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Patti Urban
Feb 263 min read
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.
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Patti Urban
Jan 5, 20242 min read
Why Do People with Alzheimers Wander?
By: Patti Urban, GCM, CDP, CSA Wandering is a common behavior observed in individuals with Alzheimer's disease, and it can be attributed...
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Patti Urban
Oct 1, 20233 min read
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...
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Patti Urban
Jun 19, 20233 min read
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.
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Patti Urban
Jan 13, 20232 min read
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,...
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Patti Urban
Nov 28, 20224 min read
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...
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Patti Urban
Feb 22, 20221 min read
Thinking About Downsizing?
Is is time to downsize? Six tips to get you started.
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Patti Urban
Nov 9, 20213 min read
November is National Long Term Awareness Month
Long Term Care
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Patti Urban
Sep 10, 20213 min read
Supporting Your Aging Loved Ones from a Distance
Tips for supporting your aging loved ones from a distance
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Patti Urban
May 11, 20212 min read
Post Hospital Care After Pneumonia
How to Care for Yourself After Pneumonia
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Patti Urban
Feb 2, 20213 min read
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...
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Patti Urban
Jan 18, 20213 min read
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...
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Patti Urban
Jan 4, 20213 min read
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...
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Patti Urban
Dec 8, 20202 min read
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...
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Patti Urban
Dec 1, 20201 min read
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...
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Patti Urban
Oct 22, 20201 min read
What Are the ALCA 8 Knowledge Areas?
The expertise of Aging Life Care Professionals can be summarized into eight knowledge areas.
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Patti Urban
Oct 8, 20201 min read
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.
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