PERSONALIZED SUPPORT FOR YOU + YOUR FAMILY

Each relationship begins with a conversation to identify the client’s needs, concerns, and priorities. Together, we establish concrete goals for our work.

Aging Parents and Family Decision-Making

I help families plan ahead and make difficult decisions with aging parents, before or during a crisis. This may include clarifying care and end-of-life wishes, organizing key medical and legal information, researching living and care options, coordinating a move, preparing for or facilitating family conversations, and creating a clear written plan for decisions and next steps.

Research

I conduct extensive research to help clients better understand the questions arising in their care. I draw from PubMed and leading medical journals, look for similar published cases or clinical trials, and work with medical librarians to gather relevant background. I pair that information with the client’s history and concerns to create a concise summary and thoughtful list of questions for their next appointment. The goal is not to arrive at an independent diagnosis or treatment plan, but to help clients present their situation clearly, ask thoughtful questions, and participate more fully in decisions with their care team.

Appointment Preparation and Partnership

I help clients prepare for medical appointments so they can make the best use of their limited time with providers. Together, we organize relevant history and concerns, identify priorities, and develop questions. I can also attend as an extra listener and note taker, then help organize notes, follow-up questions, and next steps. I manage small but important details, including:

• Coordinating medical record transfers
• Determining who to contact for follow-up
• Facilitating communication with providers
• Preparing relevant questions and other materials for each visit
• Organizing notes and follow-up steps after the appointment

Finding Care and Services

Finding the right clinicians and sorting through care options can be difficult and time-consuming. I help clients identify and compare options such as:

• Second opinions and specialists
• Primary and integrative care providers
• Nutritionists, physical and occupational therapists, and mental health professionals
• Rehabilitation, home health, and in-home care
• Assisted living and memory care communities
• Palliative care and hospice
• Transportation and other local services

Supporting the Support Team

Family members are often pulled into caregiving and decision-making with little experience or guidance. I can help them find emotional support, useful reading, and appropriate legal or financial professionals. With the client’s permission, I can also help keep family members informed and coordinate communication so the responsibility does not fall entirely on one person.