Aging is inevitable, but it doesn’t mean that growing older ought to be uncomfortable, lonely or happening away from the comfort of one’s home. Senior care is a matter that touches everyone at some point in life and whether it’s for yourself or a loved one, planning ahead is crucial to ensure the optimal conditions are in place.

In this new episode of What They Don’t Tell You, Anna Presmyslova, Investment Advisor at CWB McLean & Partners, discusses with Karen Skoretz of Just Like Family Home Care the important things to know about senior care. After many years evolving in health-based non-for-profit organizations and in the caregiving industry, Karen Skoretz’s experience came together through Just Like Family Home Care, which provides personalized home care plans for seniors. They take a holistic approach, providing a safe and caring environment, building relationships and treating all their clients like family. 

As the co-owner of Just Like Family Home Care, Karen Skoretz has witnessed multiple crises arising from insufficient senior care, but also the conflicts that can be caused by the emotionally charged discussions between adult children and parents. Conversations about senior care can be filled with resistance, worries, and anger, as most people fear aging and worry they will lose their independence. This episode highlights the misconceptions people may have about elderly care, an industry that has significantly evolved since the 1970s. 

Although she always prioritizes aging in place, which allows clients to stay in the comfort of their home while ensuring their safety, Karen Skoretz outlines the various options available, including independent living, memory care, long-term care and palliative and hospice care at the end of life.

This episode also provides insights on the importance of planning ahead, starting the research process early and having these difficult conversations as soon as possible instead of waiting for a crisis. By slowly implementing care services, we are often able to avoid some serious problems, and therefore ensuring seniors can stay in their home for as long as possible. As the COVID-19 pandemic emphasized, the government isn’t always there to help older generations through their aging process, due to cutbacks and lack of resources. This reinforces the importance of addressing senior care as soon as possible

Another misconception discussed in this episode is the cost of these services, which are often believed to be out of most people’s reach. By starting the process early and planning ahead, the various costs (which can vary from a couple hundred to $6500 a month) can be anticipated, and therefore planned for.

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To learn more about Anna Premyslova

LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/anna-premyslova-cfa-42894966

About: www.cwbmcleanpartners.com/en/about-us/our-team/anna-premyslova

To learn more about CWB Wealth Management

Website: www.cwbwealth.com

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To learn more about Karen Skoretz

LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/karenskoretz

To learn more about Just Like Family Home Care

Website: calgary.justlikefamily.ca

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