Free "Ask an Aging Life Care Manager" virtual sessions to be
held most Fridays in May to celebrate National Aging Life Care™
Month and Older Americans Month. Participants can ask professional
Aging Life Care Managers® their questions about aging and care
planning. Registration is necessary and is on a first come, first
served basis at aginglifecare.org.
TUCSON,
Ariz., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In
response to the increasing complexities of the aging journey and
the rising trend of "solo agers," the Aging Life Care Association®
(ALCA) is offering a new initiative to provide vital support for
family caregivers and individuals navigating the challenges of
aging. To celebrate May as National Aging Life Care™ Month, ALCA
will host free, virtual small group sessions, allowing participants
to engage with experts, ask questions, and gain insights into aging
and care planning.
"It's often an emergency or health
diagnosis that pushes families to talk about care planning. Without
a clear understanding of their loved ones' needs or effective
advocacy strategies, they can quickly become overwhelmed."
Event Details:
- What: "Ask an Aging Life Care Manager" Series
- When: Fridays May 3, May 10, May 17, and
May 31 (no session May 24)
- Time: 4pm ET
- Where: Virtual Session (Registration Required)
- Registration: Visit aginglifecare.org to register
Kate Granigan, MSW, LICSW
President of ALCA's Board of Directors, states, "It's often an
emergency or health diagnosis that pushes families to talk about
care planning. Without a clear understanding of their loved ones'
needs or effective advocacy strategies, they can quickly become
overwhelmed."
With the "Ask an Aging Life Care Manager" series, ALCA
emphasizes the importance of open discussions and proactive
planning to alleviate financial burdens and reduce stress for all
parties involved.
Event Schedule:
- One session most Fridays in May (May
3, 10, 17 & 31) at 4 pm
ET
- Small-group discussions with an Aging Life Care Manager®
- Free of charge in honor of Aging Life Care™ Month
"Ask an Aging Life Care Manager" series is a complimentary
virtual platform to introduce people to the resources and services
offered by Aging Life Care Professionals®. These experts offer a
holistic, client-centered approach to care, specializing in crisis
intervention, housing, health and disability, advocacy, family
legal needs, and financial and local resources.
ALCA CEO Julie Wagner hopes these
conversations will raise awareness about the Aging Life Care field,
emphasizing, "With a growing number of individuals choosing to
'solo age' or live apart from immediate family, ALCA wants people
to know that help is available."
Registration for the "Ask an Aging Life Care Manager" series is
open now and will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. For
more information and to register, visit aginglifecare.org.
About the Aging Life Care Association® (ALCA)
The Aging Life Care Association® (ALCA) was formed in 1985 to
advance dignified, coordinated care for older adults in
the United States. With nearly
2,000 members nationwide, Aging Life Care Professionals® have cared
for about two million older adults over its history. ALCA Members
are distinguished from others practicing care management as they
must meet stringent education, experience, and certification
requirements. Members may be trained in several fields including,
but not limited to counseling, gerontology, mental health, nursing,
occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, or social work;
with a specialized focus on issues related to aging and elder care.
For more information or to access a directory of Aging Life Care
Professionals, please visit http://www.aginglifecare.org.
Media Contact
Bonnie Leko-Shapiro, Aging Life
Care Association®, 520-881-8008, blekoshapiro@aginglifecare.org,
https://aginglifecare.org/
Laura, Sanchez, 520-881-8008, laura.sanchez@aginglifecare.org,
https://aginglifecare.org/
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