The Truth About Long-Term Care for Aging Parents: What Families Need to Know — Patricia Greenberg & Lindsay Friedman

    May 31, 202637:56Patricia Greenberg, Lindsay Friedman
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    It's Ok to be Old

    What happens when your parents need more care than you can provide alone?

    In this episode of It's Ok to be Old, host Patricia Greenberg interviews Lindsay Friedman — founder of LTCareNav and Care Bloom — about the realities of caregiving, long-term care planning, and helping families navigate difficult decisions with confidence and compassion.

    What you'll learn in this episode

    • How to prepare before a health crisis hits
    • The most common mistakes families make with long-term care
    • The emotional side of caregiving and how to talk about it as a family
    • Senior care options and the support systems available to you
    • How caregivers can protect their own well-being while showing up for loved ones

    Whether you're caring for aging parents, planning for your own future, or supporting a loved one through the aging process, this conversation offers practical guidance and reassurance.

    Connect with Lindsay Friedman — LTCareNav

    Lindsay Friedman is the founder of LTCareNav, helping families make informed, dignified decisions when navigating senior care, long-term care planning, and the emotional realities of aging.

    Connect with Patricia Greenberg — It's Ok to be Old

    Patricia Greenberg hosts It's Ok to be Old, a podcast covering life, longevity, and pro-aging perspectives.

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