Cleveland Elder Care Answers Blog

The CarePlan Care Managers‘ Cleveland Elder Care Answers Blog is a great opportunity to gain knowledge in the area of care for loved ones. Offering the advice, information as well as solutions to some of the toughest descisions we all have to make. with this in mind, take time to scroll through the variety of articles that our CareBlog provides.

Geriatric Care vs. Adult Care: The Best for Mom

Our parents guide us through navigating the healthcare system from birth. Throughout our lives, we meet various specialists. We eventually take on our own healthcare responsibilities. As time goes on,…
Dentures sitting on a white table with a teal A pair of dentures are sitting on a white table with a teal toothbrush in front of them.

Denture Care: How to Make Your Dentures Last

As we get older, our chances of needing dentures increase. Unfortunately, dentures are not cheap, but they help us eat and speak. Thankfully, proper denture care can help them last…
An older male in glasses and a long-sleeved blue shirt face a younger woman in an afro and yellow cardigan. She is helping him do physical exercise, possibly in memory care.

Memory Care: Get Mom and Dad Expert Help

The time has come for you to consider memory care for your family member. They likely have a memory impairment, like Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia. You notice…

Aging Life Care Association

The Experts in Aging Well
  • Turkey with a Side of Sibling Conflict
    by Laura Sanchez on November 18, 2024 at 4:30 PM

    The fight over the last piece of pumpkin pie  may not be the only struggle this Thanksgiving. As families gather around the table, many will have the difficult conversations of how to care for mom or dad.  These conversations can be emotionally charged and test sibling bonds. How to Overcome & Manage Sibling Conflict with Aging … Continue reading Turkey with a Side of Sibling Conflict → The post Turkey with a Side of Sibling Conflict appeared first on Aging Life Care Association.

  • Supporting Family Caregivers with Burnout
    by Laura Sanchez on November 11, 2024 at 7:18 PM

    Aging Life Care Professionals™ Help You Avoid the Pitfalls of Caregiving by Jullie Gray, DSW, MSW, LICSW, CMC — Aging Life Care Association™ Member and Fellow of the Leadership Academy   Caregiving for an aging loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. Unpaid family members who provide substantial caregiving support by managing medical appointments, … Continue reading Supporting Family Caregivers with Burnout → The post Supporting Family Caregivers with Burnout appeared first on Aging Life Care Association.

  • Helping Seniors Age in Place: Identifying Functional Issues and Solutions
    by Laura Sanchez on October 16, 2024 at 9:44 PM

    Aging in place offers seniors the comfort and familiarity of their own homes, but it comes with its own set of challenges. Addressing functional issues within the home environment is crucial to supporting seniors’ desires to live independently while ensuring their safety and well-being. In this blog post, we’ll explore common functional issues that can … Continue reading Helping Seniors Age in Place: Identifying Functional Issues and Solutions → The post Helping Seniors Age in Place: Identifying Functional Issues and Solutions appeared first on Aging Life Care Association.

  • Caregiver Guide: Do’s and Don’ts for Engaging Loved Ones with Cognitive Decline
    by Laura Sanchez on October 4, 2024 at 11:29 PM

    Caring for an older adult with cognitive difficulties, such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, requires patience, empathy, and a thoughtful approach to daily activities. As our loved ones with dementia might have communication challenges, we become more attuned to observing body language and facial expressions. The right activities can provide a sense of purpose, stimulate … Continue reading Caregiver Guide: Do’s and Don’ts for Engaging Loved Ones with Cognitive Decline → The post Caregiver Guide: Do’s and Don’ts for Engaging Loved Ones with Cognitive Decline appeared first on Aging Life Care Association.

  • Seven Signs That an Aging Parent Needs Help
    by Laura Sanchez on September 5, 2024 at 6:11 PM

    Does your aging parent need help? As an Aging Life Care™ advisor, I know how fiercely older adults want to maintain their independence. Many feel that their adult children don’t understand them or are making something out of nothing — a fall, a burnt pot, a call from the police station. They make promises to … Continue reading Seven Signs That an Aging Parent Needs Help → The post Seven Signs That an Aging Parent Needs Help appeared first on Aging Life Care Association.

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