We have been offline since Monday but promise to be up and running by November 5. Please keep all of those affected by the storm in your thoughts and prayers! … [Read more...]
Sandy’s on the way. Are you prepared?
October 27, 2012 By
No part of the country is immune from the effects of Mother Nature. You don't have to become a survivalist, do you know what you would need if there is an evacuation and you 10 minutes or two days to prepare for an evacuation? The value of preparation, which includes having a plan A, B, C, D and … [Read more...]
Falls could indicate early onset Alzheimer’s
October 21, 2012 By
Compared with older people with no signs of Alzheimer's, those whose brains show early signs of the disease are twice as likely to experience a fall, researchers have found. In the new study, investigators looked at brain scans of 125 older adults who were participating in a study of memory and … [Read more...]
Insomnia Major Driver of Costly Workplace Accidents & Errors
October 19, 2012 By
A national study led by Harvard Medical School researchers found that insomnia was associated with a much higher percentage of workplace accidents and errors than any other chronic condition. These errors were also more costly. Researchers estimate that insomnia costs employers $31.1 billion … [Read more...]
Medicare open enrollment starts today…
October 15, 2012 By
Medicare open enrollment is just around the corner Oct. 15 - Dec. 7. Whether you’re a person with Medicare, a caregiver, or professional helping clients to review their coverage options, we’ve got some helpful tips for you to keep in mind this season. Tips for Consumers 1. Start early - Yes, … [Read more...]
It’s that time of year…get your flu shot
October 8, 2012 By
Just as they do every year, the CDC strongly recommends a seasonal flu shot to almost everyone, but it's especially important for seniors who are more vulnerable. The flu puts more than 200,000 people in the hospital each year and kills around 24,000 — 90 percent of whom are seniors. This year, … [Read more...]
The importance of a special needs trust
October 8, 2012 By
The following is an excerpt from an excellent article that appears in the NY Times, October 5, 2012. An … [Read more...]
Eeking out a living on social security
October 3, 2012 By
For the millions of Americans who rely solely—or heavily—on Social Security as income, life is tough, according to a New York Times article published this week. As retirees weigh the most basic living expenses including food, housing and medical needs, many are finding there is simply no leeway … [Read more...]
Who determines when the elderly stop driving…families or doctors?
October 3, 2012 By
Families may have to watch for dings in the car and plead with an older driver to give up the keys — but there’s new evidence that doctors could have more of an influence on one of the most wrenching decisions facing a rapidly aging population. A recent study in the New England Journal of … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s disease promotes isolation
September 26, 2012 By
Patients with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, and their caregivers say the illness leaves them feeling isolated and apart from family, friends and life’s typical connections, a report shows. About a quarter of people with dementia hide or conceal their diagnosis because … [Read more...]
