A Stroke Means You Must Learn to Act F.A.S.T.
May is National Stroke Awareness month so we felt it was a good time to discuss the importance of recognizing symptoms and getting medical assistance within the Golden Hour of…
The Grandma Scam: Protecting our Seniors
This is called the grandparents scam, and it's one of the most common scams out there. In this post, we'll talk about what the grandparent's scam is, how to protect yourself from it, and what to do if you fall victim to it.
Is My Virtual Telemed Doctor Visit Just as Good?
In this blog post we will discuss when it is appropriate for a telemed or telehealth visit and if there are times when a face-to-face visit with the doctor is best. We will discuss the pros and cons of telehealth and address some barriers to accessing this virtual visit.
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9 Tips to Know When It May Be Time to Tell Your Parent to Stop Driving and How to Handle It
This is one conversation no one wants to have with their aging parent. “Dad (or Mom), I don’t think you should be driving your car any longer”. “Please consider as…
What Can We Learn from Our Amish Neighbors?
One thing we can say about changes in our senior care shows our friends and family living in isolation at times. Before we continue, I want to say “kudos” to…
9 Tips to Improve Communication Skills when Dementia is Involved
Do you find yourself feeling frustrated and at a loss for how to respond when an aging parent starts talking about something that has clearly been bothering them? Or do…
Forgetfulness, Is This a Normal Sign of Aging?
PLUS 15 Ways You Can Keep Your Brain Fit as You Age. As we get older, we are concerned with forgetting things. Is this a normal sign of aging or is…
When you Don’t Know What You Don’t Know-Why Do You Need a Nurse Advocate?
As we continue to work with clients, the biggest barrier we see is that people don’t know when they need to ask for help because they don’t know what they don’t know. We all know how difficult it can be to care for an aging parent. It's a lot of work, and sometimes we don't have the answers to our own questions about what they need or why. Why do I need an advocate? What does that entail? These are just some of the many questions that this blog post will answer.
Part 2 Five Reasons Why You Need a Nurse Patient Advocate, What You Need to Know
In the healthcare world, there are many people who are trying to make a difference. Nurses can be found in hospitals and other settings providing care for patients, often times saving lives. But one particular group of nurses is not typically seen by the general public- nurse patient advocates. What exactly does a Nurse Patient Advocate do? And why should you hire one? Here's what you need to know about them:
What is the Most Underserved Population in Healthcare? Part 1
n today's society, the elderly are often considered a burden and a drain on society. The middle class elderly population is the most underserved population in healthcare and they often struggle to receive care due to their lack of financial resources. Working hard to set aside even a small nest egg for retirement keeps them from gaining access to some of the services available to keep them safe at home.