Preparing for the Storm with Dementia
By: Gary LeBlanc The state of Florida has truly had its eyes opened on the proper need of dementia training for their special needs shelters after last Hurricane Irma. I have been extremely grateful to...
How to Help Your Senior Manage Stress in Healthy Ways
Becky Moultrie - Assisting Hands Home Care - Is your elderly loved one feeling a bit stressed lately? Life can be chaotic at times and it can affect people in different ways. Some people try ignoring...
6 Benefits of a Caregiver Support Group
I have facilitated hundreds of caregiver support groups over the last four years. When a new person shows up I always ask, “Why did you come today?” More often than not, the response is , ” I don’t know,...
Medicare in Florida: What You Need to Know
By: Jessie Smith Health insurance is notoriously and needlessly complicated. The process can be overwhelming, and finding the right plan for your medical and financial needs can be difficult. Medicare is...
Is It Time To Get A Hearing Aid?
By: Linda Burhans You’ve seen the people walking around with hearing aids in one or both ears, and so far you’re pretty glad you haven’t had to get one yourself. You’re wondering, though, if maybe you...