by Care Answered | Jun 4, 2024 | Care News, chronic illness, Daily Health Tips, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need, Uncategorized
Do you really need a second opinion? Without a doubt, YES. Consider this scenario: Jane sees her doctor, then a specialist, then a surgeon. She is armed with notes and scans; she is a prepared patient. However, a good patient advocate will still recommend a second...
by Care Answered | May 20, 2024 | Assisted Living, Care News, chronic illness, Daily Health Tips, Long Term Care, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
CDPAP stands for Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program. This is the program that allows those who utilize Community Medicaid to have a loved one, friend or neighbor provide care for them and get paid for it. This can be a wonderful program. You may have even...
by Care Answered | Dec 13, 2023 | Care News, Daily Health Tips, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
Seeing loved ones over the holidays can be challenging, especially when gathering with aging relatives whom you may not have seen in some time. Consider this scenario: The table is set, the guests have arrived, and everyone is in good spirits as you gather with family...
by Care Answered | Oct 29, 2023 | Care News, Daily Health Tips, Long Term Care, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
A solo ager is defined as someone who is 55 or over, who does not have a reliable support system. When people fall into this category, not planning is truly NOT an option. As we know we all need to plan but many people may have a support system that creates a safety...
by Care Answered | Oct 22, 2023 | Care News, chronic illness, Daily Health Tips, Medicare Tips, Medicare Tips You Need to Know, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
The weather is turning chilly, and that means that flu and cold season is upon us. The best way for older adults to protect themselves from respiratory illness is with vaccines. Vaccines recommended this season include flu, Covid-19 and respiratory syncytial virus...
by Care Answered | Sep 17, 2023 | Care News, Daily Health Tips, Events, Long Term Care, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
Nearly one in four Americans have medical debt, according to a recent survey by Lending Tree. Being armed with facts and information can help you avoid unnecessary medical debt and help you navigate medical bills. Here are three important facts for you to know: 90...