Blog

August 21, 2024

Smart Strategies for Managing Pharmacy Costs

Have you ever had sticker shock at the pharmacy? Navigating the complex world of prescription medications can be daunting, with the need to understand differences in drug types, pharmacy pricing, insurance nuances, and more. Here are some tips for managing costs, whether you’re dealing with private insurance or Medicare, or paying out-of-pocket.  Understanding drug types:... Read More
July 22, 2024

Navigating the Challenges of Being a Caregiver for Your Spouse

You’ve probably read about the growing numbers of people who are become caregivers to family members. With the growing numbers of people over age 65 in this country, the likelihood that one spouse may become a caregiver for the other increases. While this role is often taken on out of love and commitment, it doesn’t... Read More
June 18, 2024

How Life Care Managers Help Clients Manage Life Transitions

Our Life Care Managers play a pivotal role in helping clients (and their families) through various transitions that come with aging. In fact, some of our clients have called our services a “lifeline” for families. We regularly help our clients manage the changes that come with life events such as: Adapting to a new medical... Read More
May 8, 2024

CM 101: When to Call Your Care Manager

Navigating the journey of aging comes with many challenges and decisions. From new health diagnoses to changes in living arrangements, each step requires careful consideration and support. That’s where care managers, like those at LifeCare Advocates, step in to help. These specialized professionals, who are members of the Aging Life Care Association, are dedicated to... Read More
March 27, 2024

Social Work + Clinical Expertise = Holistic Care

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare and senior care, LifeCare Advocates is a leader in innovative and compassionate service. At its core, our team is driven by a mission to empower aging individuals to thrive in their chosen living environments, whether that’s in the comfort of their own homes or in senior residences. What sets... Read More
March 12, 2024

Scam Alert! 3 to Watch Out For, and What to Do

The online world offers incredible opportunities to chat with our loved ones, find relevant facts and information, and watch our favorite show when we have time. But with that ease come serious risks, particularly for seniors. In 2022, people aged 60 and over lost $3.1 billion to online fraud. Scams targeting older adults are on... Read More
February 6, 2024

Long-Term Care Insurance: How Life Care Managers Can Help

Most people hope to continue aging in their own homes, but long-term care (LTC) insurance policies can provide financial security and peace of mind for seniors and their families in the event they need extended care services. However, navigating the complex world of long-term care insurance policies, understanding their coverage, and recognizing benefit triggers can... Read More
January 26, 2024

Empowerment is the New Face of Aging

We’ve celebrated a couple milestones at LifeCare Advocates in the last year or so. In 2023 we celebrated 30 years of helping our clients age well and in their own homes for as long as possible. And this year, our CEO, Kate Granigan, is serving as the president of the Aging Life Care Association (ALCA),... Read More
January 11, 2024

Looking Ahead to an Exciting Year

What’s ahead for you in the new year? Health, wellbeing, and the love of family and friends are what we wish for you. At LifeCare Advocates, we go to work every day with the goals of promoting dignity and independence for our clients, as well as peace of mind for their family members. We’d like... Read More
May 25, 2023

How Aging Life Care Tackles the Myths of Aging

“Aging is an opportunity,” says LifeCare Advocates’ CEO, Kate Granigan (pictured at right). It’s probably safe to say that most people haven’t thought of aging in that way, but Kate has become a leader in the field. After more than 30 years of planning care for older adults and building a successful care management company,... Read More