Learn how Special Needs Trusts in Tennessee protect Medicaid, TennCare, and SSI benefits when a loved one receives an inheritance or settlement. Avoid costly mistakes with proactive planning.

When facing serious illness, many patients and families are unsure about the types of care available. Two commonly confused terms are palliative care and hospice care. While both provide support for individuals with chronic or serious conditions, they are not the same, and understanding the difference can make a big impact on treatment decisions.   What Is Palliative Care? Palliative care is specialized medical care focused on providing relief from the symptoms, pain, and str

By Dana Hentschel, Outreach Coordinator   This winter, Nashville experienced a historic ice storm. For a full week leading up to it, meteorologists warned us to prepare, stock up on essentials, expect to be stuck at home, and be ready for possible power outages lasting days. Some people heeded the warning. Others dismissed it as hype, just another excuse to empty grocery store shelves. A winter storm has caused significant damage, with ice-laden trees collapsing onto power li

Receiving one’s driver license is customarily seen as a rite of passage into adulthood. However, the privileges of driving often come at a cost as the years progress and symptoms of aging begin to appear. When is it no longer safe for a person to drive? In Tennessee, the most common reason is when physical, cognitive (e.g., Alzheimer’s disease, seizures and loss of consciousness), or sensory decline impairs the ability to react quickly, navigate safely, or follow traffic rule

Weather emergencies can happen at any time, and for families caring for older adults, preparation is more than a convenience, it’s a necessity.   Why Planning Matters More for Older Adults While no one can control the weather, families can control how prepared they are. Sudden snowstorms, ice, power outages, or extreme heat can quickly turn everyday routines into dangerous situations for seniors. particularly those living alone or relying on outside caregivers. Planning ahead

Keep loved ones safe this season. Johnson McGinnis shares holiday safety tips for seniors with dementia across Tennessee.

When you have aging parents, small changes can build into larger concerns. Is it time to plan for your parents’ long-term care needs?

Alzheimer’s does more than take memories. It reshapes lives, families, and futures. But you can take steps now to protect their wishes.

Planning for assisted living costs is easier with legal guidance that protects assets, explores benefits, and secures family finances.

Make this season special with dementia-friendly holiday tips to help your loved one feel safe, comfortable, and connected at home.

Discover how trust, respect, and compassion shape caregiver support after a fall and help loved ones regain confidence.

Find trusted Parkinson’s disease support resources, expert care, and education from the Parkinson’s Foundation to help you live well.

Are you or a loved one facing a financial crisis? What if your mom outlives her savings? That question alone can make your heart race....

Worried about what to do when elderly parents fall? Learn how to respond, make their home safer, and handle legal planning.

Healthy recipes for busy caregivers, like our Mediterranean Bowl and Eggroll in a Bowl, offer quick, flavorful meals to fuel busy days.

Caring for an aging loved one can be overwhelming, but that’s where care coordination comes in.

Discover how the role of a care coordinator supports families with elder care planning by connecting legal, medical, and personal needs for better outcomes.

Are you looking for ways to protect your assets? Did you know that a single mistake in estate planning  could cost your family tens or...

Reclaim your well-being with practical strategies for caregivers. Learn how sleep, mindset shifts, and laughter can help you navigate the em

Adjusting to life after caregiving can be an emotional journey filled with unexpected challenges.

Winter can bring unique challenges for caregiving, dementia, and mental well-being.

Offering tips and Tennessee-specific resources to help those caring for aging parents manage responsibilities, reduce stress, and ensure the

Create a warm, safe, and supportive dementia-friendly home environment this holiday season.

Discover how care coordinators help caregivers while ensuring loved ones receive the best possible care.