What is Life Transition?

Life transition is the process of moving through personal change to reach an optimum end result: a healthy and happier lifestyle.

Life transition is continuous and multi-faceted. Declining health, unsafe living conditions, mental health disorders, depression, cognitive impairment, social isolation and bereavement are only a few factors which can generate a negative impact on one’s quality of living. It is important to recognize if one or more of these conditions is inhibiting your family member from aging successfully and take responsible action to make the necessary changes to prevent catastrophic events.

The field of aging is very diverse and evolving. As we age, our experiences, necessities and abilities will vary according to gender, race, ethnicity, predisposed genetics, economic status, choices we make and ultimately our attitude. Identifying and understanding appropriate resources will help to promote successful transition as one’s personal life journey presents physical, mental and psychosocial change.

In the past, the medical model has been to treat disease. Today, the focus is on prevention through health education. Growth trends have resulted in a demand for professionals with knowledge and expertise in aging. Kathy Faenzi, helps navigate transition and monitors personal change by providing ongoing counseling and care services. As an advocate for one’s hopes and desires she listens compassionately and assesses the current situation to develop a comprehensive care plan that will support positive life adjustments for the older adult and promote a preventative lifestyle change.

Faenzi Associates provides coaching to improve healthy communication between family members, care staff, the medical team and the aging adult. The process includes learning coping techniques and developing skills for handling difficult behaviors.

Contact Kathy today to gain more information on how Faenzi Associates can assist you to successfully manage transition for the aging adult.