Ep # 159-Guidance Through Dementia And Senior Care

A sudden diagnosis can turn a normal week into a crisis. We sit down with care manager Anette Lipman of Lipman Cares to unpack a practical, humane way to navigate aging, dementia, and long-term care without losing your balance—or your budget. From the first signs that living at home is no longer safe to the moment you compare assisted living and memory care, Anette shows how a structured assessment turns fear into a plan.

We explore the building blocks of effective care: clear evaluations of ADLs and IADLs, medication management, home safety, and caregiver capacity. Annette explains how to match needs with options—enhanced support at home, independent living with services, assisted living, or dedicated memory care—and when to bring in specialists. Her curated network includes elder law attorneys, geriatricians, neurologists, social workers, and move managers, making it easier to manage costs, avoid rushed decisions, and protect dignity. She also shares why ER advocacy is essential for people with dementia, and how a trained professional can de-escalate chaos while securing the right care.

We talk openly about cost, planning, and trust—how to time legal documents, what families misunderstand about long-term care, and why it’s never too late to plan with an expert. Annette outlines her model: an upfront assessment and care plan followed by hourly support tailored to each family—anything from companionship and care team check-ins to full placement guidance and ongoing coordination. With roots in assisted living leadership and advanced dementia training, she brings both empathy and execution to complex situations across North Jersey and Rockland.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by a parent’s changing needs, this conversation offers a steady hand and a clear map. Listen, share it with a sibling or spouse, and subscribe for more local stories and expert guidance that turn hard choices into confident steps forward.

Lipman Care Management and Consulting
Anette Lipman
Hackensack, NJ
(201) 515-2500
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