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The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Dementia: Understanding the Link
Studies have consistently shown that hearing loss is associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia.
Patti Urban
Feb 263 min read
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October is Health Literacy Month
by: Patti Urban, CDP, CSA That's right! October is Health Literacy Month, dedicated to promoting understanding of health information and...
Patti Urban
Oct 1, 20233 min read
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Tips for Helping a Loved One Adjust to Assisted Living
Adjusting to an assisted living community can be challenging for a loved one. Here are some tips to help them with the transition.
Patti Urban
Jun 19, 20233 min read
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Eldercare Crisis: Overview
Eldercare Crisis
Patti Urban
Jan 24, 20232 min read
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Death Doula Support Role
by Patti Urban, CDP, CSA Death doulas, also known as end-of-life doulas, are non-medical professionals trained to provide emotional,...
Patti Urban
Jan 13, 20232 min read
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Holiday Fun with Siblings When Caring for Parents
by Patti Urban, CDP, CSA The holidays are a time of joy and family – until it’s not. Ask any family caregiver how successfully they...
Patti Urban
Nov 28, 20224 min read
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Thinking About Downsizing?
Is is time to downsize? Six tips to get you started.
Patti Urban
Feb 22, 20221 min read
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The First Christmas After the Sudden Death of a Spouse
Mother comforting daughter
Patti Urban
Dec 13, 20213 min read
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November is National Long Term Awareness Month
Long Term Care
Patti Urban
Nov 9, 20213 min read
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Supporting Your Aging Loved Ones from a Distance
Tips for supporting your aging loved ones from a distance
Patti Urban
Sep 10, 20213 min read
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February is AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month
What is AMD? Age-related Macular Degeneration, or AMD, is named after the macula, that small area in the back of your eye that is...
Patti Urban
Feb 2, 20213 min read
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Hoarding and Seniors – The Dangers
In my practice as a geriatric care manager, I come across senior hoarders. Families are frustrated that their aging loved ones are...
Patti Urban
Jan 18, 20213 min read
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New Year's Resolution: Do Your Advance Directives
HAPPY NEW YEAR! If you haven't made a New Year's Resolution yet, I've got just the one for you. Everyone over the age of 18 needs Advance...
Patti Urban
Jan 4, 20213 min read
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What to Say to the Dying
Part of the cycle of life is experiencing the end of a loved one’s life. Being present and offering kind, good, healing words .
Patti Urban
Dec 21, 20202 min read
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Holidays and COVID and Aging Parents – 7 Tips to Save the 2020 Holidays
It’s that Holiday time of year again. BUT it’s 2020, so for all of us it will be a different kind of Christmas as we navigate visitation...
Patti Urban
Dec 8, 20202 min read
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The Value of Working with a Geriatric Care Manager
Aging Life Care Professionals®, sometimes called Geriatric Care Managers, have emerged as resources for families. They are able to...
Patti Urban
Dec 1, 20201 min read
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What Are the ALCA 8 Knowledge Areas?
The expertise of Aging Life Care Professionals can be summarized into eight knowledge areas.
Patti Urban
Oct 22, 20201 min read
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What is an Aging Life Care Professional® ?
An Aging Life Care Professional, a/k/a Geriatric Care Manager, offers a holistic approach to caring for older adults.
Patti Urban
Oct 8, 20201 min read
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Four Legal Documents ALL Students Over 18 Should Sign
Parents, if you do nothing else before sending your student off to college, please consider taking action to protect your child and...
Patti Urban
Sep 24, 20202 min read
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