✳️ PART 1: How to Start the Conversation (Without Causing Conflict) Starting the conversation about care is often the hardest step. Many families avoid it—until something forces the issue. If you’re feeling unsure how to begin, that’s completely normal. 💡 Why This Is So Difficult Parents may fear: 🗣️ A Better Way to Start Instead … Read more
Most older adults want to age in place—remaining in the comfort of their own home as they grow older. Recent national research shows that staying at home is the preferred choice for the vast majority of seniors, highlighting the growing importance of in-home senior care services. Most Seniors Want to Age in Place A recent survey found … Read more
Clearing Up Common Misunderstandings When it comes to aging and care needs, many veterans and their families wait longer than they should to explore support options. One of the biggest reasons? A widespread belief that veterans’ benefits only apply after a major health crisis. That misunderstanding can lead to unnecessary stress, rushed decisions, and delayed … Read more
When families call us for the first time, they often sound the same… tired, uncertain, and stretched too thin. You can hear the emotion in their voice before they even describe the situation. They’ve been trying to do it all: manage work, children, and an aging parent who insists they’re fine. But behind that insistence … Read more
By Ethan Kassel Introduction As a professional in the eldercare field, I’ve spent years helping families navigate the complexities of aging, caregiving, and our healthcare system. I’ve counseled adult children through emotional decisions, worked with hospitals on discharge plans, and advocated for better communication across the continuum of care. I thought I understood what families … Read more
Celebrating Older Americans Month: Supporting Independence at Home with Garden State Eldercare By Ethan Kassel, Garden State Eldercare May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize the countless contributions of our nation’s seniors and to reaffirm our commitment to helping them live with dignity, safety, and independence. At Garden State Eldercare, we believe aging … Read more
By Ethan Kassel, LCSW – Garden State EldercarePublished: April 5, 2025 The heartbreaking deaths of actor Gene Hackman, 95, and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 65, sent shockwaves through the caregiving and eldercare communities. While best known for his legendary Hollywood career, Hackman spent his final years battling Alzheimer’s disease, under the primary care of Arakawa. … Read more