In Episode 3 of The ROADS Podcast, Kristen and Jill welcome elder law attorney Susie Chalgian of Chalgian & Tripp for an informative conversation on legal planning for aging adults and their families. Susie shares expert guidance on powers of attorney, wills, trusts, Medicaid planning, and how families can protect both assets and peace of mind while[...]
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In Episode 2 of The ROADS Podcast, Kristen and Jill break down one of the most confusing parts of caregiving: understanding how senior care is paid for. From Medicare and Medicaid to private insurance, Medicare Advantage plans, rehab stays, assisted living, nursing homes, and home care, they explain what families need to know when navigating[...]
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In this episode of The Roads Podcast, Kristen from Ingham County Medical Care Facility and Jill Clauser, social worker with AdvisaCare, discuss how families can advocate for a loved one in senior care. Drawing from decades of experience in healthcare and elder services, they share practical advice for navigating the healthcare system, preparing for medical[...]
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Hospital readmissions can be physically and emotionally draining—for patients, families, and caregivers alike. In many cases, they’re also avoidable. Whether due to unmanaged symptoms, medication issues, or lack of support after discharge, repeated hospital visits often signal that more help is needed at home. At AdvisaCare, we believe the right care at the right time[…]
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For families in Charlevoix and Northern Michigan, deciding when to consider hospice care is often filled with questions and emotion. But understanding the signs can help bring peace and clarity—especially when a loved one wishes to spend their remaining time in the comfort of home. At AdvisaCare, we provide compassionate in-home hospice care for residents[…]
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Deciding when to consider hospice care is never easy, but for families in Troy and the surrounding Metro Detroit area, understanding the signs and benefits can bring comfort during uncertain times. Many individuals with advanced illness want to remain at home, in familiar surroundings, with care that emphasizes peace, comfort, and dignity. At AdvisaCare, we[…]
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Deciding when to begin hospice care is one of the most emotional and personal choices a family will make. But recognizing the signs that it may be time for hospice can bring comfort, clarity, and a renewed focus on quality of life. At AdvisaCare, we provide compassionate, in-home hospice services that allow individuals to spend[…]
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Recovering from a catastrophic injury is one of the most difficult journeys an individual and their family can face. Whether the result of a motor vehicle accident, a workplace injury, or a fall, the impact can be devastating—and long-lasting. For many families in Livonia and the Detroit metro area, the question becomes: what’s the best[…]
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A catastrophic injury can change everything in an instant. Whether caused by a car accident, workplace trauma, or a severe fall, these injuries often leave individuals and families facing a long, challenging recovery. In Grand Rapids, where top hospitals and rehabilitation centers are part of the city’s fabric, many patients now choose to continue recovery[…]
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A catastrophic injury can change life in an instant. Whether caused by a car accident, spinal cord injury, or traumatic brain injury, the road to recovery is often long and complex. One of the most important decisions families face is where that recovery will take place. Increasingly, patients and their loved ones are choosing in-home[…]
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