Numerous studies show that regular exercise helps slow the aging process, improve cardiovascular health, and reduce symptoms of numerous types of ailments like dementia, Alzheimer’s, heart, and lung diseases. Having a certified trainer for Mom and Dad can help them safely remain more vital, active, and socially engaged. Personal training can be done one-on-one or …
Dental care for seniors involves unique considerations. Seniors are more likely to suffer from a host of oral health issues resulting from the natural aging process. Proper oral health care is critical, yet, coverage is not provided by Medicare. If your senior loved one is a low income senior, options are available. Beware of such …
Currently there are close to 42 million adult children involved in the day-to-day care of an elder parent. According to statistics, they spend an average of 25 hours per week, and experience close to a 40% job loss. Family Caregivers experience twice the national average of heart disease, obesity, depression, and addictive behaviors. They tend …
Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, causing 50 to 70% of all cases. The disease results in problems with: memory, thinking language disorientation of time and place poor or decreased judgment changes in mood or behavior misplacing things changes in personality loss of initiative Symptoms usually develop slowly and get worse over time, …
Transportation provided to shuttle seniors between facilities, residential group homes, private residences, hospitals and medical appointments is extremely common. All transportation providers are Licensed Livery; meaning transportation can be provided for virtually any reason. Medicare DOES NOT pay for transportation other than emergency ambulance service. This is the most common misconception today concerning Medicare benefits. …
