Ensuring that your health is taken care of later in life is important. Knowing when to sign up for Medicare benefits can be confusing, especially in an age where retirement does not occur at age 65. Here are some deadlines to think about as you approach age 65 and prepare for retirement. Medicare Eligibility In [...]
Nobody likes to move out of the home that they have made for themselves. As you or your loved ones age, it might be time to take a look to see if staying in your home is the best decision. There are several things to look at when trying to determine if continuing to live [...]
You might be considering your choices for housing as you age. The good news is there are a wide variety of senior housing options out there, depending on your need. Staying in Place This means simply that you remain in your home. It allows you to keep your surroundings familiar, and be in the community [...]
When trying to determine your housing situation, it is best to come up with a list of needs. These will help you drive your decision to the best solution for you, your friends and family. Here are some need categories to consider when planning senior housing. Level of Care While you may be independent now, [...]
There are so many choices available when looking for nursing home care. This can make it hard to figure out what is what. Fortunately, there are a multitude of resources for people who need assistance. Administration for Community Living (ACL) This is part of the federal government that provides Medicare patients with information and help [...]
When searching for a nursing home for yourself or for a loved one, you must visit the facility to determine if it fits your or your loved one’s needs. This gives you a chance to see the facility first hand, talk to the staff and the residents and see what the general feel of the [...]
Each person is different. This means that in order to get the right nursing home care plan, you should develop a care plan that fits your needs. It is up to you to make your goals, wishes and health care requirements known to the staff of your nursing home. Health Assessment The first day you [...]
A gentleman whom I respect recently shared an interesting story about how he "survived" a very dangerous ordeal. One day, while sitting at work, he started experiencing a tightness in his chest. Instead of calling 911, he recruited a 19-year-old intern at his business to drive him in rush-hour traffic to the hospital. The pain [...]
When the Affinity salesman came to the door of 70-year-old Marcolina Sanchez's New York City apartment, he persuaded her to sign up for a Medicare Advantage private health insurance plan. "He promised her better coverage [than traditional Medicare]," said Mrs. Sanchez's daughter, Catherine Santiago. "But when she went to see her regular doctor at her [...]