Monthly Archives: August 2011

Secrets of Alternative Health and Wellness Therapies for Seniors and the Rest of Us

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Elder Care Advice blog

Tai Chi Institute USA presents ~The Movement of Life~ is a unique program suitable for all ages, blending the healing qualities of Tai Chi Chuan, Qi Gong, Meditation, Shaolin Kung Fu and Acupressure to fine tune and recharge your mental, … Continue reading →

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About Caregiver Certification Programs

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Elder Care Advice blog

Caregiving is one of the fastest growing  career fields in the USA.  Caregiver certification should  prepare the caregiver for professional  ‘home-style’  care giving for seniors who stay at home or in an assisted living facility. Programs must cover all the … Continue reading →

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Facts about Dementia

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Elder Care Advice blog

 About dementia… 1. Dementia is a brain disorder which robs the patient of his ability to perform basic daily activities and tasks. 2. The most common form of dementia disease is Alzheimer’s Disease. 3. Most dementia patients will need long term … Continue reading →

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Caregiving at a Distance

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Elder Care Advice blog

Long Distance Caregiving – Challenges and Solutions Original article by: Helen Hunter, ACSW, CMSW. Edited by CertifiedCare staff. Families who struggle to care for a parent across the miles have a unique disadvantage. They cannot be there to know what … Continue reading →

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Changes for Hospice Claims, Eligibility, and Revenue Services

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Elder Care Advice blog

The Fiscal Intermediaries and Medicare Administrative Contractors for Hospice Claims have made significant changes to the way Hospice Claims are processed. * CAHABA eliminated its longstanding dial-up access system * CAHABA no longer provides MSP or DDE adjustments to claims … Continue reading →

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Finding Innovative Senior Care in Your Community

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Elder Care Advice blog

By Thomas Henricks While most cities in North America afford some type of care for the elderly, not all will provide the senior care that many families would like to provide for their loved ones. You can find this type … Continue reading →

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Good Things To Know About Caregiver Certification Programs

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Elder Care Advice blog

Good things are being said across the country about CertifiedCare.  They are receiving national attention from federal and state agencies who are taking an interest in reducing elder abuse and in regulating caregivers, especially of the frail elderly. Here are … Continue reading →

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