A•bridge: Aging Life Care Management

03/05/2026

I received this message from a former intern:

"Hello Abbie. I wanted to contact you and let you know I was hired at Professional Services Group in Milwaukee, WI. I am working there now as a Care Coordinator. Thank you very much for helping me out and writing the letter of recommendation. I love my new job. I am so grateful for you and what you taught me. Take care."

It's not often that we take on interns but when we do we take our teaching role seriously. I'm so grateful we were able to be a part of this budding professional's training!

Read our regularly updated Aging Life Care Blog that provides important senior care management articles.

03/02/2026

Families searching for dementia care, Alzheimer’s support, senior care services, memory care guidance, or help with aging in place are often navigating one of the most overwhelming seasons of life. Knowing where to begin and who to trust can feel daunting.

In our caregiver coaching sessions, we incorporate Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach® to Care (PAC), a nationally recognized, evidence-based approach to Alzheimer’s and dementia care. This practical and compassionate framework helps families better understand brain changes, respond effectively to challenging behaviors, and support remaining strengths and abilities.

Through the Positive Approach® to Care, we provide:
• Personalized dementia and Alzheimer’s care planning
• Memory care guidance and caregiver coaching
• Strategies for managing behavioral changes
• Support for safe aging in place
• Coordination of home care and senior care services

Dementia may change how the brain works, but with the right support, families can improve communication, reduce stress, and enhance quality of life for everyone involved.

If you are seeking trusted elder care guidance, dementia care management, or caregiver support, we are here to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and compassion.

Learn more about our elder care services: https://abridgecare.com/services/

Book a free consultation: https://abridgecare.com/schedule-consultation/

02/26/2026

Thank you to OLLI - UGA for coordinating yesterday's presentation 'Caregiving 101'. I enjoyed presenting and facilitating the discussion.

To read more about Protecting your relationship while caregiving view our most recent newsletter:

https://abridgecare.com/newsletter/ #2

02/24/2026

At Abridge, we are entrusted with some of life’s most personal decisions. We approach that responsibility with humility and deep respect. Our role is not to take over, but to ensure each individual’s voice remains central in every conversation, every plan, and every decision.

We work alongside our clients to clarify their goals, understand their values, and translate their wishes into thoughtful, coordinated action. Whether navigating healthcare systems, family dynamics, or complex transitions, we serve as steady advocates by protecting dignity, preserving independence, and ensuring that preferences are honored.

Person-centered care means more than support. It means partnership.

02/19/2026

Thank you to Keith Nabb for an insightful conversation regarding the changes and intricacies of Medicare. We appreciate your equitable approach to supporting those 65+ with their Medicare choices.

02/12/2026

I’m excited to partner with retired UGA professor & fellow gerontologist Dr. Anne Glass to lead a timely conversation hosted by OLLI@UGA Aging Well SIG.

Friday, Feb 20 | 1 PM

We’ll break down how aging services actually work, what resources exist (locally & beyond), and how to advocate for the care you or a loved one deserve. Learn what supports are available, how to make informed decisions under pressure, and how to advocate for quality care before a crisis hits.

02/10/2026

This Valentine’s Day, let's honor the aging caregivers who stay committed to their loved one even when caregiving gets really hard. Like Jay Leno, 75, who firmly rejected suggestions to find a new girlfriend following his wife Mavis’s dementia diagnosis.
This Valentine’s Day, let's not just say “Happy Valentine’s Day” to a spousal caregiver. Let's say, 'I see you'. Offer a break. A meal. An hour. Love doesn’t always look like roses. Sometimes, it looks like caregiving.

01/21/2026

I thoroughly enjoyed presenting at the Oconee/Athens Senior Resource Network meeting yesterday. We focused our discussion on a sample case study to highlight how we all collaborate together to problem solve and improve the lives of the people we assist. What a great way to start off the new year 2026!

01/09/2026

Creating an Emergency Room "go bag" is a proactive way to stay ahead of a potential emergency. This way you can stay focused when time is critical and you need to focus on the problem at hand. The bag should include updated medical documents (medication lists, contacts, advance directives), phone charger, and essentials. Avoid valuables that could be lost or stolen.

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01/02/2026

As you set goals for the new year, creating an advance directive is a powerful step. It ensures your healthcare wishes are honored if you can’t speak for yourself. An estate planning or elder law attorney can help draft the document, and an experienced Abridge Care Manager can help you or your family facilitate your wishes if you are unable to.

Creating an advance directive is one of the most caring steps you can take for yourself and your family. By writing down your healthcare wishes now, you ensure that your values guide your care if you ever can't speak for yourself.

12/12/2025

Staying on top of your job while caring for an aging loved one can feel like a nonstop juggling act. The push and pull of duties and commitments at home and work may leave you stretched thin and worried about dropping a critical ball. You are not alone.

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11/30/2025

As many families gather for the holidays, adults in the 'sandwich generation' who are caring for aging parents while raising children often feel the pressure more than ever. Nearly 1 in 4 adults are juggling these dual roles, and the emotional and logistical strain can intensify this time of year.

A professional care manager can ease that burden by coordinating care, advocating for aging parents, and helping families plan proactively so holiday gatherings feel less overwhelming and more meaningful.

Bringing in support isn’t just practical, it’s an act of care for your parents, your children, and yourself. Let this season be one where you don’t have to do it all alone.

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