We invited thought leaders and experts in the fields of dementia and care for elders to share their insight into what changes are expected in 2015. Overall, there is a move towards person-centered care for people of all abilities, including those with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
Many people still mistakenly associate long-term care and long-term care insurance with nursing homes. In fact, just the opposite is true. According to the LTCi Sourcebook, published by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance, some 7.6 million individuals currently receive care at home because of acute illnesses, long-term health conditions, permanent disability or terminal illness.…
DetailsChicago, IL – December 9, 2014 – Managing Director of Homewatch Caregiveres, Mitch Abrams, is interview by online magazine MainStreet.com for the article entitled: Why Boomers Seeking to Retire Abroad Face Limitations in Long-Term Care Insurance Payouts
DetailsThere are new healthcare reform laws that are encouraging hospitals to decrease readmission rates for people with certain diseases, including COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder). “It’s an attempt to spur hospitals to improve the quality of their care,” explained Dr. Norman Edelman, Senior Science Advisor for the American Lung Association, of the motivation to penalize…
DetailsVeterans of every generation may need care at some time in their lives—maybe due to war-related injuries or simply because of age many years after their service had ended. Providing care to these veterans is a special experience for their caregivers.
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive illness that brings with it ongoing changes in the person who has it and changes for their loved ones providing support and care. Lori La Bey, founder of Alzheimer’s Speaks, became an expert on Alzheimer’s after her own mother was diagnosed with the disease. “People would ask me if my…
DetailsNovember is National Family CareGivers Month, sponsored by the Caregiver Action Network as a time to recognize all of those loving people who are providing time, care, and comfort to those who need assistance. “Your loved one’s care does not always take place in hospitals, or nursing homes, or doctor offices, or medical clinics,” states…
DetailsHelen Osborne, OTR/L is the founder of Health Literacy Month in October, an international campaign to raise awareness about the importance of understandable health information. Helen Osborne, OTR/L is the founder of Health Literacy Month in October, an international campaign to raise awareness about the importance of understandable health information. She is president of Health…
DetailsDementia Management Tips from The Leader in Specialized Dementia Care “T.H.I.N.K. P.E.A.C.E.” Avoid and eliminate common behavioral issues Toilet – The client may need to void but does not know where to go. Hunger – The client may feel hungry or thirsty and is frustrated. Incontinence – Incontinence causes a person discomfort, pain and embarrassment.…
DetailsThere is no diet that is guaranteed to ward off cancer or cure cancer, but some experts believe that what people eat can make a difference in how they heal from cancer surgery and treatment and possibly prevent a recurrence of cancer. “I am what I am now because of my cancer history,” said Cheryl…
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