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09/27/2026

We enjoyed chatting with our friends at The Charlotte Ledger about the importance of advocating for yourself in medical settings. Full episode out soon!

09/22/2026

Reversible or pseudodementia - Not all memory loss or cognitive change is permanent. Before assuming Alzheimer's, make sure your loved one receives a complete medical evaluation, as some underlying causes can be treated. Learn what to watch for and why early diagnosis matters.

Not all memory loss or cognitive change is permanent. Before assuming Alzheimer's, make sure your loved one receives a complete medical evaluation, as some underlying causes can be treated. Learn what to watch for and why early diagnosis matters.

09/15/2026

Visiting the doctor after a fall - September is National Falls Prevention Awareness Month. After a fall, the doctor should check for any fractures or broken bones. But other reviews and screenings are also needed to get the full picture and prevent a future fall.

September is National Falls Prevention Awareness Month. After a fall, the doctor should check for any fractures or broken bones. But other reviews and screenings are also needed to get the full picture and prevent a future fall.

09/08/2026

The habit of happiness - It turns out our experience of happiness is a bit like a muscle, growing stronger with exercise. We can get used to a certain level of ability, but that may be unnecessarily low. Learn how small, intentional habits can help you build up to a higher level of happiness.

It turns out our experience of happiness is a bit like a muscle, growing stronger with exercise. We can get used to a certain level of ability, but that may be unnecessarily low. Learn how small, intentional habits can help you build up to a higher level of happiness.

09/07/2026

Medicare rehab coverage ends faster than most families expect. What Huntersville and Lake Norman families should do with the short window they have. Read more ...

Your mother went to Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center after a fall. She was admitted, stayed a few days, and then moved to a skilled nursing facility for rehab. Everyone told you this was the good outcome, and they were right. Then, about two weeks in, a social worker mentions that Medicare....

09/02/2026

Preparing for emergencies with a “go bag” - Would you be ready if you had to leave home in a hurry? September is National Preparedness Month, and if you've never packed a "go bag" or haven't revisited yours in a while, now is a great time to do so.

Would you be ready if you had to leave home in a hurry? September is National Preparedness Month, and if you've never packed a "go bag" or haven't revisited yours in a while, now is a great time to do so.

09/01/2026

Who needs a pacemaker? - If your loved one struggles with symptoms of a slow heart rate, such as light-headedness and fatigue, a pacemaker can help regulate their heartbeat, leading to better energy and overall quality of life. However, pacemakers are not appropriate in every situation.

If your loved one struggles with symptoms of a slow heart rate, such as light-headedness and fatigue, a pacemaker can help regulate their heartbeat, leading to better energy and overall quality of life. However, pacemakers are not appropriate in every situation.

08/25/2026

When reasoning becomes a concern - Have you noticed your relative struggling with everyday decisions? As a family caregiver, it's important to understand what to do next, such as seeking a medical evaluation and making sure important legal documents are in place.

Have you noticed your relative struggling with everyday decisions? As a family caregiver, it's important to understand what to do next, such as seeking a medical evaluation and making sure important legal documents are in place.

08/25/2026

Finding a Geriatric or Aging Life Care Manager Near Lake Norman - Our Lake Norman roots In 2005, our Founder & CEO, Jennifer T. Szakaly, started Caregiving Corner in Cornelius, NC. Still a resident in Cornelius today, Jennifer believes that the Lake Norman area needs the expertise of an Aging Life Care Manager (formerly called a geriatric care manager) due to it’s unique location and attractiveness for retirees. While people gravitate towards the smaller towns of Lake Norman (Huntersville, Denver, Mooresville, Cornelius, Davidson), there can be some challenges when it comes to having a variety of service providers and care communities. Many communities are more likely to have a wait list due to... Read more ...
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Our Lake Norman roots In 2005, our Founder & CEO, Jennifer T. Szakaly, started Caregiving Corner in Cornelius, NC. Still a resident in Cornelius today, Jennifer believes that the Lake Norman area needs the expertise of an Aging Life Care Manager (formerly called a geriatric care manager) due to it.....

08/18/2026

Options for taking a break from caregiving - It's essential to take breaks from your duties as a family caregiver. You need to recharge your own batteries if you're going to manage for the long haul. Several options exist to ensure your loved one is well cared for, from adult day center programs to short-term stays at facilities.

It's essential to take breaks from your duties as a family caregiver. You need to recharge your own batteries if you're going to manage for the long haul. Several options exist to ensure your loved one is well cared for, from adult day center programs to short-term stays at facilities.