What is Lewy Body Dementia?
Lewy Body dementia (LBD) is a type of dementia that is characterized by tiny deposits of a protein in the brain called Lewy bodies.
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Sep 17, 2018
Beware of Post-Operative Cognitive Dysfunction
POCD is real. It happened to Pati Bedwell's mother after a routine colonoscopy.
Sep 11, 2018
Considerations for People Diagnosed with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s
Getting an accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer’s at any age can be a long and frustrating process, and even more so if you are younger.
Sep 4, 2018
Tips to Help Seniors Avoid Falls at Home
Falls are often the beginning of the downward slide into incapacity. Prevention is key. Here's where to start.
Aug 24, 2018
Medicare 101
New to Medicare? Need a refresher on basic terminology? Here’s a review of the basics.
Aug 18, 2018
Why Your Loved One Needs a Health Care Advocate
This article discusses several reasons why a health care advocate is important.
Aug 17, 2018
Don’t Be Misled by False Medicare or Social Security Ads
Scammers are hard at work trying to defraud older adults.
Aug 17, 2018
Flu Shots for Seniors
Do you care for someone over the age of 65? Are you wondering if they should get the flu shot? The answer is yes.
Aug 16, 2018
What Do All Those Terms Mean?
The long-term care system can seem like an alphabet soup of programs.
Aug 8, 2018
Sex, Intimacy and Dementia
It’s time to wake up and be realistic about what happens in the bedrooms of aging Americans, including those who have dementia.
Aug 1, 2018
There Are Many Things We Want to Pass on to Our Loved Ones—Illness Is Not One of Them
Most of us want to pass on family traditions, a grandmother’s quilt or dad’s love of books—but no one wants to pass on an illness.
Jun 10, 2018
Participating in Alzheimer and Dementia-Related Clinical Studies
Could participating in a clinical trial be right for you or your elderly loved one? This article explains the pros and cons.
May 29, 2018
GUEST COLUMN: Music of Your Life for Your Life
Listening to preferred music is especially beneficial for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and Parkinson’s disease.
Mar 29, 2018
New Medicare cards offer greater protection to more than 57.7 million Americans
New cards will no longer contain Social Security numbers, to combat fraud and illegal use.
Dec 9, 2017
Can Hospital Delirium Be Prevented?
What is this condition? Why does it happen? Is there anything you can do to prevent it? This article explains the basics.
Oct 5, 2017
FAQ about the Jimmo Settlement Agreement
Questions about the Jimmo Settlement Agreement? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis explains the basics.
Jun 21, 2017
Boomers Urged to Get Tested for Hepatitis C
If you were born between 1945 and 1965, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends being tested for hepatitis C.
May 23, 2017
HIPAA Demystified
Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara Boone McGinnis explains one of the most baffling acronyms of all: HIPAA.
Mar 15, 2017
Scam Alert – Orthotics
Medicare Zone Program Integrity Contractors have seen an increase in billing for orthotics specifically for hand/wrist, knee, and braces.
Feb 2, 2017
What You Need to Know about the MOON
The New Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice (MOON) will impact Medicare beneficiaries.
Jun 26, 2016
Guest Column: Is Hearing a Problem?
Dr. Randi Davis answers common questions about hearing.
Mar 26, 2016
Dementia and Hearing Loss
Seventy-one percent of people over age 70 are affected by hearing loss. Add dementia to the mix and things can be even more difficult.
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