Senior Care Authority in Rochester, NY

11/06/2025

Caring for aging parents can test even the strongest marriages. There can be resentment and jealousy. In this interview, Kim and Mike Barnes of Parenting Aging Parents discuss the challenges that couples face when elder care becomes part of their lives.

Is caregiving hurting your marriage? Join Kim and Mike Barnes with expert Diana Schaefer, LCSW-S, as they discuss navigating marital strain during elder care.

11/05/2025

“Assisted living, a predominantly private-pay model, is the critical solution to the long-term care crisis. Because our communities are the most cost-effective form of LTC, policies are needed to allow our communities to thrive,”

As the dust settles from the results of the 2024 general election, senior living advocates and organizations will be closely monitoring signals from the

11/04/2025

A New York facility is offering Memory Care Unit residents a unique way to create connections and experiences with their families.

A New York facility is offering Memory Care Unit residents a unique way to create connections and experiences with their families.

11/04/2025

Local care. Local experts. Real peace of mind. 💙
Senior Care Authority’s local advisors are here to help you navigate senior care options in your community — with compassion and expertise every step of the way.

👉 Contact us today for a FREE consultation. https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/locations/rochester/contact/ 144 Fairport Village Landing

11/03/2025

Honoring National Family Caregivers Month 💙

📆 November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize the compassion, dedication, and endless love of those who care for aging parents, spouses, and loved ones every day.

At Senior Care Authority, we see the strength behind every caregiver’s story - the late nights, the tough decisions, and the moments of joy. This month, we celebrate you.

💡 Remember: Caring for yourself is part of caring for others. Explore our resources and local support options to make your journey a little easier.

11/02/2025

Sage advice. If friends, neighbors, and loved ones are concerned you should be concerned. If not for yourself, for the innocent victims on and around the road!

Heavy traffic on Route 95 in Provid­ence. Last month I stopped driv­ing and cel­eb­rated my 84th birth­day. I had been pro­claim­ing for sev­eral years that I would quit driv­ing the year I turned 85 and before I became another “eld­erly driver slams...

11/01/2025

When her caregiving role ended, Maura told me, "I need to reclaim my life again, but I don't know where to begin. For five years, I was my husband's 24/7 care partner. When he passed away, I expected the grief of his death. I didn't expect the disorientation that came when my caregiving role ended. No longer was I consumed with how his dementia would manifest itself. My shoulders felt lighter, with the heavy responsibility of keeping him content and safe lifted. Instead of constantly asking, "What if?" I was faced with "What now?"

How to reclaim your life and rediscover personal passions after caregiving duties end

10/31/2025

Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is one of the most misunderstood brain disorders, often confused with Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s. In this week’s episode, Dr. Carolyn Larkin Taylor helps us understand what makes LBD unique — and what families and caregivers should know.

🎧 Tune in to hear about:
• Early signs and symptoms of LBD
• How it’s diagnosed and treated
• Ways to support someone living with this condition

Dr. Taylor brings over 30 years of experience in neurology and a compassionate perspective to this important topic. Listen to the entire episode at www.boomerstoday.com or visit the link in the comments.

10/31/2025

Do not guess, do not assume. Contact local experts like Senior Care Authority to understand the complex landscape of senior living. Assisted living communities can help with day-to-day tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medications. They have staff available, but they’re not focused on medical care 24/7. Nursing homes, often called skilled nursing facilities, can handle more serious medical needs.

Discover the signs that indicate it’s time to move from assisted living to a nursing home, and how to make the transition as smooth as possible.

10/30/2025

Older adults can save tens of thousands of dollars annually by choosing assisted living communities over aging in place in their homes in the greater community. Call us to understand the costs, care, and options for all area senior communities.

Older adults can save tens of thousands of dollars annually by choosing assisted living communities over aging in place in their homes in the greater community, according to a new study.

10/29/2025

On average, Medicaid reimburses RiverSpring $135 less per day than it actually costs the operator to care for residents. “When you’re losing millions of dollars, you have to find a way to do it differently. That’s what this plan is all about" Pomeranz said.

With Medicaid reimbursements for skilled nursing units failing to keep up with the cost of care needed, some operators are shifting away from the practice

10/29/2025

🚘 For many families, knowing when it’s time for an aging loved one to stop driving is one of the hardest decisions they’ll face. That’s why Senior Care Authority created the Beyond Driving with Dignity program — a supportive, respectful self-assessment program.

We work to ensure safety on the road while preserving dignity, independence, and family harmony. 💙