🌼 Under The Arch - Roudenbush Parent Connection Returns

🧓👵 Caring for Your Aging Parent: A Community Journey Through Elder Care with True North Therapy

November 8, 2025 - As our loved ones age, many of us find ourselves facing the complex, and often overwhelming, responsibility of caring for aging parents. This shift can be challenging, yet with the support of our community, we can make this journey together.

The Roudenbush Parent Connection Speaker Series is thrilled to present “Caring for Your

Aging Parent,” a special event to help guide families through this new experience. Led by Rachael O'Toole, LICSW of True North Therapy, this event offers essential insights and resources for families at any stage of the caregiving journey.

🤝 Join Your Community in Navigating Elder Care

One of the most comforting aspects of caregiving is knowing you’re not alone. This event invites you to join friends and neighbors, all seeking the same knowledge, sharing similar concerns, and building connections as we each navigate the complexities of elder care.

Together, we’ll explore the following topics:

📝 Key Topics and Insights

1. Recognizing When It’s Time to Seek Additional Support

   • How do you know when it’s time to step in and offer more help? What are the signs your aging parent may need additional care? Rachael will share guidance on recognizing when it might be time to consider extra support.

2. Overview of Basic U.S. Healthcare Systems

   • Navigating Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance options can be overwhelming. This session will provide an overview of the essential components of the U.S. healthcare system, empowering you to understand and utilize available services.

3. Understanding Short-Term vs. Long-Term Care

   • What’s the difference between short-term and long-term care, and what might be best suited for your loved one’s needs? We’ll dive into the different options and their implications, helping you make informed decisions.

4. Where to Find Resources

   • Caring for an aging parent isn’t something you have to handle alone. This event will guide you to valuable resources and organizations that offer support, from caregiver networks to local support services, and show you how to connect with the help you need.

🌟 Why Attend?

This session is more than just an educational event; it’s an opportunity to build a support network with others in similar situations. Elder care can be challenging, but as a community, we can provide each other with empathy, understanding, and shared knowledge. With the guidance of Rachael O'Toole, a licensed clinical social worker with years of experience, you’ll gain the tools to make confident, informed decisions for your loved one’s well-being.

📅 Event Details and Registration

Don’t miss this chance to take the next steps in understanding and navigating elder care with the support of your community. To learn more and register, please visit the Roudenbush Community Center’s events page. https://www.roudenbush.org/events/roudenbush-parent-connection-caring-for-aging-parents

Let’s support each other as we embark on this journey, transforming what can be an isolating experience into one of community connection and shared resilience.