Month: May 2020

The Power of Planning: Taking Charge of Your Own Aging Journey

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At 72, Betsy is doing all the right things to ensure she maintains good health and continues to enjoy physical, emotional, mental, and financial health well into her 80s and beyond. She eats a Mediterranean diet, doesn’t smoke, drinks in moderation, exercises regularly, has adjusted her spending and investments for retirement, goes to regular check-ups with her doctor and gets the recommended health screenings. Additionally, she gardens, spends quality time with family and friends, takes classes, travels, and volunteers. Her life is busy, full, and fun.

5 Tips for Solo Agers During Coronavirus

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As an Aging Life Care Professional®, I speak to people regularly about their fears of contracting COVID-19. Those who are aging alone ask me questions like: Who will take care of me if I get sick? Will anyone know I need help? What services are there to support me and how can I access them?

What if Something Happens to Me? Contingency planning during COVID-19

As if COVID-19 isn’t scary enough, family caregivers are now, more than ever, worrying about who would take care of their spouse or partner if something were to happen to them. If this is you, below are some questions for you to think about and specific professionals who can be part of your “What if” planning:

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