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Kinds of Adult Day Care That Are Available

Adult day care is one of the newest and least known ways of providing peer interaction and activities for elders and others who need daily care, while also providing time for the primary caregiver to work or have time with … Read More

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A Caregiver’s Guide to the Oms and Asanas of Yoga

Often chanted in its Sanskrit form at the beginning of a yoga practice, the following invocation encapsulates the ideal relationship—one of mutual protection, elevation, and peace. Together may we be protected Together may we be nourished Together may we work with … Read More

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Your Medicare Coverage, Is my test or service covered?

How often is it covered? Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and/or Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers eligible home health services like these: Intermittent skilled nursing care Physical therapy Speech-language pathology services Continued occupational services, and more Usually, a home … Read More

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Home Health Agency Checklist

If your doctor or referring health care provider decides you need home health care, they should give you a list of agencies that serve your area. If they suggest an agency or give you a list, they must tell you … Read More

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How to Choose Home Care for Elderly Parents

When the time comes that a love one needs help at home, the process of convincing them to accept help can be difficult. Most of us value our independence, and having someone come into one’s home to assist with such intimate activities … Read More

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