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AgingCare.com has gathered a team of trained and knowledgeable experts experienced in all aspects of elder care, from health care to finance to mental health. Our experts answer caregivers’ questions, providing guidance and inspiration.
GabrielHeiser
K. Gabriel Heiser is an attorney with over 25 years experience in elder law and estate planning. Heiser is the author of "How to Protect Your Family's Assets from Devastating Nursing Home Costs: Medicaid Secrets," an annually updated practical guide for the layperson.
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RalphRobbinsCFP
Ralph S. Robbins, CFP© is a fully licensed Certified Financial Planning Practitioner specializing in Eldercare Financial Planning. He works everyday helping families in crisis find creative ways to fund long-term care expenses and deal with family financial issues.
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MimiJacobs
Mimi Jacobs, PT, MPT, GCS, OCS, is the founding Executive Director of Fox GERI: Geriatric Education and Research Institute. She is a Senior Physical Therapist for Fox Rehabilitation specializing in residential geriatric therapy, and the Director of the Fox Geriatric Residency Program.
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SheriSamotin
Sheri Samotin brings more than 25 years of business and management experience to LifeBridge Solutions. Sheri is a graduate of Wesleyan University and holds an MBA from Dartmouth College. Sheri is a member of numerous professional organizations and serves on the steering committee of Collier County’s Leadership Council on Aging.
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LynnIvey
Lynn Ivey left her banking career to care for her mother with dementia. Adult day care became a critical component for her mother, providing social stimulation and medical supervision, while enabling her to continue living at home.
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AlanKanter
Alan Kanter, A.I.A., specializes in home design and modifications for aging. Certified as an Aging in Place Specialist by the National Association of Home Builders, he helps elders live at home independently in surroundings that are safe, healthful, and environmentally responsible.
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DrJamie
Dr. James Huysman, PsyD, LCSW, CAP, CFT is an authority on caregiver burnout, compassion and addictions. He blogs for Psychology Today, and is on the NASW committee aimed at establishing national standardization of caregiving. With a practice in South Florida, he runs wellness workshops for professionals and family caregivers. Visit www.drjamie.com
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LynnHarrelson
Lynn Harrelson is a pharmacist who specializes in medication and prescription management for seniors. She provides health care services and information that help individuals remain independent in their homes, retirement and assisted living facilities.
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DrBornstein
Robert F. Bornstein, PhD is Professor of psychology at Adelphi University, and has published more than 150 articles and book chapters in psychology. He co-authored (with Mary A. Languirand, PhD) "When Someone You Love Needs Nursing Home, Assisted Living, or In-Home Care."
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RosanneRoge
Rosanne Rogé joined R.W. Rogé & Company, Inc. in January 1995. She is a graduate of C.W. Post - Long Island University. Ms. Rogé is certified by The Certified Financial Planners Board of Standards to use the professional certifications CFP and Certified Financial Planner. She is also a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA).
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CarolynRosenblatt
Rosenblatt has 40 years of combined experience in nursing and law. She is the author of "The Boomer's Guide to Aging Parents", offering practical solutions to legal and health care issues that adult children of aging parents face. She has authored articles on aging, family conflict and mediation of disputes related to aging.
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CindyLaverty
As the founder of The Care Company and host of The Cindy Laverty Show, the nation's only commercial radio program dedicated to caring for the caregiver, Cindy Laverty has established herself as one of the nation's foremost experts on caregiver related issues.
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AbbieSladick
Sladick is certified by the National Association of Homebuilders and an expert in Universal Design. She is a member of the advisory council for the National Kitchen and Bath Association and has also sat on the American Society of Interior Designer's National Council on Aging in Place and Universal Design.
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DrPatwardhan
Dr. Ravish Patwardhan is the founder and director of Comprehensive Neurosurgery Network, which specializes in minimally invasive techniques treating brain and spine problems. He was named one of the best neurosurgeons in the region during his first year of practice.
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GailSamaha
Gail M. Samaha is the founder of GMS Associates. She is a successful management consultant who from her own personal experience along with her background as a hospice volunteer and 30 years of business management , created an elder care planning division for elders and caregivers and trusted advisors.
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DrLanguirand
Mary A. Languirand, PhD, is in private practice in Garden City, NY, and counsels individuals, families, and health professionals in skilled nursing facilities. She co-authored (with Robert Bornstein, PhD) "When Someone You Love Needs Nursing Home, Assisted Living, or In-Home Care."
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DrMikolDavis
Dr. Davis has worked in psychiatric hospitals, juvenile detention halls, residential treatment, and outpatient clinics. He has a special interest in aging issues, has treated seniors up to age 85 years old and has expertise in depression, anxiety, addressing conflicts in families.
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Lueckenotte
Deanna Lueckenotte is the author of "Alzheimer's Days Gone By: For Those Caring For Their Loved Ones." She plans to continue publishing books related to Alzheimer's and caregivers. She would also like to continue her education by obtaining her doctorate in geriatrics.
Answers and more about Deanna Lueckenotte
JacquelineMarcell
Jacqueline Marcell is a former television executive who was so compelled by caring for her elderly parents (both with early Alzheimer's not diagnosed for over a year) she wrote "Elder Rage." She is also an International speaker on elder care and host of the popular Internet radio program "Coping With Caregiving."
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DrGrimaldi
Grimaldi is the Leader of the Neuropharmacology and Neuroscience Laboratory at Southern Research Institute in Alabama and specialized in clinical pharmacology. He is a co-investigator in the NIH-NINDS Drug Screening for Neurodegenerative Diseases and Stroke.
Answers and more about Dr. Maurizio Grimaldi
JonPBeyrer
Jon P. Beyrer, CFP, EA, is a personal financial adviser, specializing in comprehensive financial planning and investment portfolio management. He is a partner of Blankinship & Foster, LLC, a fee-only wealth advisory firm in Solana Beach, California. He holds a Master of Science Degree in Financial and Tax Planning.
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DrVidenovic
Dr. Videnovic cares for patients with Parkinson’s disease and various movement disorders. He is a principal investigator and co-investigator on several clinical trials in the field of Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders. He is an Assistant Professor of Neurology at Northwest University Feinberg School of Medicine.
Answers and more about Dr. Aleksandar Videnovic
DrRaczkowski
Dr. Raczkowski practices Cardiothoracic Surgery and General Surgery at Banner Heart Hospital. Renowned as the world's leading robotic cardiac surgeon, he uses a special technology, the Da Vinci robot, which enables him to perform delicate procedures such as valve repairs and coronary artery surgery.
Answers and more about Dr. Allen Raczkowski
DrJohnConnolly
Connolly is President and CEO of Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., America's trusted source for finding top doctors. He has an extensive background in management and healthcare. He was President of New York Medical College and a Fellow of the New York Academy of Medicine.
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BobRoth
Bob Roth experienced "the art of caregiving" first-hand at the end of his own mother’s life. He helped found Cypress HomeCare Solutions in 1994, in a quest to help families who need help in caring for their loves ones. With 25 years of consumer, healthcare and technology experience, Bob strives to bring innovations to the home care industry.
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LynnWoods
Lynn Woods, PhD, RN, GNP-BC, is a recognized leader in gerontological nursing whose research focuses on the prevention and non-drug treatment of behavioral symptoms of dementia, specifically Alzheimer’s disease. She is a founding member of the UCLA Center for the Advancement of Gerontological Nursing Science.
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MindingOurElders
Over 20 years, Bursack cared for 7 elderly family members and neighbors. She wrote the book "Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories." She is a regular contributor to AgingCare.com and has been interviewed on many national shows regarding her caregiving experiences.
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