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06/01/2026

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month.

This month, we’re joining the conversation, because for many of the families we work with, this is not a distant concern. It is their daily reality.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing what we’ve learned from 30+ years of working alongside families navigating memory loss, cognitive change, and everything that comes with it. We hope something here is useful to you or someone you love.

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05/31/2026

"Care Managers help older adults maintain purpose, connection, and moments of joy in everyday life.

Today we close out National Aging Life Care Month with our New England Market President, Sandra DeLuca!
Sandra has been a Care Manager for over 18 years and describes her experience as life changing and humbling.

One of her favorite memories was celebrating a client's103rd birthday at Friendly's. ""It was just the two of us, and the staff at the restaurant helped us to have a wonderful time celebrating. She got all dressed up and it was an amazing milestone to share together.""

Thank you, Sandra, for all that you do!

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05/29/2026

"Care Managers help older adults maintain purpose, connection, and moments of joy in everyday life.

Today's National Aging Life Care Month Spotlight is Jillian Gibbons!
Jillian became a Care Manager so she could fulfill the desire to provide individualized support, enabling clients to live their best lives while aging.

Recently, she helped a client order delivery from their favorite restaurant, which they hadn't realized was an option. ""Despite mobility challenges that limited her from going out to eat, she enjoyed her favorite meal.""

Thank you, Jillian, for all that you do!

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05/27/2026

"Care Managers support individuals and families through end-of-life decisions with guidance, coordination, and compassion.

Today's National Aging Life Care Month Spotlight is Gina Haddad!
Gina has been a Care Manager for almost 10 years, describing her work as exciting, unique, and rewarding.

One of the most impactful moments Gina has experienced is when she advocated for her client to engage hospice and help him transition peacefully. ""I was so glad I could be there for him and get him the care he needed in his last days.""

Thank you, Gina, for all that you do!

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05/25/2026

"Care Managers help families understand what resources are available that will fit their situation.

Today's National Aging Life Care Month Spotlight is Gillian Hamilton!
Gillian was driven to become a Care Manager, ""to close the knowledge gap regarding the aging process.""

From her perspective, ""having good care means that all parties involved are working together with the client's best interest at heart. In addition, I think good care means treating the client with compassion, dignity and respect. ...it's important to highlight their abilities and facilitate their independence as much as possible.""

Thank you, Gillian, for all that you do!

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05/22/2026

"Care Managers help families find the right place to live and the right level of care.

Today's National Aging Life Care Month Spotlight is Gretchen Torres!
Gretchen has worked with older adults for almost 17 years and believes growing old is a privilege.

One of her favorite memories is when she helped a couple overcome their differences on moving into assisted living. ""Now they're in Assisted Living and the wife LOVES it. It's a joy to visit them and see how happy and thriving she is. I always look forward to those visits.""

Thank you, Gretchen, for all that you do!

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05/20/2026

"Care Managers are essential for supporting families through moments of uncertainty and change.

Today's National Aging Life Care Month Spotlight is Stephanie Cully!

Stephanie has over a decade of experience, and says she became a Care Manager because she really enjoyed being able to see the growth with her patients.
When asked what she thinks is misunderstood about aging, she noted that, ""the path is not linear. Everyone's journey is going to look different and there is no ""right way "" to age.""

Thank you, Stephanie, for all that you do!

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05/18/2026

"Care managers provide support during one of life’s most difficult transitions.

Today's National Aging Life Care Month Spotlight is Deb Wollner!
Deb has been a Care Manager for 9 years, and recalls a favorite memory of watching the joy on her client's face during ballroom dancing in their dementia unit.

When asked what she feels is misunderstood about aging, she said, ""people forget that there is often a significant period of time between when a person is fully independent and when they pass away. There is tremendous variability in how people deal with this gap.""

Thank you, Deb, for all that you do!

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05/14/2026

"Care Managers help families find the right place to live and the right level of care.

Today's National Aging Life Care Month Spotlight is Jillian Padilla!
Jillian became a Care Manager two years ago when looking for a career with the elderly where she could also utilize her creativity.

Her favorite memories include many outdoor walks throughout Boston with one of her clients. When asked what she would like to remind people about aging, she advised, ""each day is a blessing, take it one day at a time.""

Thank you, Jillian, for all that you do!

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05/12/2026

Care Managers provide reassurance that someone is overseeing the full picture, not just one piece of care.

Today's National Aging Life Care Month Spotlight is Victoria Barry!
Victoria discovered this occupation after working in occupational therapy. She didn't always get to see the long-term results, and wanted to be part of a ""holistic approach."" ""Now I get to delve into all aspects of care, wearing multiple hats and taking on responsibilities that are unique compared to typical clinical roles.

When asked what good care means to her, Victoria said, ""to me, care stems from being genuine, authentic, and supportive. It means providing attention and showing empathy to someone, regardless of what they are going through, to maintain or improve their overall well-being.

Thank you, Victoria, for all that you do!

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