Author Archives: Ginger Jones

This Holiday Season, Check In on Your Loved Ones

Family Holiday Meal with older adults

The holidays offer a special time for family to reconnect and enjoy each other’s company. For families with aging loved ones, it’s also an opportunity to check in on their well-being. While many changes are a natural part of aging, it’s not always easy to spot when additional help might be needed. As an Aging […]

Options for Helping Seniors Age in Place: Identifying Functional Issues and Solutions

September 6th , 2024 Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging Parents, Care Managers, Caregiving, Family Members, Writer, Health, Home Safety, Ginger Jones RN, CMC, CDP,CNLCP Aging Life Care Association® Options for Helping Seniors Age in Place: Identifying Functional Issues and Solutions Aging in place offers seniors the comfort and familiarity of their own homes, but it […]

Aging in Place vs. Retirement Communities: Exploring Options for Senior Living

As we age, the question of where to live becomes increasingly significant. Many seniors find themselves at a crossroads, considering whether to remain in their cherished homes or transition to retirement communities. This decision is often complicated by well-meaning family members who may not fully understand the breadth of living options available. In this blog […]

Navigating Solo Aging: How Aging Life Care Professionals Empower Solo Agers

Title: Navigating Solo Aging: How Aging Life Care Professionals Empower Solo Agers In an era where independence is cherished, many individuals find themselves embarking on the journey of aging without the traditional support network of family or children. These solo agers, also known as elder orphans, often face unique challenges as they navigate the complexities […]

Keeping Seniors Safe at Home

  According to the World Health Organization falls are a major public health problem globally. An estimated 684 000 fatal falls occur each year, making it the second leading cause of unintentional injury death, after road traffic injuries.  In the United States the CDC Trends in Falls among adults >65 ,in 2018 falls accounted for , […]