Mary, who is 65, listens to classical music every day and does Sudoku and crossword puzzles. She is familiar with these things and hopes they will help to keep her mind sharp as she gets older. While these activities are certainly … [Read more...]
Why You Shouldn’t Put Off Long-Term Care Planning
October 22, 2013 by 1 Comment
Most people will need some kind of help with the activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, or moving around, in their lifetime. The need for such help can result from a natural decline of hearing, eyesight, strength, … [Read more...]
Tip-of-the-tongue Moments Don’t Necessarily Signify Dementia
October 21, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Jane is in her 60’s and has been having many “stuck on the tip of your tongue” moments with names and faces lately. She used to be really good with recalling these things and sometimes worries she is beginning to experience early … [Read more...]
Long-term Care Residents’ Rights Month- “Speak Out Against Elder Abuse”
October 17, 2013 by Leave a Comment
This month, residents of nursing homes and other long- term care facilities, along with family members, facility staff, and others are honoring the rights of long-term care residents by celebrating Long-Term Care (LTC) Residents’ … [Read more...]
Medicare Open Enrollment Period is Now Open
October 16, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Medicare Open Enrollment began yesterday and will last until December 7, 2013. During this six-week period, Medicare beneficiaries have the option to make any changes to their plan that will take effect on January 1st, 2014.View … [Read more...]
When it is Time to Take the Car Keys Away: The Advance Driving Directive
October 15, 2013 by Leave a Comment
It is often difficult to talk to an elderly family member about giving up his or her car keys — especially if the older person doesn’t agree that continuing to drive will be risky. Often, families are making the tough choice … [Read more...]
Coping with the Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
October 14, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Every 68 seconds there is another person diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in the United States. Since there is no single definitive medical test for identifying Alzheimer’s disease, arriving at the correct diagnosis can take … [Read more...]
