Month: May 2025
Editor’s Note: We are grateful for this guest article from our Principal Emerita, Dr. Jullie Gray. Dr. Gray was co-investigator on a recent study of the Aging Life Care Association. She shares the study findings below.
As we wind down Aging Life Care Month, we want time to recognize and celebrate the vital role that Aging Life Care Professionals® play in helping older adults and their families navigate life’s most complex transitions. The team at Aging Wisdom is proud to be part of this compassionate, ethical, and deeply human-centered field and to highlight the heart of what they do: Connect. …
What is your role at Aging Wisdom?
Geriatric Care Manager. I also support new inquiry calls.
What made you want to work in the field of aging?
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We are fortunate to have expert guides in travel, hiking, and urban exploration in our community. When planning European travel adventures, Rick Steves’ Europe, based in Edmonds, is a go-to for many. For Pacific Northwest hiking, Craig Romano’s guidebooks are a must. Closer to home, there is Susanna Ryan’s delightful books Seattle Walk Report and Secret Seattle.
Just as Rick, Craig, and Susanna share their knowledge, unique perspectives, and insights, so too do my Aging Life Care colleagues with guidance, support, and resources for older adults and their families when it comes to the field of aging.
Our care management team’s individual and collective experiences and expertise in all aspects of aging make them deeply knowledgeable guides and advocates on your journey with aging. We also have extensive knowledge about the costs, quality, and availability of resources in our community and tailor recommendations to the unique needs of each client.
Additionally, we are part of a professional association, the Aging Life Care Association (ALCA). Through ALCA, we are part of a nationwide network of professionals who follow a code of ethics and standards of practice, as well as benefit from education and training, and mutual support.
What is Aging Life Care?
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The next time you renew your license, you may be required to take written and behind-the-wheel driving tests rather than mail a form. If this is the case, don’t panic or go into denial! Take some steps to get prepared. That way, you’ll go into the test knowledgeable and confident. And remember, preparing for a driving test isn’t just about passing—it’s about ensuring your safety and the safety of others. It’s worth the time to plan thoughtfully. …
May is Aging Life Care™ Month, which has me thinking about how supporting an aging parent can often feel so daunting. We see it every day in our work as Aging Life Care Professionals®. …
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