Monthly Archives: November 2012

Are You Safe from Medical ID Theft?

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Elder Care Advice blog

With so many United States citizens unable to get health insurance coverage some people have had to turn to crime to get care.  What a crazy shame this is! Follow this link, to the official US Government site, for more … Continue reading →

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There’re demented not psychotic!

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Elder Care Advice blog

Help End the Rampant Misuse of Antipsychotics in Nursing Homes!   Support Senate Bill S. 3604 The Improving Dementia Care Treatment for Older Adults Act What is the Issue? Antipsychotics are frequently used to “control the behaviors” of a person … Continue reading →

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Do you know the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Elder Care Advice blog

Here are some common warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease: If you or someone you love is experiencing one or more of the following symptoms, talk to a doctor. The medications used to manage Alzheimer’s disease work best in the early … Continue reading →

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Education and Certification for the Primary Family Caregiver for the frail elderly

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Elder Care Advice blog

The incidence of ignorance based elder abuse is escalating across the country.  As more people live longer and choose for various reasons to stay at home there are more younger people caring for them.  Many times these caregivers are ‘sandwiched’ … Continue reading →

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5 Steps to lower Alzheimer’s risk

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Elder Care Advice blog

Because Alzheimer’s disease is progressive, coping with it requires foresight and careful advance planning. Do you find yourself struggling to follow a conversation or find the right word, becoming confused in new places, or botching tasks that once came easily? … Continue reading →

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