Article by Liisa Ogburn.
Know road signs, resources to aid aging loved ones
Many years ago, when I was in graduate school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, I’d drive over to visit my grandmother in Smithfield. I’d plant annuals in her garden. We’d go out to lunch at K&W. I’d take her to the doctor. She always insisted I drive her car, a 1975 green Fleetwood Cadillac. One day, soon after we pulled onto Route 210, the dashboard lit up with five red warning lights. Alarmed, I looked over at Grandmother. She just smiled and said, “Oh, honey, don’t you worry. They go off after a minute.”
We were lucky that time.
Sunday is Grandparents Day, and this memory seemed an apt entry into the world of caring for our grandparents, parents, neighbors and friends as they age. We might see the warning signs long before a crisis hits, but how many of us know what to do? And how many of us then go the extra mile to do it?
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About the Author:
Liisa Ogburn is at the heart of Aging Advisors NC, bringing a rich blend of personal experience and global perspective to elder care. Raised in North Carolina with deep roots in Finland, Liisa has a unique appreciation for diverse approaches to aging, shaped by her life across different cultures including Finland, Estonia, Germany, England, Japan, and Costa Rica.
Her path into elder care consulting was deeply personal. While juggling her role as a Duke University educator and caring for her father-in-law and three young children, Liisa started sharing her family’s journey through articles for The New York Times and later, over 300 posts for WRAL Raleigh on everything from handling loss to choosing the right elder care options.
A teacher at heart, Liisa thrives on empowering others with knowledge. She offers her expertise in presentations to various groups—from churches to professional firms—and writes extensively, reaching audiences far and wide. Her credentials include certifications in geriatric care and a special certification from Brown University to teach Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, reinforcing her belief that calm minds make sound decisions.
