It’s a conversation no one particularly wants to have, let alone initiate. There is one question many children and their aging parents would rather not ask or think about: What’s…
Advance Directives for End of Life Care: Gifts to Give and Receive
If there was a way to get something you want and give a gift at the same time, would you consider it? An Advance Directive for end of life care achieves…
Professional Advocates: Important Work Often Occurs At The Kitchen Table
I often liken much of our Professional Advocates work here at NAVIGATE NC to what I call “Kitchen Table Advocacy.” I’m talking about our responsibility to positively impact the well-being…
The Dangers of Choosing A Patient Advocate By Lowest Bid
When it is time for choosing a Patient Advocate, how do you decide between the elder care service providers? As an elder care Patient Advocate myself, I was just invited…
Aging Well Series
As we age we face new issues of capacity and energy. We need strategies for independence and self-determination. How can experts help us make the right decisions and find the right resources- advocacy, advice, insights, help for us and far flung family. Join us for this five- part discussion with local experts at St. Francis of Assisi.
Assisted Living May Not Be The Only Option
The best time to address senior living alternatives is before they are needed. Often times, families have a tendency to make unsettling discoveries when visiting aging parents over the holidays.…
Caregiver Support: Handling Stress and Grief During the Holidays
Caregiver support may be easily overlooked during the holidays, but it is essential for those who are or have been spending many hours caregiving during the year. If this is…
Caring Conversations: How to Start a Dialogue with Aging Parents
It’s a conversation no one particularly wants to have, let alone initiate. There is one question many children and their aging parents would rather not ask or think about: What’s…
Ethical Wills: Tools for Seniors and their Adult Children
August is National Ethical Wills Month We continue our thoughts on the topic of legacy in recognition of August as National “What Will Be My Legacy?” Month. In our last…
Caregiving for Seniors? Our Gift Certificates Are Practical & Effective!
Caring for a family member who is aging or dealing with chronic disease just got easier. During the holiday season conversations begin among the elders, Adult Children and their siblings,…