Activities
The Mind-Body Connection: How Trying New Things Can Help Prevent Dementia
Do you know what the mind and body have in common? They are both incredible machines that need to be taken care of in order to function at their best.
Diane Carbo
Caregiver Stress And Burden
What is Respite Care for Elderly?
Respite care is a type of short-term, in-home care that provides relief to family caregivers. Respite care can help relieve stress and provide much-needed rest and relaxation to those who are looking after elderly relatives. It can also provide elderly individuals with an opportunity to remain in their own homes
Healthy Aging
Ketamine, A Breakthrough Treatment for Fibromyalgia Patients
Ketamine has unique nerve-blocking properties that are beneficial for anesthesia and, as it turns out, fibromyalgia. Studies have shown that even low-dose treatment over two hours can provide pain relief for fibromyalgia patients.
Mental Health
What is Ketamine? How it Helps Severe Depression and Treatment Resistant Depression
Ketamine is the biggest breakthrough medication to treat depression in over 50 years. it is changing lives with those suffering from suicide ideation, treatment resistant depression, PTSD, and chronic pain
Behavior Modification
How to Stop Elderly Falling Out of Bed: Do Low Beds Prevent Falls?
Preventing elderly falls from bed involves using low beds, bed rails, floor mats, and proper positioning. Low beds reduce the risk of injury by minimizing fall height, while other safety measures help ensure a secure sleeping environment for seniors.
Financial
Why Medicare Advantage Plans are Bad?
The purpose of this post is to explore why medicare advantage plans can be a bad decision. We will look at the advantages and disadvantages of such plans, the financial considerations, quality of care and other factors that can make them a poor choice. By examining the potential risks and
Aging In Place
Is Long Term Care Insurance Worth It?
Introduction: What is Long Term Care Insurance and Is it Worth It? Long term care insurance is an important tool that helps individuals and families, especially those with limited financial resources, to plan for the possibility of needing assistance with daily activities. While it is not necessary for everyone, understanding
Aging In Place
Explaining Long-Term Care Insurance
As we age, there’s a real possibility that we might need extra help with the activities of daily living. This is where long-term care insurance comes in – it provides coverage for services that may not be covered by Medicare or health insurance. Long-term care insurance can help individuals and
End of Life Issues
Does Medicare Cover Hospice?
When a loved one is facing a life-limiting illness or injury, hospice care can provide comfort and support to them and their families. Hospice care focuses on managing pain and symptoms to provide the highest quality of life possible. It also provides emotional and spiritual support to patients and their
Alternative Approaches to Care
How Long Can You Stay in a Skilled Nursing Facility?
Introduction Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) are specialized medical facilities designed to provide long-term nursing care for individuals who require more care than can be provided from home. A person may investigate the question of ""how long can you stay in a skilled nursing facility"" for a
Healthy Aging
Can Losing Weight Cure Sleep Apnea?
Introduction to Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that affects thousands of people around the world. This disorder causes people to experience pauses in their breathing while they are sleeping, leading to repeated awakenings during the night, as well as other symptoms. As a result, many people are
Activities
Dementia Care Strategies for Bathing: Navigating Challenges with Compassion
Bathing can be a difficult and stressful task for those with dementia. Learn tips and strategies for making the process easier, including respecting privacy and dignity, understanding daily needs, and promoting independence.