In Conjunction with Black History Month, Aging Life Care Association Addresses Diversity Issues in Caregiving

TUCSON, Ariz. (PRWEB) February 18, 2021

In conjunction with February as Black History Month (BHM), the Aging Life Care Association® (ALCA) continues its discussion around diversity, with a free, public panel discussion "Caregiving and the Black Family."

A panel of experts will discuss the traditional caregiving roles many BIPOC families shoulder, explore how professional Aging Life Care Managers® can build trust and respect for clients, and offer strategies to incorporate into a care management practice. A recent survey, conducted by the Nationwide Retirement Institute®, cites that while 73% of Black caregivers would like more help, 67% would not be comfortable with an at-home care provider.

Since its founding in 1985, ALCA has been focused on advancing dignified, coordinated care for older adults in the United States. Beginning with a handful of women based in the social work and nursing fields, the Association has grown to over 2,000 members nationwide, comprised of entrepreneurial sole practitioners, small business owners, and larger care management practices. ALCA members have extensive training and experience working with older adults, people with disabilities, and families who need assistance with caregiving issues.

"We are excited to kick off our Diversity & Inclusion efforts in 2021 with this panel, which directly addresses cultural and systematic issues facing family caregivers and Aging Life Care Professionals® today," commented ALCA CEO C. Taney Hamill.

This panel, inspired by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH®) theme "Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity," features Kizzy Chambers, MSW, LCSW, CMC an Aging Life Care Professional® who also was a family caregiver; nationally recognized eldercare expert, published author and speaker Derrick Y. McDaniel; and will be moderated by Abbe E. Udochi, an ALCA member with a background in public health.

DATE: Wednesday, February 24, 2021
TIME: 12:00 PM (Eastern)
COST: Free
WHO: Open to the public
RSVP: https://www.aginglifecare.org/iCore/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=WEB_202113&WebsiteKey=52320976-b875-4a55-9154-57aeb74e278e

PANELISTS:

• Derrick Y. McDaniel, author and CEO of Mr. Eldercare 101

McDaniel is a nationally recognized eldercare expert, published author, professional speaker, and consultant focused on helping corporations manage through the challenges created when employees face eldercare challenges (productivity declines, increased healthcare expenses, recruitment and retention challenges etc.)

• Kizzy Chambers, MSW, LCSW, CMC, Owner of RR Care Management

As an Advanced Professional ALCA member, Chambers is deeply involved in both national ALCA committee work serving on the Diversity & Inclusion Task Force and regionally as a Board Member for the ALCA Florida Chapter and the Florida Chapter Professional Development Committee. Chambers is in her fifth year of providing Aging Life Care™ management services and is the Founder of RR Care Management, LLC in Orlando, Florida. She is a Professional Aging Life Care Manager® and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with much of her experience as a Medical Social Worker. MODERATOR:

• Abbe E. Udochi, Founder of Concierge Healthcare Consulting

Having worked as a leader in the health insurance industry since 1996, Udochi is an accomplished professional bringing diverse expertise to her role as an ALCA member and a Diversity & Inclusion Task Force member. Udochi is the CEO of Concierge Healthcare Consulting (CHC) a care management practice in New Rochelle, New York, founding the practice to make healthcare options easier to find and understand, and to simplify navigation for the aging and/or disabled and their caregivers. She is an independent director on the Fidelis Care- NY/Centene Board of Directors and on a task force for the state of New York. Fidelis is the largest public health insurance health plan in New York State and covers 1.7 million children and adults of all ages and stages of life.

Source: https://nationwidefinancial.com/nationwide-retirement-institute/health-care-in-retirement/long-term-care/consumer-survey?anchorId=caregiver

About the Aging Life Care Association® - Aging Life Care Association® was formed in 1985 to advance dignified, coordinated care for older adults in the United States. Founded by and handful of women entrepreneurs in the social work and nursing fields, the Association has grown to over 2,000 members nationwide, who have cared for about two million older adults over its 35-year history. Members have extensive training and experience working with older adults, people with disabilities, and families who need assistance with caregiving issues. Members must meet stringent education, experience, and certification requirements. Members may be trained in any of number of fields related to long-term care, including nursing, social work, and other allied health professions with a specialized focus on issues related to aging. All members, including Corporate Partners, are required to adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. For more information or to access a nationwide directory of Aging Life Care Professionals, please visit http://www.aginglifecare.org.

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