Age of Love
The Age of Love, a film by Steven Loring, is a touching and often funny look into the lives of seniors who are searching for
February 7, 2018
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Our Care Managers have decades of experience and share their expertise to help educate clients on aging.
Expert Guidance from Our Advanced Care Experts
Are You Sleeping Well?
Getting enough sleep helps protect your health and quality of life. Not sleeping well increases the risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, obesity and
January 8, 2018
What is Creative Engagement?
Sarah Freimuth, MSW, Associate Care Manager Engagement and connection through music, movement, poetry, storytelling, visual art and theater can improve quality of life through increased
December 4, 2017
Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a serious, progressive neurological disorder that affects a person’s ability to move, balance, write, think, sleep and speak. Although there is no cure for Parkinson’s, it can be managed with medication, lifestyle changes and help from loved ones and medical professionals.
September 25, 2017
Family Caregivers Need Peace of Mind
Family caregivers responsible for frail elderly and disabled adults carry many burdens. This is why they engage the help of Aging Life Care™ Managers, social workers and nurses who provide a range of services.
August 15, 2017
Root Cause: A Healthy Process
“Root Cause Analysis” purpose is straightforward: to get better at what we do through rational analysis.
August 1, 2017
Diabetes Basics
A person has diabetes when their blood glucose, also known as blood sugar, is too high. The most common types of diabetes are type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes.
July 18, 2017
Fostering A Culture of Learning, Service And Supporting Others
As the Executive Director of Stowell Associates, I have been thrilled to be part of a business culture that is based on learning, serving and supporting our community.
June 23, 2017
Stowell Wins “Top Workplace” Again!
Stowell Associates once again was recognized in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Top Workplace Awards placing second in our category of 50 mid-sized businesses and our leadership team was recognized as the top leader in our category.
May 9, 2017
Tough Conversations
Beginning a conversation about death and end-of-life care can create anxiety or confusion for older adults, their families and even the most seasoned professionals. Research has found that discussing advanced care plans with older adults can improve their quality of life and the experience of end-of-life care.
April 11, 2017
The Place You Call Home
The address of the place you call home may change. However, when you are deciding to change your living situation, the issues you face may be complex and cause apprehension. We know that the best decisions are made when we are well informed about our options.
April 11, 2017
Falls Prevention
Everyone slips, trips or falls occasionally. One out of five falls causes a severe injury such as broken bones or a head injury. Over 700,000
April 11, 2017
Hearing Loss
“Could you please speak a little louder?” Age-related hearing loss affects almost half of Americans above the age of 75. Because the loss is usually
April 11, 2017
Interfaith Announces 2017 Award Winners
Interfaith Older Adult Programs announces the 2017 Pearls of Wisdom honorees and community award winners. This year’s honors will be given out at the 12th
March 14, 2017
Crucial Conversations
Most of us are able to acknowledge the inevitability of death. Too few of us are willing to spend time considering the care we would
August 4, 2015
End of Life Goals
The best time to consider your goals for your future health care and end of life care is now and periodically over time. These goals
August 4, 2015
Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission
Stowell Associates received its first accreditation by the The Joint Commission (TJC) in 2012 and in February of this year, we were re-accredited without contingencies.
June 16, 2015
Palliative Care
What is palliative care? Palliative care is a specialized approach – providing comfort to patients suffering a serious illness, no matter what the diagnosis. The
June 16, 2015
Talk With Your Power of Attorney for Health Care
When you choose someone to be your Power Of Attorney for Health Care (your agent), you are asking that person to make medical decisions for you if you become unable to speak for yourself.
February 26, 2015
Medication Management Reduces Risk of Errors
Medication Management Reduces Risk of Errors (Download PDF) Medications are a vital part of treatment if prescribed and taken correctly. According to the American Medical
February 26, 2015
Preventing Medication Errors
Communication and knowledge are your best defenses against medication errors. Medication errors can happen at various points along the process: prescribing, dispensing and administration.
September 9, 2014
Easing Social Isolation Through Art
Easing Social Isolation Through Art (Download PDF) Social isolation is a concern for many older adults. Research suggests that being isolated is just as bad
September 2, 2014
Training the Next Generation of Care Managers
Training the Next Generation of Care Managers (Download PDF) We are proud and pleased to announce that Kelly Hagerty is the first recipient of the
August 21, 2014
Fall Prevention: Client Safety Comes First
Fall Prevention: Client Safety Comes First (Download PDF) According to geriatrician Mary Elizabeth Tinetti, MD, Yale Medical Group, “falls are not only associated with significant
July 29, 2014
Stowell Associates Helps with Planned Surgeries
Stowell Associates Helps with Planned Surgeries (Download PDF) According to the Agency for Health Care Research and Quality, “the single most important way you can
July 2, 2014
Stowell Associates A Top Work Place 4 Years In A Row!
