Polypharmacy: Too Many Medications Can be Bad for Your Health
May 22, 2023
Have you heard of polypharmacy? More importantly, do you know what it is and how – not to mention why – to avoid it? Polypharmacy
From the Hospital to Short-term Rehab/Skilled Nursing Facility: 5 Tips for Success
April 12, 2023
When an older adult is hospitalized for more than three days, the hospital may recommend that they receive short-term rehabilitation (physical, occupational, speech) in a
An Unpleasant Surprise: Handling Unexpected Medical Bills
April 5, 2023
Did you know? In the U.S., there is $88 billion in medical debt on consumer credit records as of June 2021. The total amount of
In a Hurry? Try a Dose of Patience
December 13, 2022
Here we are at the “most wonderful time of the year.” For many people it may not feel so wonderful; some of us may put
Care Answered in the News
August 24, 2022
Care Answered has recently been featured in the media, providing expert commentary on important issues affecting patients and caregivers. In May 2022, Nicole Christensen, MS,
Introducing YOUR Care Control Partners
July 18, 2022
Do you want to receive less than you deserve? Perhaps have someone else make decisions about your care without any concern for you? How about
Fun, Sun and Summer Safety!
June 20, 2022
Summer is here and the mercury is beginning to climb! For many of us, that signals longer days, more leisure time, and lots of outdoor
Palliative Care Enhances Quality of Life
May 12, 2022
“My doctor recommended palliative care. Does that mean that my condition is terminal?” NO. This question or some version of it is very common after
(Yet Another) Update to Community Medicaid Changes for May 2022
May 11, 2022
The 30-month financial lookback for Community Medicaid is slated to potentially start October 1, 2022. The changes in qualifying for medical approval for community Medicaid
Breaking News! Updated Community Medicaid Changes for May 2022
April 19, 2022
According to the NYS Department of Health, the Community Medicaid New York Independent Assessor (NYIA) will be implemented on May 16, 2022. In our last