The elderly are particularly vulnerable to abuse. There are many different forms that this abuse can take including neglect, physical abuse and financial exploitation. Abusers come in many different forms from ill-intentioned care takers to scammers looking to make a buck. Here are a few of the types of elder abuse to look out for [...]
No matter where you get your prescription drug coverage, you need to be aware of your plan’s prescription drug formulary. The formulary is a detailed list of drugs that are covered by your plan. If you aren’t familiar with the formulary you may be surprised at the amount of copays that you are responsible for [...]
When your elderly loved one goes to the hospital, they will be given a status. What that status is can have an adverse effect on what Medicare will cover as far as nursing home rehab after the hospital visit is complete. May hospitals are admitting more patients for observation instead of admitting them directly into [...]
Letting your elderly loved one stay in their own home can be a great decision for them. It keeps them in an environment that they are familiar with and allows them to retain some of their freedom. Despite these advantages, your elderly loved one may require some assistance in order to remain in their own [...]
There are a lot of unscrupulous people who look to take advantage of anyone out there. The elderly can be particularly vulnerable to scammers who seek to take advantage of them by stealing their identities as well as stealing money outright. Being aware of the most common types of scams that can be run on [...]
Upon being admitted to a hospital you may be asked to fill out a health care proxy form. This is particularly true if you are admitted for a condition that a doctor feels might put you in a position where you are not able to make health care decisions for yourself. These documents can give [...]
Think you are prepared for the costs of long term care? You might be surprised to find out just how much long term care actually can cost. Most senior citizens will need to spend at least some time in an assisted or full care facility, and while the majority will have stays of under a [...]
Malnutrition is of great concern to seniors. As we age, our diets need to change as our body changes. There are also the challenges of dealing with decreased mobility, arthritis and other issues that plague the elderly. Here are some signs of malnutrition and some things you can do to help you or your loved [...]
Preventing falls can be a major concern for the elderly or for those who are giving the elderly care. Knowing where and when falls can happen can help to prevent them before they occur. That is where the Stepping On program comes in. It is a new education program adapted for the United States from [...]
In the days of the internet and cell phones, are medical alert devices really still necessary? Cell phones are a technology that allows us to be in constant contact with the outside world, but the truth is they may not be appropriate for seniors in an emergency situation. Here are some facts to help you [...]