Hiring a home care agency ensures quality, safety, and peace of mind while handling screening, taxes, and supervision—benefits you won’t get when hiring privately by Rose Jarboe, CCM Business Development Manager for Senior Helpers.
Category: Senior Healthcare
Tips to Help You Sail Through Physical Therapy
Physical therapy can help you regain strength and mobility, but getting the most out of your sessions requires preparation and commitment. Follow these expert tips to make your recovery smoother and more effective.
Why Use a Local Agent When Looking at Medicare or Health Insurance Options?
Choosing the right Medicare or health insurance plan requires expert guidance. A local agent ensures your doctors, prescriptions, and needs are covered.
Taking Control of Your Health: Evidence-Based Health and Wellness Programming
Empower yourself or your community with evidence-based health and wellness workshops designed for older adults. Learn to manage chronic conditions, improve mobility, and support caregivers through expert-led programs.
Medicare Open Enrollment Period 2025
Medicare’s open enrollment period for 2025 runs from October 15 to December 7. This is the time for beneficiaries to review their Part D and Advantage plan options as significant changes are coming. With adjustments to formularies, premiums, deductibles, and more, it’s essential to review your plan to avoid unexpected costs in the new year. Notably, out-of-pocket pharmacy spending will be capped at $2,000, and the coverage gap, or “donut hole,” will be eliminated. Beneficiaries should pay close attention to their Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) for details on plan changes and take advantage of available counseling services.
Being Dementia Friendly: The Power In the Words We Use
Words matter, especially when supporting individuals with dementia. C. Angela Burrow, Consultant at the Center for Applied Research in Dementia, emphasizes the power of language in fostering inclusive, respectful communities. By avoiding terms like “sufferer” or “victim” and focusing on abilities rather than deficits, we can empower those living with dementia.
What Is A Stroke?
By Ashley S. Harris, OTD, OTR/L, CSRS Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Greenville Stroke is a disruption in blood supply… Read more »
Why are Knee and Hip-Replacement Patients Getting Younger?
Orthopedic surgeon details the reasons more patients want surgery sooner Joint replacement surgery isn’t just for seniors anymore. Patients across… Read more »
The Program of All-Inclusive Care (PACE)
The Program of All-Inclusive Care (PACE) By Brittany Kearney, MBA, MA, CDP As we age, our healthcare needs change, and… Read more »
Seven Ways Your Primary Care Provider Can Help Reduce ER Visits
Seven Ways Your Primary Care Provider Can Help Reduce ER Visits By Joe Nester Changing how people think and interact… Read more »
