Category: Dr. Macie Smith

Whether you are just starting out on your caregiving journey or are a ways down the road, it’s always a good idea to have as many resources at your fingertips as you can. Here are five different ways to gather resources that can support your role as a family caregiver. 1. Learn as much as…

Multigenerational households with three or more generations living in the same home are on the rise, according to the Pew Research Center.  In fact, today about one in five Americans lives in a multigenerational home. Growth of multigenerational homes accelerated during the financial crisis between 2007 and 2009 and revved up again during the pandemic. …

By Dr. Macie P. Smith As a caregiver, comprehending the transformations in the aging brain can enhance your ability to support your older loved one. The brain, particularly an aging one, governs numerous aspects of our lives, including thinking, memory, planning and organizing, communicating, and decision-making, to name a few! These cognitive abilities influence our…

By Dr. Macie P. Smith This May marks 61 years since President John F. Kennedy first proclaimed an enhanced focus on serving older Americans throughout the month of May. At the time of JFK’s proclamation, over a third of Americans over the age of 65 were living in poverty, almost half didn’t have health insurance,…

As a licensed social worker, my main area of expertise is Geriatric Care Management. This is a growing field made up of professionals who help seniors and their families cope with the medical and social complexities of aging, which is why it’s sometimes referred to as Aging Life Care Management. As an advocate and guide…