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When you become a caregiver, whether suddenly or through the challenges of being a caregiver. We
gradually, you wade (or are thrown) into new waters. will help you to prioritize your concerns, and
You find yourself learning a whole new language... strategize together to make a plan and then assist in
ADLs, level of care, dementia, Alzheimer’s, accessing what you need.
Medicare, Medicaid and on and on.
Benefits
The logistics themselves can be a lot to navigate, • Peace of mind
but then there is the emotional side of things. When • Reduced stress
providing elder care, you have someone depending • Easy access to expertise when you need it
on you but they don’t want to feel “dependent”. • A professional aging expert to talk to when
This is often your parent, someone you turned to for something is bothering you or weighing you down
advice and support throughout life. Or, maybe they • Avoiding pitfalls and easily finding solutions
were not there for you and this situation is even • Companionship on the journey of caregiving: an
more complicated. So, you also have to navigate end to struggling alone or worrying if you’re
how you approach things, family dynamics, decision doing the right thing
making, and everyone’s emotional responses. • Better organization of tasks, documents,
contacts: time and stress savings
Even when you have a lot of support, what you • Improved outcomes for your loved ones, both the
need is reliable, professional advice and input from care recipient and other family relationships
a neutral and experienced point of view. It helps • Cost savings: saving you time, money, and
immensely to just hear you are doing your best. And, anguish.
let’s be honest, being a caregiver can feel lonely • A predictable, affordable monthly membership
even when you have supportive friends and family.
that offers you information and resources to help
Therefore, EasyLiving developed our Caregiver with costs and quality of care
Coaching Service to address what caregivers tell us What’s Included with your Caregiver Coaching
they most need. Now, you can access professional Membership
advice, support, and coaching for any elder care • Assessment to identify key issues
issue you encounter, conveniently from anywhere • 90 minutes of on-demand access to an expert
in the world. Aging Life Care Coach to address concerns you
What is it? are facing via text, call, email or video call
An affordable subscription service that gives you • Connections to local resources for any needed
access to professional caregiver coaching. You care or direct support
might be familiar with services like Talkspace and • Family Room Portal: calendar, to-do list, contact
Better Help that have revolutionized access to coun- list
seling services. This program brings that same type • Monthly educational newsletter
of convenience and peace of mind to family caregiv-
ers. You are just a click or call away from quick and
easy access to professional support leading to clar-
ity and stability. You get the help you want - when
you need it - from an experienced professional who
will listen to your concerns, and help you to navigate