Improving Access To Medicare Dollars Yesterday in both the House and the Senate, a new bill was introduced that may help to address the issue of seniors being able to qualify for Medicare coverage when being admitted under “Observation” status. Currently,...
5 Tips for Taking Care of Your Aging Loved Ones by Moment Moore Caring for an elderly loved one is both challenging and rewarding. There are some things that you can do to prepare for your transition into the role of caregiver. With just a little planning and...
5 Tips for Caring For Your Loved One after a Heart Attack by Sam Foster A heart attack is one of the most traumatic and terrifying events that can happen in a family. When leaving the hospital, it can be tempting to feel as though you are finished dealing with the...
Simple Touch-Screen Means Easy Technology for the ‘Non-User’ by guest writer: Dina Ramon Technology sure can be a great thing for our elderly parents. Great that is, if they know how or even want to use it. Yes, there may be a significant increase among seniors who...
Tips on Maintaining Intimacy With a Spouse Who Has Dementia Guest post by David Virden It’s natural for couples to experience changes in their level of intimacy and sexuality over time, but when one partner develops dementia, the changes in physical and emotional...
What Should a Caregiver Know About Physical Abuse of an Elder? As a caregiver, you may be providing actual physical care to your loved one or you may be supervising home healthcare providers or staff members in a facility. If ANYONE besides you is providing care to...