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Tip- Assessing Safety in the Home

May 2, 2024 — We asked our Care Management team: What is one one thing you look for to make sure a home is safe? Here are some of their responses: Shari: Lighting is a critical factor when assessing our clients’ homes including: if they are working, how bright, where they are, and lighting to assist at night. Katherine:... Read More

From the CEO’s Desk: What Passover Offers

April 21, 2024 — As Passover approaches, my mind drifts back to childhood memories – the warmth of the kitchen filled with the intoxicating aroma of my mother’s matzah ball soup, the table groaning under the weight of a feast prepared with love, and the joyous chaos of a multi-generational family gathering. Passover, however, is more than just a... Read More

From the CEO’s Desk: What does 13 mean?

March 26, 2024 — I was asked this month: what it means to have reached the milestone of 13 years of Senior Options? This is my raw unedited answer: To some, 13 is an unlucky number, but at Senior Options it is anything but. As we celebrate this milestone, we reflect on 13 years of growth, 13 years of... Read More

Tip- What to ask at a Doctor’s Visit?

January 25, 2024 — We asked our Care Management team: What is one question you should ask at routine Doctor’s Visit? Here are some of their responses: Shari: Review of current Labs, medication regimen, including dosage, frequency and refills. Linda: Ask for any lab work,  vital signs , and how is client overall health compared to last visit. If... Read More

Tip- When to bring in a Care Manager

January 18, 2024 — We asked our Care Management team: What red flags tell you to bring in a Care Manager? Here are some of their responses: Shari: New diagnoses that may come with the aging process, such as Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Depression to name a few. Briana: When declines are noticed by friends , family or a doctor... Read More

From the CEO’s Desk: Sights on the Future, Reflecting on 2023

January 8, 2024 — January 8, 2024 A Message to our greater Senior Options family, As we begin a new year together, we reflect on the past and set our sights on the future. I wanted to share some highlights of 2023 as we go full force into 2024: We created a Co-Manager Initiative to close any gaps that... Read More

Tip- Caring for Someone with Parkinson’s

January 8, 2024 — We asked our Care Management team: What is one tip for caring for someone with dementia? Here are some of their responses: Shari: Keep Moving. Some ways are Physical Therapy, Private trainers, and  Boxing for Parkinson’s Programs. Summer: Work with a physical therapist who specializes in movement disorders and exercise daily.  Movement has actually shown... Read More

Tip- Caring for Someone With Dementia

January 2, 2024 —   We asked our Care Management team: What is one tip for caring for someone with dementia?   Here are some of their responses:   Shari: Routine will help the person with Dementia and their caregiver get through their day with less stress. Linda: Working with family and caregivers to understand that correcting a person... Read More

Nurses, Saving Lives Beyond Hospital Walls

May 7, 2023 — “Nursing is not just an art, it has a heart that beats for the people it serves.” Nursing is not just a profession, it is a calling. Nurses work tirelessly to care for their patients, often putting their own needs aside to ensure that those in their care receive the best possible treatment. Nurses are... Read More

Who is an Aging Life Care Professional?

May 1, 2023 — As we enter National Aging Life Care Month, it’s important to recognize the essential role that Aging Life Care Professionals play in our communities. These dedicated individuals provide comprehensive care management services for seniors and their families, helping them navigate the complex challenges of aging with dignity and grace. Aging Life Care Professionals are highly... Read More