Proactive Caregiving: Plan Now for Aging Loved Ones' Future with Lillian Crayton, RN, ALCA
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It’s never to early to talk to loved ones about long-term care plans, and yet, people often wait until it is too late.
In this episode, we're talking about the complexities of family care with Lillian Crayton, RN, ALCA. Lillian brings her wealth of experience in geriatric health to the table, discussing the pressing need for proper planning and consistent communication within families to share the responsibilities of caring for aging parents. Along the way, we shine a light on the increasing number of millennials stepping into caregiver roles, the urgency of understanding healthcare policies, and the growing impact of demographic shifts on senior care.
Listen in for insights and actionable strategies for getting proactive about planning for caregiving before the need arises.
Things to listen for:
00:00 Getting proactive about health to promote aging well
08:29 Finding the right in-home and support solutions
11:34 Actions to take early for optimal health and wellness
16:29 How to approach the aging conversation
22:55 What long-term care options to explore
28:00 Supporting aging loved ones with brain activities and tough decisions
32:43 Addressing mobility and safety issues in the home
41:10 Involving loved ones in decisions around their care
46:47 Nurturing love languages for a happy marriage
Resources:
- Connect with Lillian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embracingbold_ceo/
- Connect with Lillian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lillycrayton7/
- Check out Lillian’s website: https://nlcconsultants.com/
- Connect with Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianrossatl/
- Connect with Happy Talks: https://www.linkedin.com/company/happytalks/
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