…according to The Senior Citizens League, seniors’ expenses have greatly surpassed COLA. For instance, prescription drug and Medicare Part B costs have more than tripled since 2000, and homeowner’s insurance…
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A Coronavirus Vaccine for Nursing Homes?
…Walgreens will be reimbursed for administering the shots at standard Medicare rates. Not all nursing homes will participate, and they are not required to do so. Since it is voluntary…
How Nursing Homes are Planning for a Third Surge of COVID-19
…cases across the country, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The states with the highest number of deaths per 1,000 residents include Massachusetts, New Jersey, Connecticut,…
These Non-Traditional Senior Living Facilities Have Almost No Coronavirus Cases
…that a fixed share of Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement dollars are directed to caregivers through policies such as wage floors and wage pass-throughs, so they are more satisfied and stay…
What are the Medicaid, Tax, and Liability Implications of Paying an Independent Caregiver?
…calculating hours and pay, reporting payments to federal and state agencies, withholding and paying Social Security, Medicare, federal and state income tax, and Federal Unemployment Tax. For each tax and…
Healthy Mouth, Healthier Brain!
…to come in. Keep in mind that Medicare doesn’t pay for routine dental care. You may want to get private dental insurance. Get help finding low-cost dental care here. For…
Long-Term Care Planning Month — Can the Terms “Long-Term Care” and “Nursing Home Care” Be Used Synonymously?
…that Medicare and other health insurance plans do not cover long-term care services. It is also important to note that Medicaid does cover long-term care services, but generally only if…
AARP’s Health Benefits Navigator: A New Tool for Veterans and Caregivers
…for, apply, and enroll in VA healthcare programs; understand how these healthcare benefits may be combined with Medicare and Medicaid to expand options; identify how to get help from representatives…
What is the Virginia Auxiliary Grant Program
…otherwise provide, including: Personal care, such as hair styling or dental care; Health care, such as medical co-payments, over-the-counter medications, or prescriptions not covered by Medicare; Personal toiletries, eyeglasses, clothing;…
How Do Medical Foster Homes Work for a Veteran’s Care?
…or Medicare? Thanks for your help! —- A. Senior veterans who require around the clock care have several options available to them through the VA. One such option is the…
New Approach May Help ‘Retrain’ the Brains of Dementia Caregivers
…widely among practitioners. Click here to see which types of therapy are covered by Medicare. Do a Google search for “Mentalization-Based Therapy” for your location to find a therapist near…
What Is Included in a Care Plan?
…(with your permission), or someone acting on your behalf has the right to take part in planning your care with the nursing home staff. According to the Centers for Medicare…
New Drugs for ALS and Alzheimer’s Show Great Promise
…new Alzheimer’s drug approved by the FDA in almost 20 years. The Journal of American Medicine (JAMA) rejected Biogen’s key Aduhelm paper and shortly thereafter, Medicare chose to limit coverage…
What to Do When Your Loved One Becomes Violent Due to Dementia
…such as depression, and Medicare coverage, please read our article on the subject. If you are a caregiver who is experiencing mental health issues, click here for helpful resources. If…
FDA Approves New Alzheimer’s Drug That Slows Progression of the Disease
…to cost around $25,000 annually for a single patient. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) currently limits coverage of drugs that target amyloid in the brain, so coverage…
Does Smoking Increase the Risk of Dementia?
…consumed by adults in this country, according to the CDC. · As an added bonus, if you smoke, Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers up to eight smoking and tobacco-use…
Is Medicaid Going to Want Us to Pay Them Back?
…program to help pay for long-term care expenses, which are not covered by Medicare and Tricare, the military insurance Henry earned during his Iowa National Guard career. They filled out…
Is Forgetting to Pay Your Bills an Early Sign of Dementia?
…of 81,364 Medicare beneficiaries living in single-person households. Those with dementia were more likely to have missed bill payments up to six years before being diagnosed. They were also more…
It’s World Alzheimer’s Month — Optimistic Findings from 2023
…the symptoms of cognitive impairment, and it’s now covered by Medicare. A clinical trial showed that lecanemab, which targets amyloid beta plaques, can slow down the cognitive decline in people…
Can I Get a “Do-Over” When it Comes to Taking Social Security Benefits Too Early?
…withdraw your benefits, you’ll have to repay any money you’ve already received, including any Social Security payouts as well as payments the program made for you such as for Medicare,…