Age Well South Bay - Blanca Nazareth, LCSW

06/03/2026

Planning for cognitive changes - Does the thought of losing cognitive abilities make you feel like hiding under the covers? That's understandable! Consider that planning can be empowering. Try shifting your focus from anxiety to what you can do now to prepare for the possibility.

Does the thought of losing cognitive abilities make you feel like hiding under the covers? That's understandable! Consider that planning can be empowering. Try shifting your focus from anxiety to what you can do now to prepare for the possibility.

05/06/2026

When to hire an Aging Life Care™ Manager - How do you know when it's the right time to ask for help? Whether you're noticing changes in yourself as you age or simply want a thoughtful plan in place, building the right support team today can make tomorrow's decision making calmer and clearer.

04/08/2026

Your "young-old" years are an opportunity to shape the future on your terms. By starting conversations now with your family or trusted decision makers about roles, healthcare wishes, finances, and more, you create clarity for yourself and the people who may one day support you. Early planning leads to calmer, values-based decisions later.

Your "young-old" years are an opportunity to shape the future on your terms. By starting conversations now with your family or trusted decision makers about roles, healthcare wishes, finances, and more, you create clarity for yourself and the people who may one day support you. Early planning leads....

03/04/2026

What’s normal aging and what’s not - Aging well isn't about avoiding change. It's about recognizing what's normal, responding early to what's not, and putting thoughtful plans in place while you're capable and in control.

02/04/2026

The healing power of nature - You don't have to travel to the wilderness to reap the benefits of time spent in nature. You can find the power of nature right in your own neighborhood. A calmer mind, a brighter mood, and a healthier body are all closer than you think.

You don't have to travel to the wilderness to reap the benefits of time spent in nature. You can find the power of nature right in your own neighborhood. A calmer mind, a brighter mood, and a healthier body are all closer than you think.

01/01/2026

Do you need an advance directive? - Creating an advance directive is one of the most caring steps you can take for yourself and your family. By writing down your healthcare wishes now, you ensure that your values guide your care if you ever can't speak for yourself.

Creating an advance directive is one of the most caring steps you can take for yourself and your family. By writing down your healthcare wishes now, you ensure that your values guide your care if you ever can't speak for yourself.

12/03/2025

Preparing for possible singlehood - It's daunting to contemplate all the possibilities of aging, including a partner's becoming incapacitated by disease or passing away. At the same time, accepting these realities and preparing accordingly can make the future feel less overwhelming. From organizing key documents to strengthening social connections, small steps today can help build your resilience to face whatever may come.

It's daunting to contemplate all the possibilities of aging, including a partner's becoming incapacitated by disease or passing away. At the same time, accepting these realities and preparing accordingly can make the future feel less overwhelming. From organizing key documents to strengthening socia...

11/19/2025

Save the date!

Making plans for next year's travel? Save the date!
Conference rates open for several days before AND after the conference for your extension to explore the area!

11/05/2025

Connection and healthy aging - Strong social ties don't just feel good, they're closely associated with leading a longer, healthier life. Whether it's a weekly walk with a friend or joining a local group, connection plays a powerful role in your quality of life as you age.

Strong social ties don't just feel good, they're closely associated with leading a longer, healthier life. Whether it's a weekly walk with a friend or joining a local group, connection plays a powerful role in your quality of life as you age.

09/10/2025

There is still time to register! See you in Torrance Western Region-Aging Life Care Association ☀️ 🏖️

There are 10 days till Oceans of Opportunity! The ALCA Western Region Conference is waiting for you in Redondo Beach! Don't miss out on this opportunity for personal and community growth. Visit the link below for more information:
https://aginglifecare.org/ALCAWEB/Chapters/Western_Region_Chapter/Western_Region_Chapter_Conference.aspx?fbclid=IwY2xjawMa9SpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBODRVZ2wxTFNpVDVtRmlZAR77Ks7675qcyJHNyaJi29M6bUUvNlf7MF94CTkNb2L3OsPk9xfIKbfvezPoNA_aem_iW-is5CKaW-hp__4MaPhTQ

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