Many seniors, including those living independently, would benefit from some occasional support or companionship. Unfortunately, they often refuse any outside help causing difficulties for themselves and increased stress and burnout for family members.
Join us for the first of our Caregiving Series with Judy Santamaria, Sidekick Concierge’s Director of Client Success and veteran caregiving expert as we discuss the reasons behind this resistance and offer suggestions for successfully overcoming this reluctance.
In this session, we will:
Explore common reasons driving the resistance.
Discuss strategies for encouraging a loved one to accept help.
Answer your questions and offer advice.
Judy Santamaria is Sidekick Concierge’s Director of Client Success and veteran caregiving expert. Judy is passionate about helping people age with dignity and live their lives to the fullest. For over two decades, she has worked with organizations that provide services to seniors including AARP, NYU College of Nursing, and VNA Health. As a former geriatric care manager, Judy has a particular focus on assisting families navigate elder-care challenges and reducing caregiver strain. She holds a BA from Amherst College and earned her MSPH from Harvard University.