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EPISODE · Aug 8, 2026 · 48 MIN

The Question of When: Why Most Families Wait Too Long to Plan for Placement

from Aging Together // Unfiltered · host Pooja A. Patel, DrOT, OTR/L, BCG, CDP

Send us Fan MailSummaryIn this episode, Pooja & Cory discuss the complexities of long-term care planning, exploring options, timing, and decision-making processes for families facing elder care decisions.Key TopicsTiming of care placementMedicare and Medicaid coverage limitationsTypes of long-term care facilitiesFamily decision-making and guiltPlanning for elder care in advanceRole of social workers and healthcare professionalsImpact of cultural and community-specific needsFinancial considerations and insurance optionsAbout CoryCory Fosco is the author of "The Question of When: A Practical Guide to Knowing When It's Time for Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Skilled Nursing." He has spent 34 years in long-term care, starting as an outreach worker with homebound seniors in Arizona, then as a social worker and Director of Admissions in skilled nursing facilities in Phoenix and the Chicago area. He currently serves as Vice President of Enterprise Sales at PointClickCare.ResourcesThe Question of When by Cory FoscoBookshare - Digital Braille ResourcesFree Family ChecklistCory's WebsiteCaregiver Health Tracking JournalHow do you keep track of all the appointments and medications and more?? Check out Carefolio! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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