Navigating Elder Care, Ep# 28

For many of us, our parents getting older is a tricky situation to navigate.

How do you respectfully offer your help?
Ensure they get the best care?
How do you know what to do with their bills and other finances?

In our first-ever interview, we’re speaking with Cheryl Theriault of LifeLinks Care. LifeLinks is a group of nurses, social workers, care managers, and other professionals that specialize in helping families navigate elder care. We’ve worked with Cheryl and her team in the past, and thought she would be an excellent guest to talk about this often sensitive topic.

Reducing Stress in Your Elder Care Approach

Cheryl talks about how her team aims to reduce the stress of health crises, finding care facilities, and other issues you may face. We also touch on how to start these conversations with your loved ones in a respectful manner.

Facts and Links Mentioned In the Show

Connect with Cheryl [(919)-781-5979 ext. 101]
LifeLinks Care
Aging Life Care Association
Connect with Chad [csmith@financialsymmetry.com]
Connect with Mike [meklund@financialsymmetry.com]

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

How to handle aging parents as they potentially lose the ability to care for themselves.
What an Aging Lifecare professional can help you and your family do to make things easier.
How to start a discussion if your loved one is missing payments or bills.
Why some elders may refuse care or help, and how to open a dialogue with them.
The role of a Lifecare professional in navigating family dynamics.
When and how to choose care facilities.
Why a care facility might not be the best choice for everyone.