Tewes Cares: Geriatric Care Manager & Advocate

01/17/2026

This applies to caregivers, too. You can't always be the "yes". Ask for a little help. Be specific. Accept help. -->LeslieAlin@TewesCARES.com

01/17/2026

Are you a Proactive Planner or hoping to not have a crisis? "In a stark revelation..." (read on). To discuss your situation, confidentially -->LeslieAlin@TewesCARES.com

https://www.retirementlivingsourcebook.com/proagingnews/families-often-wait-for-crisis-before-seeking-elder-care-guidance-survey-finds #

01/17/2026

You have a choice.
Want to discuss the nuances as they relate to your case? -->LeslieAlin@TewesCARES.com

01/17/2026

Have you heard about the problems with Medicare Advantage plans? The ones that have a "PPO" or "HMO" printed on the card. Do you want your original Medicare benefits back? Now's the time. there's a special opportunity now. -->LeslieAlin@TewesCARES.com

Get out of MA or change from a bad plan during the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period from January 1-March 31.

01/15/2026

We are already feeling it. If you know anyone interested in working in healthcare, there are many different positions with varying education and training requirements. Some offer free or low cost training. Please. We need you.

Providers trying to balance increased patient demand with a need for additional staff may be working at cross purposes, even as they hope to capitalize on an important moment for the skilled nursing sector.

Read part two of our 2026 Outlook Survey results: https://bit.ly/3LC3h9F

01/15/2026

Education & Advocacy. You have Rights.

Ombudsmen help older adults and people with disabilities who live in nursing homes, assisted living, and other licensed adult care homes understand and exercise their rights to good care. Learn more and find help from an ombudsman. https://aging.ny.gov/long-term-care-ombudsman-program

01/15/2026

If you want to understand the pros & cons as it relates to your health today and looking forward, contact. -->LeslieAlin@TewesCARES.com

01/15/2026

Credentials matter... National Academy of Certified Care Managers - NACCM Standards of Practice matters... Code of Ethics matters. That's why Leslie is certified and a long-standing member of the most highly regarded association in this field. ALCA, the Aging Life Care Association .

Aging Life Care Professionals What Distinguishes an Aging Life Care Manager from Other Geriatric Care Managers? Benefits to using an Aging Life Care Manager.

01/14/2026

If you're wondering about proactive planning, reach out for a brief, complimentary discovery consultation. -->LeslieAlin@TewesCARES.com

01/14/2026

Solo-Aging? We hear more & more about meandering as we get older, but for those in a 'solo' situation it's extra difficult. At Tewes-CARES: Aging, Life-Span, Health-Care Consultants, we help... guide... support... empower... partner-in-your-care. -->LeslieAlin@TewesCARES.com

The big costs — and risks — of solo aging.

01/11/2026

Credentials matter.
National Academy of Certified Care Managers - NACCM

01/08/2026

If you have Medicare, you have the right to choose someone to help you with your Medicare questions and problems. This helper is called an authorized representative.
They can help you pick a Medicare plan, sign up for Medicare, and take care of your Medicare benefits. They can talk to Medicare for you, fill out forms, and help you make choices. This person can be a family member, friend, caregiver, or anyone you trust.
If you would like someone else to help you make your Medicare decisions, such as a spouse, child, or friend, a form can be signed (Form CMS-1696) to make that person an authorized representative.
Learn more about planning for future health care needs by visiting our blog: www.shiphelp.org/preparing-future-health-care-needs/