The Option Group

08/06/2025

With thanks to Right at Home Greater Baltimore County/City’s Jack Orlando, and Melissa Koppal of Sunrise Senior Living, The Option Group hosts the Alzheimer’s Association’s Memory Café. A safe and relaxed place where people with early-stage memory loss can come together for a FREE lunch and engagement. Join us on Wednesday, August 13, 12-1 PM at The Option Group, 11019 McCormick Rd., Suite 260, Hunt Valley, MD, 21031. Prescreening is required 3 business days from the date of the event. Contact the Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline at 1.800.272.3900.

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08/05/2025

Thinking of retiring, or have retired? Ellen Platt and Michelle Fritsch have seen far too many people struggle to maintain health, function, and fulfillment as they prepare for and live in retirement. So much of that decline is preventable. What is PROPEL Comprehensive Wellness, and why did we design this program for you? Learn more at https://zurl.co/JsST8.

08/04/2025

Are you caring for someone with advanced Alzheimer’s disease? Would you like to connect with others going through similar experiences? Join the Dementia Caregiver Meet-Up, hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association and The Option Group. We meet the Second Monday of each month. The next meeting is 8/11/25, from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM, at The Option Group office (in-person and virtual), 11019 McCormick Rd., Suite 260, Hunt Valley, MD 21031. To Register: Call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 to register and receive virtual meeting login details.

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08/01/2025

August is National Wellness Month - the perfect time to focus on you. As we get older, self-care, stress management, and healthy routines matter more than ever. Need support? A healthcare advocate can make a huge difference - whether it’s helping you manage appointments, understand your treatment, or just feel less overwhelmed. Learn how a healthcare advocate can improve your life or support a loved one at https://zurl.co/YojWE.

By Diana (DeeDee) Bycoffe, BSN, RN, CWOCN, Nurse Care Manager As we get older, we must learn how better to care for ourselves. In some cases, we need help navigating this stage, especially as we begin dealing with more serious health issues. In addition to the obvious symptoms of wear and tear, the....

07/30/2025

Maryland residents—did you know? The Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD) is here to help improve access, services, and opportunities for individuals with disabilities across the state. Learn more about resources that support opportunity, access, and choice at https://zurl.co/hOEuA. Need support? We're just a call away. MD: 410-667-0266. PA: 717-287-9900 / 610-885-8899 / 215-896-6756. DE: 302-858-6449.

07/28/2025

Introducing Mary Jo Siebert, MS, the President of Educational Advocacy and Training of Ask & Aces, LLC. A longtime Educational Law consultant with a background in psychology, she’s adept at applying her over 40 years of experience to helping children, teens, and adults with autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD, and rare neurological disorders get the care and support they need. Have an IEP question? Contact her at https://zurl.co/BFa7I. 410-967-0122.

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07/25/2025

Tomorrow is National Disability Independence Day - a time to recognize and celebrate the strength, resilience, and independence of individuals with disabilities. At The Option Group, we are proud to support individuals and families through every life stage. Whether it’s an adult navigating the complexities of a disability or chronic illness, a senior requiring increased support, or a young person with unique needs, our comprehensive care management services are here to help. If an event has triggered concern for your loved one’s care, please contact The Option Group at 866-227-3798 (866-CARES98).

07/23/2025

We are proud to announce the newest addition to The Option Group team: Angela Iglesias, who joins us as a Care Manager. Angela brings not only a strong academic background but also a deep commitment to advocacy, patient support, and improving quality of life for those navigating complex care needs. You can learn more about her at https://zurl.co/LHdsf. If you or someone you love needs help, call one of our locations: MD: 410-667-0266 PA: 717-287-9900 / 610-885-8899 / 215-896-6756 DE: 302-858-6449.

07/23/2025

These are certainly uncertain times; here is your guidance to manage stress, sleep, well-being and more.

07/23/2025

Tomorrow is International Self-Care Day! This day reminds us that self-care matters 24/7. Take a moment for yourself - check out "5 Ways to Protect Your Wellness in These Uncertain Times" from PROPEL Comprehensive Wellness at https://zurl.co/vqYkb. Need a quick boost? Try “First Bite”, a free collection of wellness tips here at https://zurl.co/YbiZf.

These are certainly uncertain times; here is your guidance to manage stress, sleep, well-being and more.

07/21/2025

As temperatures climb, older adults face a higher risk of heat-related illness due to increased sensitivity to heat. Even mild dehydration or sun exposure can become serious. Simple precautions—like staying cool, hydrated, and connected—can make a big difference. Check out our full blog at https://zurl.co/mda14 for more tips on staying healthy in the heat.

By Steve Gale, Business Development Coordinator As temperatures rise, it’s important to take extra steps to protect older adults from heat-related illnesses. Our bodies become more sensitive to heat as we age, and even mild dehydration or sun exposure can quickly become dangerous. Here’s a helpf...