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Right Time Care Partners is excited to join the Thrive After 55 ’70s Bash for an afternoon of music, dancing, community connections, and local resources. Thursday, October 8, 2026 4 to 6 p.m. Signature of Solon 39000 Signature Drive, Solon, Ohio Enjoy the ’70s theme, dress in your favorite retro outfit, and explore resources that support living well. The event is free and open to adults 55 and older. Reserve your free tickets through the event link below. Stop by the Right Ti

Join Right Time Care Partners at the Aging Well Senior Expo What does aging well mean to you? Staying independent, enjoying time with family, or feeling more confident about your healthcare choices? Planning begins with what matters most to you. Right Time Care Partners will be at the Lorain County Office on Aging’s Aging Well Senior Expo this week! Wednesday, October 7, 2026 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. LaGrange Village Hall 301 Liberty St., LaGrange, Ohio Admission is free, and no reg

Know Your Destination A Note From Tonya September took me from conversations with patients and families here at home to conversations with legislative staff in Washington, D.C., at HPNA on the Hill. The settings were different, but I kept hearing the same need: people want to understand their options and have a say in what happens next. Sometimes a treatment is recommended, but insurance will not cover it and no one explains what to do next. Sometimes hospice is discussed onl

What is an advance directive? An advance directive is a way to document your healthcare wishes before a crisis happens, so your voice is heard even if you cannot speak for yourself. This may include: A living will A healthcare power of attorney Preferences for life-sustaining treatments Why this matters more than you think Without clear direction: Families are often forced to make decisions in crisis There can be confusion, guilt, or disagreement Care may not align with what

What’s really happening Frequent ER visits are often not about a single issue they’re a sign of system breakdown: Lack of clear care plans Poor communication between providers Unmanaged symptoms at home Families unsure what to do in the moment Common triggers Patients often return to the ER due to: Shortness of breath or uncontrolled pain Medication confusion or side effects Falls or sudden changes in condition Anxiety or uncertainty about what’s “normal” What families are mi

What families often think Many families believe hospice is only for the final days of life. In reality, hospice is meant to support patients and families much earlier, when the focus begins to shift from curing to comfort. Signs it may be time to consider hospice You might consider hospice when: There are frequent hospitalizations or ER visits Treatments are no longer improving quality of life There is progressive decline (weight loss, weakness, more time in bed) Managing sym