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Navigating your loved ones’ changing needs during the holidays

By Cassandra Lucas-Moore, Marketing & Outreach Coordinator

It is that time of the year! The holidays are my favorite. All the traditions: watching the Nutcracker on stage, going to hear the symphony, getting to see the kids (or grands) performing in their holiday shows. Or perhaps you travel across the country to see family and get to spend some time with those you love. 

It is during these times that people truly see how their family members are managing day-to-day life. Perhaps Mom is not able to complete the daily tidying and cleaning. Maybe Dad is no longer able to get in the shower himself. What if Grandma has larger memory lapses? Who do you call to help them? Where can you find the best support? How to do this quickly because your flight leaves in two days?

Every county in every state across the United States has an Area Agency on Aging. CareWell Services is the Region 3B Area Agency on Aging that serves Barry and Calhoun counties. We serve those over 60, disabled persons over 18, and their caregivers.

One of the programs offered at CareWell is Resource Navigation. A Certified Resource Specialist will listen to your individual situation, assess the needed services or items, and assist in getting you those resources. This is not a case manager, but someone specially trained and accredited through Inform USA International. Our Specialist will go through each situation and give you the steps to take for your individual needs. You may be connected to a program offered by CareWell Services directly, or you may be given a list of agencies that provide the services that are needed. The Resource Navigation Team will work together with you to help find the best solution. 

As you enjoy family time this holiday season, be aware that your local Area Agency on Aging is available for guidance wherever you are. If your loved one is in Barry or Calhoun county, call (269) 966-2450 for more information.

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