Aging Advantage

Colorectal Cancer Screening: For adults at average risk, screening generally begins at 45. There are several screening options, including some that can be done at home.

Educational information only. Screening recommendations vary based on individual health history and risk factors. Talk with your healthcare provider about what is right for you.

Breast Cancer Screening: Talk with your healthcare provider about when mammography is appropriate for you.

Screening recommendations vary based on individual health history and risk factors. Talk with your healthcare provider about what is right for you.

IS YOUR HEALTH CHECKLIST UP TO DATE?

DON'T TRY TO REMEMBER IT ALL.
Make a list. Take it to your appointment. Ask questions.

When was your last wellness visit?
Your last mammogram?
Your last colon cancer screening?
Your last vision or hearing check?
Preventive care isn't about expecting something to be wrong.
It's about giving yourself the opportunity to find problems early, stay informed, and make decisions about your health.
This month, we're sharing a simple reminder:
Know. Screen. Prevent. Thrive.
And caregivers—this reminder is for you, too. ❤️

Know. Screen. Prevent. Thrive.

Taking care of yourself is one of the most important things you can do for the people who count on you.

Caregivers spend so much time making sure everyone else gets to the doctor. Don't forget your own appointments.

Throughout the month of October we will be sharing reminders, helpful tips, and questions to speak with your care team about regarding your health as a caregiver.

September Reminder: Care is about people.

Behind every appointment is a person.
Behind every care plan is a family.
Behind every decision is a story.
Great care isn't just about checking boxes.
It's about listening. Connecting. Advocating. Supporting.

Whether you’re an older adult, a caregiver, or a family member trying to figure out what comes next—you don't have to navigate the journey alone.
We're here to help you find the way forward. 🧭💙

🚨 The best time to create a care plan is before you desperately need one.
If your family is already saying:
“We don't know what to do.”
“We can't keep doing this alone.”
“Who is going to handle all of this?” …it may be time to ask for help.

Geriatric care management can help families understand their options, organize resources and create a plan for the road ahead.
Planning isn't giving up independence. It's protecting it.

We at Aging Advantage are dedicated to helping seniors and their caregivers navigate the journey around them by helping them connect with local resources, assist with paperwork, educational oppourtunities and one on one trainings.

To help figure our specific needs we have a questionnaire to measure caregiver stress and help our team connect with the needs of local caregivers.

Please click the link or scan the QR code to answer this survey and help us better understand the needs of our community.

https://forms.gle/snrVnCMdGQ7csTXd8

What does a Geriatric Care Manager actually do?
Think of us as the GPS for aging well.
We help families:
✔️ Identify needs
✔️ Coordinate care
✔️ Connect with resources
✔️ Advocate for older adults
✔️ Support caregivers
✔️ Navigate complicated systems
✔️ Plan for what comes next
Our goal isn't simply to manage care.
It's to bring clarity to the chaos and connection to the care.💙

MYTH: “I’ll figure out Medicaid when I need it.”

REALITY: Planning ahead can make the process much less stressful.

Understanding eligibility, gathering documents and learning about available resources before a crisis occurs can give families more time to make informed decisions.

If Medicaid may become part of your loved one’s care plan, consider starting the conversation early.