Archives: July 2018

The Role of the Geriatric Care Manager – Smilecast 146

The Role of the Geriatric Care Manager The truth is that you may need some professional help on your caregiving journey. Tara will share the role of the Geriatric Care Manager and how they can help your loved one save money and much more. Read more about our expert – Tara...

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Strategies for Long Distant caregiving – Smilecast 145

Strategies for Long Distant Caregiving You’re on the left coast. Mom on the right. Now what? You can’t move. So how do you care manage long distant caregiving? The support systems you need, the technology, the coordination can be overwhelming to handle. Amy will provide strategies to help you travel...

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Never Leave Home Without THESE as You Age

Things to Never Leave Home Without as You Age Never leave home without – As you likely already know, old age comes with different changes in your physical appearance and health. While most people hope to age perfectly, the reality is that you can’t predict what your body and mind...

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Diabetes and Parkinson’s Link?

Diabetes and Parkinson’s Disease Link Possible People with type 2 diabetes may have an increased risk of having a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease later in life, according to a large study published in the online issue of Neurology®. In addition, the risk between diabetes and Parkinson’s may be higher for...

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Having the Tough Talk with Your Aging Parents – Smilecast 144

Having the Tough Talk with Your Aging Parents One of the hardest discussions you may face with an elder is taking away the car keys. But there are other discussions too. Like knowing when a move to a senior care home is necessary. Or filling out advance directives. Delicate topics...

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Joy Filled Dementia Visits – Smilecast 143

Joy Filled Dementia Visits Kit Maximizes Family Time in the Midst of Alzheimer’s Julie created the Joy Filled Visits Kit designed to help families maximize dementia visits whether your loved one is living at home or in a care home. The kit, filled with tips, personal stories, and the tools that...

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