Q. My 86 year old mother had a stroke last week, was in the hospital, and was moved to a nursing home for rehabilitation. I was wondering about Medicare coverage. Does Medicare cover nursing home stays? What if she needs more … [Read more...]
Your Child Has Just Been Diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder- Now What?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that significantly affects three areas: communication (verbal and nonverbal), social interaction, and behavior. It is a spectrum disorder, meaning it affects each person … [Read more...]
I’m a Wife and a Caregiver- National Family Caregiver Support Program Assistance
Carolyn and Mark have been married for over 40 years. Five years ago, Mark was diagnosed with dementia. Since well before they received this official news, Carolyn has been caring for Mark, which has become more and more … [Read more...]
Evan Farr Releases New Book – “Nursing Home Survival Guide”
Certified Elder Law Attorney Evan H. Farr released his latest book, “Nursing Home Survival Guide: Helping You Protect Your Loved Ones Who Need Nursing Home Care by Preserving Dignity, Quality of Life, and Financial Security” this … [Read more...]
How Can I Afford a Nursing Home?
The following was excerpted from Evan H. Farr, CELA's new book, entitled "Nursing Home Survival Guide: Helping You Protect Your Loved Ones Who Need Nursing Home Care by Preserving Dignity, Quality of Life, and Financial … [Read more...]
The DSM-5: Over-Diagnosis of Depression Could Ensue from Removal of “Bereavement Exclusion”
The revised DSM-5, due to be released in May, has generated an unusual amount of heat. The removal of the “bereavement exclusion” has raised the concern that depression, once under-diagnosed in seniors, may become … [Read more...]
New Medicare Dashboard Advances Affordable Care Act (ACA) Goals for Chronic Conditions
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently launched a new Medicare Chronic Conditions Dashboard, offering researchers, physicians, public health professionals and policymakers access to current data on chronic … [Read more...]
Ask the Expert- When Dad is Resistant About Assisted Living
Q: I have a 75 year old father who lives alone in his home. He doesn't have an in-home caregiver, but has lots of friends and family who check in on him regularly. Since he served during the Vietnam War, he has had flashbacks that … [Read more...]
Having the Conversation about the Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
You’ve recently been told by a doctor that your mother has Alzheimer’s. She doesn’t know yet. What is the best way to tell her about the life-changing diagnosis? Before informing your mother (or any close loved one) about an … [Read more...]
It’s Moving Day- Moving a Loved One with Alzheimer’s into a Care Facility
Transitioning a loved one into assisted living or a nursing home isn’t easy for most families, especially if your loved one has Alzheimer’s. For a person with Alzheimer's disease, changing the routine and moving into an … [Read more...]
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