Riverside Care Advisors

10/21/2025

Need help navigating the discharge of your loved one from rehab or the hospital?
The transition home can feel overwhelming for everyone - coordinating follow-up home and medical care, medications, and services, all while making sure your loved one is ok.

At Riverside Care Advisors, our professional Aging Life Care Managers guide families through these critical moments. We simplify the process, answer your questions, and create a care plan that supports both your loved one and your peace of mind.

Schedule a one hour consultation today to get the expert guidance you and your loved one deserve.

Call Rhiannon Stare, RN, CMC, Expert Aging Life Care Manager, Owner of Riverside Care Advisors
617-686-2960
www.riversidecareadvisors.com
rstare@riversidecareadvisors.com

10/15/2025

The Medicare Open Enrollment Period for 2025 runs from October 15 – December 7, 2024. This is your opportunity to review and update your coverage so it meets your health and financial needs in the year ahead.

Key Dates:

Open Enrollment: October 15 – December 7, 2024

Coverage Start: January 1, 2025

💡 What You Can Do During Open Enrollment

Switch between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage

Change from one Medicare Advantage plan to another

Change your Medicare Part D prescription plan

Enroll in Part D if you missed your first opportunity

✨ New in 2025

$2,000 out-of-pocket cap on prescription drugs

Insulin capped at $35/month

No cost for recommended vaccines

🔎 Tips for Preparing

Review your current plan to make sure it still meets your needs

Compare new options—plans and benefits change every year

Being proactive during open enrollment ensures you get the best care and value for 2026

At Riverside Care Advisors, we are here to support you in making informed decisions about your care and coverage.

🌐 www.riversidecareadvisors.com

📞 617-686-2960
📧 rstare@riversidecareadvisors.com

10/14/2025

Winter is around the corner—are your older loved ones that live at home independently prepared?

For older adults living independently at home, a little planning can go a long way in staying safe and comfortable through the cold months. Here are a few things to check before the snow falls:
✅ Schedule flu shots and refill prescriptions
✅ Test flashlights and stock extra batteries
✅ Plan ahead for power outages
✅ Line up snow removal help (shoveling/plowing)
✅ Service heating systems and check detectors
✅ Arrange check-ins with family, neighbors, or caregivers

Taking these simple steps helps ensure peace of mind all winter long.

👉 Need guidance for your loved one? Do you live far from your loved one? Riverside Care Advisors is here to help.
📞 617-686-2960 | 📧 Call Rhiannon Stare for more information on how an aging life care manager can help.
rstare@riversidecareadvisors.com
| 🌐 www.riversidecareadvisors.com

10/09/2025

Your Loved One Has Dementia… Now What?

Caring for someone with dementia can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

This two-night class is designed to provide valuable insights and guidance to families navigating the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia. Topics include:

✔️ Understanding dementia
✔️ Care planning
✔️ Resources and support systems

📚 Class Details:
👩‍⚕️ Instructor: Rhiannon Stare, RN, CMC
Owner of Riverside Care Advisors | Expert Aging Life Care Manager with extensive senior care experience

📍 Location: Nock Middle School, Newburyport, MA
🗓️ Dates: Wednesdays, November 5 & 12, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
💲 Cost: $60
👥 Class Limit: 20 participants

✨ Gain practical strategies and compassionate support to help you feel informed, confident, and supported on your caregiving journey.

👉 Register today through Newburyport Adult Continuing Education: 978-465-1257
🔗 https://newburyportadulted.org/product/your-loved-one-has-dementia-now-what/

📞 Questions? Contact Riverside Care Advisors:
🌐 www.riversidecareadvisors.com

📧 rstare@riversidecareadvisors.com

📱 617-686-2960

10/07/2025

Shelley Silverman – "Keeper of the Stories"

At Riverside Care Advisors, our Life Enrichment Specialist, Shelley Silverman, has a gift — she gently asks thought-provoking questions that unlock cherished memories our clients haven’t shared in years.

These moments don’t just bring joy to our clients in the present — they become treasured stories we can share with loved ones, preserving a rich tapestry of personal history.

One family member recently shared:

“Thanks so much for the update and recap! I was able to visit with him yesterday and we talked about your visits. He mentioned how he loves that you seem to ‘draw things out of him that he doesn’t often talk about.’ And he seems to really enjoy it! I just love hearing your updates. You get some great information from him.”

Shelley’s thoughtful conversations turn visits into opportunities for connection, reflection, and legacy.

Interested in providing Life Enrichment Services for your Loved One?

Call for more information: Rhiannon Stare, RN, CMC, Owner of Riverside Care Advisors
rstare@riversidecareadvisors.com
www.riversidecareadvisors.com
617-686-2960

09/30/2025

If you’re the one who:

– Coordinates medical appointments
– Worries about Mom's memory lapses
– Manages Dad’s medications from across the country
– Navigates family dynamics behind the scenes
– Answers late-night phone calls
– Makes all the big decisions…

You are doing the work of a caregiver.
Even if you’re not providing hands-on help, you are still shouldering the emotional, mental, and logistical load—and that’s called invisible caregiving.

💔 And when your aging parent refuses help, it makes everything harder.

