Older Americans Month 2026: Balance and Nutrition, A Conversation on Aging Well
When it comes to staying independent at home, two things are essential: maintaining your physical balance and ensuring your body has the right fuel to stay resilient. On Tuesday, May 19 at 2:00 PM, we are bringing together a UF researcher and a community health specialist to discuss how vitamins, gut health, and movement work […]
Older Americans Month 2026: Brain Health, Caregiver Support, and Paths to Aging Safely at Home
As we celebrate Older Americans Month, we recognize that staying independent at home requires both the right knowledge and the right support system. On Tuesday, May 12 at 2:00 PM, we invite you to a special Zoom session dedicated to brain health, the latest programs available to caregivers, and practical strategies for aging safely in […]
Older Americans Month 2026: Meet the Wealth Management and Medicare Panelists
This May, in celebration of Older Americans Month, Elder Options is proud to host a Wealth Management Panel featuring four exceptional experts ready to help you navigate your financial future with confidence. Moderated by our CEO Katina Mustipher, our panel includes: Rachel Stimler, CFP® | President, The Stimler AgencyRachel brings a unique blend of nonprofit […]
ANCHOR: Expert Geriatric Care Management, Backed by Elder Options
Navigating aging can be overwhelming. From medical care and housing to financial decisions and safety, families are often left juggling complex systems while balancing their own responsibilities. ANCHOR is a private pay geriatric care management service offering a personalized approach, ensuring each customer receives the right care, at the right time, in the right place. […]
Celebrating Caregivers in Alachua County
Virginia Grant, founder of Assurance, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting caregivers, is on a mission to change the way caregivers experience their role. Her latest effort is the Caregiver Festival — a free event taking place on April 18th at the Senior Recreation Center from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Designed to support and connect […]
Elder Options Announces ANCHOR
Elder Options launched ANCHOR, a new private-pay geriatric care management program supporting older adults and caregivers. ANCHOR helps individuals and families navigate resources, coordinate support, and manage everyday life as needs change. The program was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting led by Elder Options CEO Katina Mustipher, joined by members of the Elder Options Board of […]
SNAP Benefit Update
SNAP Update from DCF: https://snap.myflfamilies.com/ The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) administered through the Florida Department of Children and Families is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), a federal agency whose funding was affected by the federal government shutdown. On November 13, 2025, the USDA Food and Nutrition Service provided guidance to states […]
Senior Spotlight: Supporting Veterans with SHINE
Most people slow down after retirement, but not Nick Ross. Upon retiring from the U.S. Navy,, he decided he wasn’t done serving yet. He found his next mission at the Malcom Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Gainesville, where he discovered something that would shape his path forward: watching fellow veterans and their families navigate […]
Talking to Loved Ones about Financial Wellness
As caregivers, your role includes protecting your loved one’s emotional, physical, and financial health. Financial trouble can be hard to spot, but early action is key. Greg Smith, CFP®, Financial Advisor and Trish Gleason, CRPS®, Financial Advisor at Raymond James identified five warning signs to watch for: Sign 1: Unusual Spending Habits Look for impulse […]
AARP Recognizes Alachua County, Elder Options and more
Elder Options Celebrates AARP Recognition of Alachua County joining Age-Friendly States and Communities We’re excited to share that AARP recently presented a recognition plaque to Alachua County and the Age-Friendly Alachua group. Jill Auld, Associate State Director of AARP Florida, and Claudia Tuck, Community Support Services Director, joined an Alachua County Board of Commissioners meeting […]
