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As people age, they also become more prone to different conditions. One of the most common conditions that may be experienced by older adults is dementia. This is a condition that involves cognitive decline. Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that, at later stages, will require care at an Alzheimer’s care facility. There are…
Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are often lumped together and used interchangeably to describe a variety of symptoms or behaviors exhibited by seniors. However, there is a subtle distinction that you should be aware of: Dementia is the overarching term for neurodegenerative diseases, and Alzheimer’s is just one type of dementia. With that…
Unfortunately, it’s sometimes the case that the seniors we care about most, spend their days watching the latest news networks. Although senior living homes are a great way to keep your elderly parent safe and engaged with a community, there are ways you can help make sure your elderly parent stays happy and healthy. The…
Traveling can create stress no matter how old or young you are, but for seniors and the disabled traveling can create a lot more anxiety. The good news is that there are many ways to mitigate stress and anxiety and overall plan to ensure a safer travel. Whether you are looking to travel domestically or…
Diabetes Prevention, along with Early Diagnosis, are Key for Marginalized Communities Although we primarily deal with seniors at Prime Medical Alert, it’s not only seniors who suffer from disparities in healthcare based on income. While more people than ever before are insured, income still plays a major role in health. This gap is widened even…
1. What does Medicaid pay for long term care? If you are eligible, Medicaid pays for long-term care services at the nursing home level of care. Medicaid can also pay for with care services given at home by visiting nurses, therapists, or caregivers. Not to be confused with Medicare, Medicaid pays for care in nursing…
Say what? A short piece on hearing loss. “I think the dress is going to work out just fine. It may be a bit tight, but maybe I’ll lose five pounds by May,” I said.Mom: “What’s that?”I said, “I think the dress is going to work out just fine. It may be a bit tight,…
The Basics when it comes to Body Donation It’s always smart to do some research before making any major decisions or life changes. You may be asking what body donation actually entails, or how it’s different from organ donation, so I’ve made a quick list to cover the basics if you’re beginning to think about…
Aging in Place Baby boomers may soon find themselves in a serious dilemma. Rather than planning ahead, many people only think of eldercare after a crisis has occurred. Our eldercare infrastructure, mostly made up of private pay options, isn’t quite the most affordable thing in the world. Some people are lucky to have loved ones…
My elderly parent wants to stay home instead of seeking care through assisted living or a care home, what do I do? We get this question a lot. First, if they’re planning on staying home instead of moving, are they able to perform all of their basic ADLs? If not, then they may need professional…
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