Brandywine Elder Care Management

09/04/2026

Sometimes the most helpful thing a caregiver can have is a place to ask questions and be heard.

Dementia Unplugged™: Ask the Expert™ is a welcoming Zoom conversation where caregivers, care partners, and people living with dementia or mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can ask questions and get practical guidance in a supportive setting.

Hosted by the Dementia Society of America, sessions are held most Mondays at 4:00 p.m. PT / 7:00 p.m. ET. You'll only need to register once to join the series.

Learn more and register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_25m58HXdSw-aZksQN7VOJQ #/registration

Your Basic Dementia Questions Answered Most Mondays @ 7:00 PM Eastern. YOU MUST REGISTER AT LEAST ONCE FOR THE SERIES Please check the dates, and be sure they're added to your calendar. DISCLOSURE The information and resources discussed in this call are for informational purposes only. They are not....

09/02/2026

September is Healthy Aging Month and we're kicking off five weeks of healthy aging tips rooted in our work with older adults and their families.

This week we're focusing on social wellness.

In 2024, 29% of older adults reported feeling lonely or isolated and the health consequences are real. One of the most impactful things families can do is make connection a priority. A consistent visit, a shared activity, or a program designed around who your loved one is can make a significant difference in their overall health and quality of life.

If your loved one has started pulling away, our Thoughtful Engagement® Specialists show up as joy facilitators, reigniting the connections and experiences that bring life back into focus. https://brandywinethoughtfulengagement.com/

09/01/2026

Did you know that PA seniors age 65 or older may qualify for a reduced vehicle registration fee?

Applicants must meet the following requirements:
☑️Receive Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, retirement benefits or other pensions and annuities
☑️Have a total income of $30,778 or less, including income from business, rentals and unemployment
☑️Serve as the main driver of the vehicle, unless a physical or mental condition prevents them from driving
☑️Register a vehicle weighing 9,000 pounds or less
☑️Each qualified applicant may register one vehicle at the reduced rate.

Retired Pennsylvanians can call the district office for assistance with understanding eligibility and to process their auto registration renewal. Reach out to Rep. Craig Williams staff at (610) 358-5925 for an appointment.

08/30/2026

Mark your calendars for Fall Shredding and Drug Take Back

Representative Craig Williams will be hosting a shredding and drug take back event on Saturday, September 19, from 9 a.m. to noon at Garnet Valley Middle School, 601 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills. Residents may bring documents for secure shredding and unwanted medications for safe disposal.

08/29/2026

are increasingly being targeted by . To help protect this vulnerable population from online scams, the Pennsylvania Office of Homeland Security, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office, is hosting a virtual workshop on cybercrime .

FREE ONLINE TRAINING
💻Protecting Seniors Online: Think Before You Click
🗓️Wednesday, September 9, 2026
⌚1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Register online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/protecting-seniors-online-think-before-you-click-free-webinar-tickets-1992825293097

08/27/2026

What if the best gift you could give someone you love wasn't something you could wrap?

Our Thoughtful Engagement® program offers families a way to show up for a loved one even when life keeps you from being there in person. Personalized, meaningful experiences delivered by one of our Thoughtful Engagement Specialists, with photos and reflections so you stay connected.

Give the Gift of Time: https://brandywinethoughtfulengagement.com/

08/25/2026

Sticking to a routine with a loved one living with dementia is important. But so is finding programming designed with them in mind.

ARTZ Philadelphia offers virtual and in-person events built around the needs of people living with dementia and their care partners. September's calendar is worth a look. https://www.artzphilly.org/event-calendar/

08/24/2026

What better way to kick off the work week than with waffles and networking? 🧇☕️

We’re grateful we had the opportunity to be part of this morning’s event alongside fellow senior care providers. Thanks for a great time of connection and conversation!

Arbor Terrace Willistown
Caring Hospice Services of Western PA
Serving Spirit Home Care

08/20/2026

"I'm fine. I don't need help."

It's one of the most common things adult children hear from an aging parent. And one of the hardest to respond to with grace. The Aging Life Care Association® breaks down how to start that conversation in a way that preserves the relationship and plans ahead. https://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/what-to-do-when-your-parent-says-im-fine-i-dont-need-help/

Concerned about an aging parent? Learn how to navigate resistance, start care conversations, and plan before a crisis happens.

08/18/2026

Margo spent years as a caregiver. When that chapter closed, she had to rediscover herself. Listen to her journey on the Age of Aging Podcast from Penn Memory Center. https://www.ageofaging.org/episodes/dancing-in-the-rain

Dancing in the Rain: Margo Woodacre On Finding Yourself After Caregiving At the Age of Aging , we are sometimes lucky enough to have too many great stories to fit into a single podcast episode. We ran into this fortunate circumstance last season with our episode, “Ambiguous Loss,” which shared t...