Common Questions About Aging and Senior Care
Simple answers to questions older adults and families ask most. Don't see your question? Call (608) 622-7170.
General Questions
What does an aging consultant do?
An aging consultant helps older adults and their families make decisions about aging. Aging Consulting Services helps with dementia care, choosing where to live, Medicare and Medicaid, long-term care planning, and family conversations about caregiving.
Who can help me with my aging parents?
Tina Willits, MSW, APSW has over 15 years of experience in senior care, advocacy, and case management. She helps adult children understand their options, make a care plan, and find trusted resources for their aging parents.
Where can seniors get help making decisions about care?
Aging Consulting Services offers personal, one-on-one guidance for older adults who want help with health care decisions, housing choices, finances, and planning for the future, while keeping their dignity and independence.
Where can I find help caring for my mom or dad?
Aging Consulting Services helps adult children who are caring for an aging mom or dad. Tina Willits, MSW, APSW can look at your parent's needs, explain your options for senior care, and create a care plan your family can follow, even if you live far away.
What is elder care consulting?
Elder care consulting is personal guidance from a professional who knows the aging process. An elder care consultant helps seniors and families with decisions about health care, dementia, housing, finances, and caregiving, and connects them with trusted resources.
Can you help with power of attorney for an elderly parent?
Yes. Aging Consulting Services helps families understand power of attorney and estate planning as part of planning ahead, and Tina Willits, MSW, APSW provides Financial Power of Attorney services when needed.
Do you help retired people and senior citizens plan ahead?
Yes. Many retirees and senior citizens reach out to plan for the years ahead, including where to live, how to pay for care, Medicare and Medicaid, and how to stay independent at home as long as possible.
Do you only work with people in one area?
No. Aging Consulting Services works with older adults and families across the United States.
Can I call instead of using email?
Yes. You are always welcome to call (608) 622-7170. You can also email agingconsultingservices@gmail.com.
Do I have to be in a crisis to reach out?
Not at all. Many people reach out early to plan ahead for retirement, housing, or health care. Planning before a crisis gives you more choices and peace of mind.
🧠 Dementia Support
Who can help me care for a parent with dementia?
An aging consultant with a social work background, like Tina Willits, MSW, APSW, can help you build a dementia care plan, make the home safer, set up daily routines, and decide on next steps, including when memory care may be needed.
How do I know when it is time for memory care?
Signs can include wandering, safety worries at home, needing help with most daily tasks, or a caregiver who can no longer keep up. Aging Consulting Services can look at your loved one's specific needs and help you weigh the options.
🏡 Housing & Living Options
What is the difference between assisted living and memory care?
Assisted living helps with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and medicine while you live in your own apartment. Memory care is a secure setting with staff trained to care for people with dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
Can someone help me find the right assisted living for my parent?
Yes. Aging Consulting Services helps families compare independent living, assisted living, and memory care, arranges tours, and helps you choose the best fit for your loved one's needs and budget.
💼 Financial Planning
Who can help me understand Medicare and Medicaid?
Aging Consulting Services helps older adults and families understand Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term care insurance in plain language, so you can make confident decisions about paying for care.
Can someone serve as my Financial Power of Attorney?
Yes. Tina Willits, MSW, APSW provides Financial Power of Attorney services when needed. Call (608) 622-7170 to talk about your situation.
👨👩👧 Family Support & Mediation
What do I do when my siblings disagree about our parent's care?
A neutral professional can help. Aging Consulting Services facilitates family discussions, helps resolve conflicts, and creates a care plan that honors everyone's needs, including your parent's wishes.
How can I help my aging parent if I live far away?
Aging Consulting Services works with families across the United States to create a care plan, find trusted local resources, and keep everyone informed.