by Care Answered | Dec 13, 2023 | Care News, Daily Health Tips, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
Seeing loved ones over the holidays can be challenging, especially when gathering with aging relatives whom you may not have seen in some time. Consider this scenario: The table is set, the guests have arrived, and everyone is in good spirits as you gather with family...
by Care Answered | Oct 29, 2023 | Care News, Daily Health Tips, Long Term Care, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
A solo ager is defined as someone who is 55 or over, who does not have a reliable support system. When people fall into this category, not planning is truly NOT an option. As we know we all need to plan but many people may have a support system that creates a safety...
by Care Answered | Oct 22, 2023 | Care News, chronic illness, Daily Health Tips, Medicare Tips, Medicare Tips You Need to Know, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
The weather is turning chilly, and that means that flu and cold season is upon us. The best way for older adults to protect themselves from respiratory illness is with vaccines. Vaccines recommended this season include flu, Covid-19 and respiratory syncytial virus...
by Care Answered | Sep 17, 2023 | Care News, Daily Health Tips, Events, Long Term Care, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
Nearly one in four Americans have medical debt, according to a recent survey by Lending Tree. Being armed with facts and information can help you avoid unnecessary medical debt and help you navigate medical bills. Here are three important facts for you to know: 90...
by Care Answered | Aug 31, 2023 | Care News, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need, Studies
Until very recently, those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease had very few treatment options. While the disease is progressive and there is still no cure, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently granted approval to two new medications that, for the first time,...
by Care Answered | Aug 21, 2023 | Care News, Daily Health Tips, Plan Ahead-Get the Care You Need
Many people feel that cancer tends to run in the family, but they may not be aware of how real the risk of inherited cancer is for them. Cancer is still one of the leading causes of death in the United States, and up to 10 percent of cancers are linked to an inherited...
