Elder Care Blog
What’s the difference between Skilled Care and Long-term Care?
At our staff meeting today, our care management team was talking about how many confusing terms there are out there. Many of our clients and their families are confused by…
Is a concierge physician helpful for older adults?
One of the many benefits of living in a large metropolitan area like DC is that we have several excellent choices when it comes to our healthcare. In the last…
What is the difference between Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy?
A client of mine asked me yesterday why she has to have physical therapy and occupational therapy. While the two therapies have the same goals for her (in this case…
Cold Weather Challenges for Seniors
The New Year 2018 rolled in with a blast of frigid weather. While most individuals can tolerate the cold, older adults are at risk of serious health concerns in freezing…
Holiday Giving
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us, and we think about finding the perfect gift for everyone on our list. But, what do we give to the…
How to Live to 100
What is the secret to living well into your senior years? Just ask a Centenarian. On November 7, 2017, I had the privilege of meeting with twenty individuals who had…
Holiday Visiting
The holidays are upon us now and with that comes the time of year when families make trips to visit their loved ones. I often get questions from family members…
The Silver Tsunami
Our population is aging. By the year 2020, the number of older adults over age 65 will be greater than the number of children under five. That is an historical…
Managing Your Medicine Cabinet Through Cold and Flu Season
It’s the beginning of cold and flu season and the newspapers are full of store fliers selling cold and flu medication to ease your symptoms. Did you know that many…
Participating in a Clinical Trial
A clinical trial is a research study to determine if a particular treatment or medical strategy is safe and effective for the general population. These research studies occur in several…
What is Agnosia? How can a caregiver help?
Agnosia is a condition where individuals have difficulty processing sensory information. Typically the result of a stroke, traumatic brain injury or a dementia, Agnosia can come in many forms, including…
The Confusing World of Hearing Aids
In August 2017, new legislation was signed into law that may change the way you view hearing aids and amplification devices. Most individuals are aware that prescription hearing aids can…