Ranked No. 1 Mid-Sized Company (Download PDF) Executive Director Kari Klatt with co-founders Valerie Stefanich and Phyllis Brostoff Stowell Associates was again recognized as a
June 12, 2014
Professional Care Managers Fill a Need
May is National Geriatric Care Managers’ Month (Download PDF) There is no getting around it-we are all aging and living longer. Responding to this aging
May 29, 2014
A Team Approach to Helping People with Parkinson’s Disease
A Team Approach to Helping People with Parkinson’s Disease (Download PDF) Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurologic disorder. While it is mainly known as
May 29, 2014
Co-founders Honored with Governor’s Trailblazer Award
Brostoff and Stefanich Receive Award for Women in Business (Download PDF) On April 9, 2014, Phyllis Mensh Brostoff and Valerie A. Stefanich, co-founders and co-owners
May 20, 2014
Advanced Clinical Topics Free Educational Series
The National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM) Southeastern Wisconsin Unit presents: Medications, Behavior and the Older Adult (download PDF) Presented by: Kathleen M.
May 7, 2014
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
Support Group for Spouses of those living with Parkinson’s Disease The Jewish Community Center hosts a support group for spouses of those living with Parkinson’s
April 16, 2014
Stowell Associates’ Co-Founders Honored with Governor’s Trailblazer Award
Phyllis Mensh Brostoff and Valerie Stefanich Honored With Governor’s Trailblazer Award for Women in Business: April 9, 2014 On April 9, 2014, the Governor’s Trailblazer
April 16, 2014
Chronic Care Management Makes a Difference
April Bulletin: Chronic Care Management Makes a Difference Click on the following link to read our April Bulletin: Chronic Care Management Makes a Difference Click
April 1, 2014
Trusted Advisor Collaborates with Professional Care Manager
Stowell Associates March 2014 Bulletin: Trusted Advisor Collaborates with Professional Care Manager Click on the following link to read the bulletin: Trusted Advisor Collaborates with
March 26, 2014
“Working with Couples with Divergent Needs”
“Working with Couples with Divergent Needs” Miriam Oliensis-Torres, Stowell Associates Clinical Director, will present “Working with Couples with Divergent Needs” at The Radisson Milwaukee West
March 26, 2014
Experience Care-Managed Home Care
Stowell Associates March 2014 Bulletin: Experience Care-Managed Home Care Click on the following link to read the bulletin: Experience Care-Managed Home Care Click on
March 7, 2014
Experience the Difference: Stowell Associates Provider Comparison Chart
Experience the Difference: Compare Our Agency to Others Click on the following link to read our Provider Comparison Chart: Provider Comparison Chart
March 6, 2014
National Agency Accreditation: Seals of Approval
Stowell Associates-January 2014 Bulletin: National Agency Accreditation: Seals of Approval Click on the following link to view the bulletin: National Agency Accreditation: Seals of Approval
January 15, 2014
National Agency Accreditation: What Is It? Why Do It?
Phyllis Mensh Brostoff, CISW, CMC, CEO of Stowell Associates is the author of “National Accreditation: What Is It? Why Do It? in the Winter, 2013,
December 30, 2013
Stowell Associates featured in The Business Journal
See “Stowell Associates establishes social work scholarship at UWM” by Denise Lockwood, The Business Journal, Dec. 26, 2013. Click the following link to view
December 27, 2013
Beware of What You Wish For
Phyllis Mensh Brostoff wrote this article for the Fall edition 2013 of the GCM Journal. Click the following link to view the article. Beware of
November 12, 2013
Ron Engel Named 2013 CFO of the Year
Ron Engel, Chief Financial Officer of Stowell Associates, is named 2013 CFO of the Year. The Business Journal recognizes top financial executives of Milwaukee area
October 29, 2013
Stowell Associates Announces Scholarship At UW-Milwaukee To Celebrate 30 Year Anniversary
Scholarship to support future social work and nursing students will honor leaders and founders of company MILWAUKEE (Oct. 15, 2013) Stowell Associates, in partnership with
October 23, 2013
Stowell Associates Celebrates its 30th Anniversary
To celebrate our 30 th anniversary, we have partnered with the UW-Milwaukee Foundation to establish the Stowell Associates Scholarship Fund for Care Management. Our Co-founders,
October 23, 2013