Simplify Senior Transitions Podcast

EP22 - Care Managers Save Families from Crisis: A Conversation with Patricia Player Maxwell

Dale Corpus Season 1 Episode 22

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In this episode of the Simplify Senior Transitions Podcast, I’m joined by Patricia Player Maxwell — a licensed care manager, founder of Maxwell’s Senior Care Services, and the visionary behind Foster City Village.

Patricia brings decades of geriatric care experience to the table, helping families navigate the emotional, medical, and logistical challenges of aging. From managing complex care plans and advocating in hospital systems to empowering seniors to age in place, Patricia’s insights are a masterclass in compassion and clarity.

If you’re an adult child, a caregiver, or a professional trying to support an aging loved one, this episode is for you.

📌 What We Cover:

  • What a care manager actually does — and why more families need one
  • Navigating hospitals, rehab, and long-term care decisions
  • Emotional burnout and how families can get ahead of crisis
  • What ethical, individualized senior care really looks like
  • How to plan proactively for aging in place or senior living

👩‍⚕️ Guest: Patricia Player Maxwell

🌐 Learn more: https://maxwellseniorcare.com

If you’re navigating a senior transition right now and trying to figure out the next step for a parent, here are some resources designed to help.

Resources for Families

If you’re navigating senior living decisions, downsizing, or trying to determine the next step for an aging parent, visit:

→ www.simplifyseniortransitions.com/families

This page provides guidance and resources specifically designed for families navigating senior transitions.

Resources for Senior Care Professionals

And if you’re a senior care professional who wants stronger positioning, clearer referral ecosystems, and more scalable systems for serving families in today’s evolving senior care landscape, visit:

→ www.simplifyseniortransitions.com/professionals

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