That’s where Riverside Care Advisors steps in.
We help by:
✔️ Gently building trust with resistant parents
✔️ Offering clinical insight and neutral assessments
✔️ Coordinating care, navigating services, and reducing the stress on you
✔️ Helping your parent accept help, while preserving their dignity

👉 You don’t have to do this alone.

📞 Schedule a discovery call today: 617-686-2960 with Rhiannon Stare, RN, CMC, Owner of Riverside Care Advisors and Certified in Plant Based Medicine
🌐 www.riversidecareadvisors.com

09/23/2025

Life Enrichment at Riverside Care Advisors

Some days, it's not about the meds or doing the scheduled activities. It's about moments.

Last week, one of our clients—who has been feeling isolated in her home—shared that she just needed to smell the salt in the air. She said, “I miss the waves.”

So, our Life Enrichment Specialist, rearranged the day to meet our client where she was at.

They took a slow drive up the coast with the windows down. No rush. Just soft conversation, some tunes and the sound of the sea. They parked near her favorite beach, and she closed her eyes, breathed in deeply, and whispered, “Now this feels like home.”

These small but powerful experiences are at the heart of what we do at Riverside Care Advisors. It’s not just care—it’s connection. It’s knowing the person despite the diagnosis.

Whether it’s a walk in nature, creative engagement at home, or a quiet drive by the beach, our team meets each person where they are—and brings life back into their day.

❤️ Learn more about how we support joy and dignity at every stage of aging:

📞 617-686-2960
🌐 www.riversidecareadvisors.com
rstare@riversidecareadvisors.com

09/22/2025

09/18/2025

Win of the Week for Rhiannon Stare of Riverside Care Advisors/Elder Bloom Wellness!

This week we are celebrating incredible successes with our clients who embraced a plant-based approach to wellness:

✅ Two clients transitioned from Ambien to plant-based sleep gummies, resulting in restful sleep without the morning grogginess.
✅ Another client living with dementia was able to discontinue Xanax, finding natural plant-based support for mood—leading to calmer afternoons and more peace for both client and family.

These moments highlight the power of thoughtful, plant-based solutions to improve quality of life. 💚

If you or a loved one are curious about natural ways to support sleep, mood, and overall wellness, schedule a Plant-Based Consultation with Rhiannon Stare, RN, CMC today!

📞 617-686-2960
📧 rstare@riversidecareadvisors.com

🌐 www.riversidecareadvisors.com

09/16/2025

Stretched Between Generations? You Don’t Have to Do It Alone.

Caring for aging parents while managing your own family and career? If you're part of the Sandwich Generation, the stress and guilt can feel relentless — but Riverside Care Advisors is here to help.

Our expert Aging Life Care Managers partner with you to ease the overwhelm and ensure your loved ones receive the care they deserve.

We support families by:
✔ Coordinating and advocating for care and accompaniment to medical appointments
✔ Managing medications and prescriptions
✔ Navigating long-term care insurance
✔ Recommending and overseeing home modifications
✔ Finding the right help at home with vetted, trusted caregivers
✔ Advocating for your family every step of the way

You don’t have to figure this out alone — let’s make a plan together.

📞 Schedule your complimentary discovery call: 617-686-2960
🌐 Learn more at: www.riversidecareadvisors.com

Helping your parents doesn’t have to come at the cost of your own well-being.

09/15/2025

Easing Aging with Nature: Supporting Older Adults and Caregivers Through Plant Based Medicine and Wellness
Rhiannon Stare, RN, CMC, Owner of Riverside Care Advisors, was recently featured as a guest speaker on The Green Nurse/Holistic Caring Podcast at holisticcaring.com.
In this episode, Rhiannon explores how plant-based wellness and cannabis can be used thoughtfully to enhance quality of life for older adults and caregivers. As an Aging Life Care Manager and Certified Plant-Based Therapeutics Nurse, she brings both clinical expertise and compassion to this important conversation.
To expand on the discussion, Rhiannon also authored a blog post that accompanies the podcast, offering practical insights and education for families seeking holistic approaches to care.
Read the Blog here: http://bit.ly/3I4Z50p
Click here to watch the Podcast on You Tube: http://bit.ly/4glq2cX
For more information on a Plant Based Medicine consultation with Rhiannon, please visit our website at www.riversidecareadvisors.com under Elder Bloom Wellness.
You can email or call Rhiannon at rstare@riversidecareadvisors.com or 617-686-2960

09/11/2025

Celebrating National Assisted Living Week

Since 1995, the National Center for Assisted Living has recognized the vital role assisted living communities play in supporting older adults and individuals with disabilities. This week is all about honoring the compassionate staff, volunteers, residents, and families who make these communities so special.

At Riverside Care Advisors, we are deeply grateful for the incredible assisted living communities across the region. Together, we collaborate to ensure our clients receive not only receive excellent care but also the highest possible quality of life.

To all the dedicated teams in assisted living: thank you for your commitment, compassion, and collaboration. You make a meaningful difference every single day.

👉 Learn more about how we work alongside assisted living communities to support families and residents:
🌐 www.riversidecareadvisors.com

📞 617-686-2960
📧 Rhiannon Stare | rstare@riversidecareadvisors.com