by Lisa Krauss | Apr 15, 2025 | Aging Life Care, Aneurysm Treatment & Recovery, Caregiver Support, Family Caregiver
Leading up to discharge day there are many questions. The primary question is where the patient will go next. Most older adults leave the hospital one of four ways. Here’s a quick guide to what they are and when they make sense: 1. Going Straight Home The plan:...
by Lisa Krauss | Mar 15, 2025 | Aging Life Care, Aneurysm Treatment & Recovery
Navigating the ER with a Brain Aneurysm: What to Expect and How an Aging Life Care Manager® Can Help A brain aneurysm is a medical emergency that requires immediate intervention. When a person arrives at the emergency room with symptoms such as a sudden, severe...
by Lisa Krauss | Feb 21, 2025 | Aging Life Care, Aneurysm Treatment & Recovery
The Reality of an Aneurysm: Immediate Impact & Long-Term RecoveryA brain aneurysm can be silent until it isn’t. Many people, like Maria, don’t realize they have one until a rupture occurs, leading to a sudden, life-threatening emergency.The aftermath of an...
by Lisa Krauss | Dec 20, 2024 | Aging Life Care, Caregiver Burnout, Caregiver Support, Holidays
The holidays are meant to be a joyful time, but for caregivers, they can bring extra stress and responsibilities. Balancing caregiving duties with the season’s demands often leads to exhaustion. To ensure you can care for your loved ones while also enjoying this...
by Lisa Krauss | Nov 21, 2024 | Aging Life Care, Diabetes, Disease and Illness
Living with a chronic condition like diabetes can take a toll on mental and emotional well-being, especially for seniors. The daily demands of managing medications, monitoring blood sugar, and making lifestyle changes can lead to stress, anxiety, and even...
by Lisa Krauss | Sep 23, 2024 | Aging Life Care, Fall Awareness Week
As we age, our feet may change in shape and size, and we may experience decreased sensation or balance issues. Certain chronic conditions such as diabetes can affect circulation and create nerve pain and numbness. Ill-fitting or inappropriate shoes can exacerbate...
