IMPACT Health Equity Team (HET) member María Aranda PhD, MSW, MPA, LCSW addresses the challenges of developing a caregiving plan in a recent New York Times article. “How to Make a Caregiving Plan (So It’s Ready When You Need It)” features insights from Aranda and other experts. Dr. Aranda shares tips for approaching caregiving conversations and developing a caregiving plan with aging family or friends before they need it.

In order to develop an effective caregiving plan, Aranda recommends communicating directly with those receiving care to better understand their wishes and designating multiple caregivers when possible. She suggests managing expectations and finding resources developed for caregivers.

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