Aging Life Care Association Florida Chapter

Photos from the Florida Chapter members at the National Conference in Minneapolis

Do you need help in your aging journey? Or are you overwhelmed with coordinating care for an aging loved one? An Aging Life Care Manager might be the right fit for you! Find out this May - free small group sessions are now open for registration to learn about what Aging Life Care Managers do - 4 dates are available, pick the one that works for you!

https://www.aginglifecare.org/iCore/Events/Event_display.aspx?EventKey=ALCAMAY24&WebsiteKey=52320976-b875-4a55-9154-57aeb74e278e

Over the last few years, there's been more and more ALCA members with a background in occupational therapy! Not surprising, when we think about it - OTs take a holistic approach to supporting their clients - psychological, physical, emotional, and social make-up - in achieving their health and well-being goals! Happy !

Great informative session!

Please join me in congratulating Liz Barlowe the 2023 National Adele Elkind Award recipient for her history of exemplary service to both her Chapter and National Aging Life Care Association !

Please join me in congratulating the 2023 Florida Chapter Outstanding Member Cindy Flowers. Cindy has worked tirelessly over the last eight years plus on behalf of the Chapter. Thank you for your contributions and leadership!

Do you know about vision rehabilitation?

Identifying Services for Those with Vision Loss ‘Vision impairment and blindness are recognized as the most feared disabilities and often have a greater mental hurdle to overcome.’

Details on nominating for Outstanding Member:

Florida Chapter is now accepting nominations to recognize a deserving member! A reminder to nominate!!

Stay vigilant in managing high blood pressure!

Black women who develop high blood pressure at a young age have a much higher risk of having a stroke, according to research shared at the International Stroke Conference, the AHA’s premier meeting on the science of stroke and brain health. With proper treatment and management, you can control your blood pressure. Here’s how:

✅Eat a well-balanced diet low in salt
✅Limit alcohol
✅Get regular physical activity
✅Manage stress
✅Maintain a healthy weight
✅Quit smoking
✅Take your BP medications
✅Make and keep medical check-ups

If You’re on Medicare, You Could Save Money on Drugs This Year Federal law set caps on some spending for seniors who are enrolled in Part D prescription drug plans. Those paying for high-cost medicines will benefit.

Latest changes

ACL is proud to announce the release of the Older Americans Act final rule. The first substantial update to most OAA program regulations since 1988, the rule is the result of years of thoughtful collaboration with partners across the aging & disability networks. It aligns regulations to the current statute, addresses issues that have emerged since the last update, and clarifies a number of requirements. The rule will better support the national aging network in delivering OAA services and improve programs – and ultimately help to ensure that the nation's growing population of older adults can continue to receive the services and supports they need to live – and thrive – in their own homes and communities. ACL.gov/OAArule

Good information on better sleep

New blog alert 📣 We know falls prevention matters. But how do you start the conversation with your loved one? Past President Anne Sansevero shares tips on how to start the dialogue: https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/falls-prevention-and-what-to-ask-your-older-loved-one/

Spend some time with SHINE this week and join us for any of our upcoming Medicare outreach events. All classes are in EST. If you visit www.floridashine.org you can link directly to the registration information. Just visit the home page, click on the picture of the calendar, this will access a PDF with hotlinks to register athttps://www.floridashine.org/SHINE/media/assets/Virtual-Calendar-02-05-2024.pdf for quicker access. Remember, in the national and Programs are known as .

SHINE is a program of Florida Department of Elder Affairs. These classes are in partnership with the eleven Area Agencies on Aging. Check them out here: Northwest Florida Area Agency on Aging, Inc., Advantage Aging Solutions, Elder Options, ElderSource, Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc., Senior Connection Center, Senior Resource Alliance - SRA Florida, Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida, Area Agency on Aging of Palm Beach and Treasure Coast, Area Agency on Aging of Broward County, Alliance for Aging, Inc.

The Florida Chapter Board of Directors was joined by the Midwest Board of Directors sharing a leadership presentation and networking to learn about shared challenges and successful solutions, working to make our ALCA Cahpters stronger.

Your Florida Chapter Board planning and setting Chapter goals for 2024. We missed Board Member at Large Elizabeth Bandyk who wasn’t able to join us last week.

🌟Spotlight on Corporate Members🌟

Today we would like to spotlight Linda Woodward RN, HIA, President of Woodward Global Consulting, Inc. Linda specializes in care management for Florida snowbirds and relocation to Florida. She is a solo practice servicing Flagler and Volusia Counties and Palm Coast. Linda coaches families around the country to establish a viable wellness plan for their loved one including all facets unique to the client. ALCA membership is important to collaborate and learn from other colleagues' experiences. Linda can be contacted via email at [email protected].

🌟Spotlight on Corporate Partners🌟
We would like to shine a light on one of our newest Corporate Sponsors, Chefs for Seniors, with their representatives, Nathan Allman and Barrett Allman. They are located in 35 states and have 18 franchise locations in Florida. Chefs for Seniors offers companionship plus high-quality meals customized for specific dates. They hope to establish two-way referral partnerships with our ALCA members and are a resource for clients needing help with cooking. You can contact Chefs for Seniors through their website at chefsforseniors.com/locations to find a local chef near you!

It's the International Day of Older Persons. Aging populations are poised to be one of the pivotal societal transformations of this century. Aging Life Care Managers help clients and their families navigate the increasing complexities of aging. Learn more about this United Nations-designated International Day here: https://ow.ly/C7uZ50PQPyQ.

ALCA Members & Partners sign-on to the highest Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for care management - they are dedicated to maximizing the independence and autonomy of clients and strive to ensure the highest quality and most cost-effective services.

So excited to share this news from our very own Liz Barlowe

I am thrilled to share that I have been invited to on the Professional Advisory Council (PAC) for the USF School of Aging Studies

The purpose of PAC is to advise the Director and faculty of regional and national trends that can help ensure the university's programs are responsive to the needs of the community. I am looking forward to working with other PAC members in a manner that enables us to bring forth , , and to enrich the programs of the School of Aging Studies at USF.

In addition, our very own Kelly Iceton is completing her graduate degree in the Aging Studies Department at USF. For her capstone, Kelly is designing a geriatric care management course, which the department plans to use in the future. She is very motivated to foster interest in the field of aging and specifically care management by showcasing the myriad ways care managers assist older adults. One goal of USF’s Aging Studies Department is to equip students with real-world skills to use after finishing the gerontology curriculum. Upon completion of her master’s degree, Kelly plans to join the Aging Studies Department as an adjunct professor to stay actively involved in educating students about care management.

Tampa Bay Unit Meeting this month. Thank you Shine for the excellent update and also to The Watermark at Trinity, for the wonderful accommodations, excellent food and making our meeting a success!

Confronting the Challenges of Solo Aging Or how to age solo successfully.

Aging Life Care Managers

Another great Conference in the books! That you to our attendees, exhibitors and sponsors! There was such great energy and enthusiasm!