In a recent episode of We’re at the Age, hosts Marjorie Moore and Melody Fox sat down with Dr. Maurya D. Cockrell, a death doula and founder of Leaves Speak Healthcare, to answer an important question: What is a death doula? From legacy planning to grief rituals, this episode is all about embracing end-of-life conversations…
Read MoreWhy Nursing Home Emergency Preparedness Is Essential
Residents in long-term care are among the most vulnerable during emergencies. Many live with physical or cognitive limitations that prevent them from responding to crises on their own. Federal guidelines require all nursing homes to have a written emergency preparedness plan, but not all plans are detailed, up to date, or well communicated to families….
Read MoreNavigating St. Louis ALS Care Options: What Families Need to Know
Honoring ALS Awareness Month May is ALS Awareness Month, a time to recognize those living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and the families who support them. ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects a person’s ability to move, speak, and eventually breathe on their own. Because of the complex and evolving care needs, understanding…
Read MoreHow to Know It’s Time for a Will: Advice from Estate Attorney Brian Quinn
At VOYCE, we believe that taking control of your future starts with a conversation — and sometimes that conversation needs to be about getting a will. In a recent episode of We’re at the Age, Melody Fox and Marjorie Moore sat down with estate attorney and former VOYCE board member, Brian Quinn of Quinn Estate…
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Finding the Right Nursing Home for a Loved One with Parkinson’s: What You Need to Know
April 11 was World Parkinson’s Day, a time to raise awareness about Parkinson’s disease and the unique challenges individuals with this condition face. Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, balance, and coordination. As the disease advances, many individuals require long-term care in a nursing home or assisted living facility. However, not all…
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Protect Critical Aging Services: Why the Closure of ACL Puts Older Adults at Risk
The recent closure of the Administration for Community Living (ACL) within the federal Department of Health and Human Services is a devastating loss for older adults, people with disabilities, and their caregivers. The ACL was created in 2012 to ensure that older adults and people with disabilities could live independently and with dignity by bringing…
Read MoreWe’re at the Age to Have Tough Conversations
At VOYCE, the weeks after any traditional family holiday are some of our busiest times. Families visit aging loved ones and often notice changes that weren’t obvious before—a little more frailty and confusion. During these times, families realize it might be time to have some tough conversations. Melody Fox, co-host of the We’re At The…
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