Long-Term Care Planning for Aging Parents: Care Costs, Home Safety, and Support Before a Crisis

    September 16, 202633:05Diane Carbo, Lindsay Friedman
    Caregiver Relief
    Long-Term Care Planning
    Aging Parents
    Home Safety
    Caregiver Burnout
    Senior Technology
    CareBloom

    In this episode of the Caregiver Relief Podcast, host Diane Carbo, RN sits down with Lindsay Friedman — founder of CareBloom and LTCareNav, host of LTCareNav's Caregiver Compass, and author of Plan Today, Protect Tomorrow and The Questions That Matter.

    Together they dive deep into what long-term care planning actually means, the reality of assisted living versus home care, and how discreet smart technology paired with human support can prevent family caregiver burnout and keep aging adults safe at home longer.

    What you'll learn in this episode

    • Why long-term care is about managing Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), not just healthcare
    • The truth about assisted living models and why family oversight is non-negotiable
    • How smartwatches and discreet room sensors act as "eyes and ears" without invading privacy
    • Practical advice for overwhelmed caregivers who feel isolated and exhausted
    • How Lindsay's journey from nursing assistant to founder shapes her mission

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