aides). While this is true, isn’t it also […]