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What are you grateful for this Thanksgiving? Here are some thoughts from the CareAlly team "After losing a parent a few months ago, this Thanksgiving I'm reminded of how grateful I am to be able to spend time with my family." "Being able to slow down and focus on my family." Happy Thanksgiving from CareAlly

Conversations about aging and caregiving are emotionally challenging. Oftentimes people feel threatened and angry, which can lead to resentment. Whether you're visiting aging loved ones this holiday season or in the future, here's a guide of what to ask and how to ask it. ?? Remember to approach these conversations with empathy and love. #caregiving

As we support aging parents and loved ones, we may begin to notice subtle changes that could raise concerns. If you're visiting aging loved ones this holiday season, consider this guide to help to better assess the situation. ?? And remember, regardless of the situation, show sensitivity to your aging loved one's need to be independent by being respectful and patient. #caregiving

Are you talking with your clients about aging and caregiving? The financial impact extends to not just the aging adult, but their adult children as well. Offering families relevant content with support from aging care experts helps to increase caregiving options, improve financial outcomes, and reduce stress. #caregiving

Self-Care for the caregiver is often overlook. If you're unable to care for yourself first, over the longterm you won't be able to provide care to others. “I learned that I had to make moments for myself, no matter what was happening. I could sit outside with a cup of coffee, go for a walk, or even allow myself time to take a shower,” she said. “I had to reset.” #caregiving #selfcare https://lnkd.in/eMDYDbjX

As the holidays approach and you travel to visit aging parents and relatives, you may find yourself concerned with what you see. For those who live at a distance, these less frequent visits can lead to worrisome discoveries. The best way to address these situations is to plan for the unexpected. Our Aging Care Navigators have created a guide to help you: → Know what to look for → Ask the right questions → Have a productive discussion Over the next few weeks, we'll be sharing resources to guide you in navigating this journey with confidence and care. #eldercare #caregiving

"I wish I was more prepared" is something we hear often with talking with caregivers. Oftentimes we wait until there's a crisis before we take action. This reactive approach can lead to reduce options for care and a lot of stress. There are many aspects to caregiving and it's hard to know where to start. Consider this approach → Document your aging loved-one's medical needs, including: → Who are all their medical providers? → What are their medical conditions and how are those being treated, and by whom? → What are their medications, and what is the system they use? #caregiving #eldercare

? Invest in employee support is one suggestion mentioned in this article. ? This is especially important for adult children caring for their aging parents. https://lnkd.in/d9MVt4uv #caregiving #eldercare

There have been many attempts at providing connected devices to supporting individuals as they age in place. Some use tools like Amazon's Alexa for medication reminders and regular remote check-ins. Other options include camera detection for falls and in-home safety. #caregiving

This advice seems obvious, yet so many families wait until there's a crisis before they have these conversations. Aging and caregiving is emotional and requires tough conversations. Taking action early helps to reduce stress and increase options. "If you’re caring for your elderly parents, you’ll want to ensure that you have important conversations so you’re not stuck scrambling in the future. The general sentiment from experts is that you should start by having challenging discussions with everyone involved to set expectations before it’s too late. Tough conversation could help you set boundaries and provide much-needed clarity ahead of emotional decisions." https://lnkd.in/eD_8KvAq #caregiving https://lnkd.in/eD_8KvAq