by Pam Ness How to pay for Alzheimer’s care is a big concern for many Americans. A recently released comprehensive study from the Alzheimer’s Association reveals the grim financial reality of the cost of caring for a loved one who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Family caregivers spend more than $5,000 per year caring for someone with Read More
Managing the Scary Costs of an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
by Pam Ness The Alzheimer’s Association recently released the results of an important study on the financial impact of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. There are currently over 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s, and every 66 seconds someone living in the U.S. is diagnosed with the disease. Alzheimer’s disease is the Read More
How to Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season
Stay Healthy During Cold Season by Pam Ness We are currently in the thick of cold and flu season. Seniors are especially at risk of developing complications if they do become sick, so taking preventive measures to keep both seniors and their caregivers healthy is essential. Here’s a few tips on how to stay healthy Read More
What is Medical Gap Insurance?
Medical Gap Insurance is extra health insurance you purchase from a private insurance company, on top of the health insurance you already have, to pay the difference in costs that your original Medicare insurance doesn’t cover. Some costs that Medicare does not cover are deductibles, co-payments, and medical care you receive if you travel out Read More
What is Hospice and How Medicare Covers It
Hospice is end of life care for those terminally ill that require special care to make their time as comfortable as possible, and to support their family though this difficult time. Many hospice nurses help decision-making by giving recommendations and resources, including counseling, to the affected family. Those with Alzheimer’s disease will reach a point Read More
Hiring A Geriatric Care Manager
by Anita Kamiel, RN as posted on the Huffington Post 2/9/16 Being a caregiver for an elderly adult can be fraught with unforeseen and challenging situations that many relatives are ill equipped to handle. Managing all the details and logistics required for situating an elderly parent either in their home after a hospital stay or Read More
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