With a Little Help From a Care Manager
Aging often brings a complicated mix of medical decisions, family dynamics, logistics, and finances. And when those elements suddenly become urgent, even the most capable family can feel overwhelmed.
That’s where aging life care managers can come in. These certified professionals—who serve as coordinators rather than hands-on caregivers—help families assess needs, arrange services, advocate for an older adult, and navigate decisions that can otherwise fall entirely on an already-stretched family member.
Read the New York Times article for a better understanding of this profession, and how to plan for, or navigate, an aging care crisis. Note: the service can be costly and is typically not covered by insurance.
The Unstoppable June Squibb
June Squibb, 95, knows how to play to her age–and defy it. Last week, I saw a screening of her new movie Eleanor the Great, directed by Scarlett Johansson. Squibb plays Eleanor, a 94-year-old woman living in Florida, who loses her best friend and is then pressured into moving back to New York City to live with her daughter, played by Jessica Hecht.
As she wrestles with the dueling factors of being treated like an incapable old woman by her daughter while still, as she puts it, feeling like the same person she’s always been, she stumbles on an unconventional way to memorialize her dear friend, which stirs up a bit of trouble.
Along the way, the movie shines a light on the beauty and mutual benefits of intergenerational friendships.
Squibb, who has no plans to retire, (you might remember her from the movie Thelma in 2024) will also be hitting the stage on Broadway in December, starring alongside Cynthia Nixon in Marjorie Prime. Learn more about Squibb’s career at E!News.