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, I just think I need some help.” To which I say, “Then you’re...
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 no different. Medicare is a health insurance program provided by...
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 do need one after all. It’s a bit embarrassing, really, and you...
By Lory Smeltzer, BA, MPH, CMC – Does this sound a bit familiar? A call came into my office from a woman “Sara” who lives in New Jersey. She expressed concerns about her elderly mother “Dee” who resides at home in Florida. Dee had a recent fall with no major...
Loneliness is a huge problem for older adults because it doesn’t stop there. It can quickly grow to depression and even isolation. Finding solutions for your elderly family member’s loneliness needs to be a priority because you can head off so many other problems by...
By Theresa Wilbanks – More than 1 in 5 Americans are providing care for a family member. You likely interact with many family caregivers in your close circles, including friends, family, colleagues, and neighbors. When someone in your realm is involved with care...
