As the search continues for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie in Tucson, the case is prompting difficult but important conversations far beyond southern Arizona, especially among families with aging loved ones who live alone.
Guthrie’s disappearance has drawn national attention, not only because of the ongoing investigation, but because it highlights how vulnerable some seniors can be when routines are disrupted or communication breaks down.
ABC15’s Kaley O’Kelley talked with Neal K. Shah, who is a nationally recognized elder-care expert. He says conversations about planning are critical and can feel uncomfortable, but they can also be life-saving…