Senior Care Confidential

28% of seniors live alone in the United States, and there are great ways to stay at home and avoid moving to a nursing home. Laurie Miller, with Apple Care and Companion & Age Tech Now, discusses safe ways to stay in your home as you age using technology, community resources, and Medicare services.

Did you know that 90% of people with Parkinson’s are at risk of developing a weak voice that can lead to life-threatening swallowing complications? Aspiration, choking, reduced cough reflex and even malnutrition can be consequences of weakened muscles that control speech and swallowing. To make matters worse, some studies show that over half of adults with communication disorders

Since the onset of COVID, standards of care have been compromised. What was once not acceptable, is now often the norm. How do you protect your loved ones with dementia living in memory care communities?

There is no such thing as a free lunch, or in this case ‘free or lower premiums’. There is ALWAYS a cost. Open enrollment is about to begin for Medicare and Advantage plans. As providers, we handle a lot of questions around these plans…specifically: Why they are no longer on Medicare when they were told they were being signed up for a ‘cheaper Medicare plan’? Why are ther

There are 8.2 Million seniors are affected by wounds in the U.S. annually. Medicare spends $97 Billion dollars per year to treat them. We’re seeing more wounds and higher severity since the pandemic. Today, we are joined by Dr. Jenna Wishnew and Marina Lakhmanchuk, PT, DPT to discuss prevention, treatment strategies, as well as when to call in the specialist.

Medicare has been prohibited from paying for weight-loss medication since 2003. The Treat & Reduce Obesity Act of 2023 is opening up discussions to make Ozempic available.

In this episode, we'll dive into best practices, strategies, and real world examples that demonstrate how effective case management can improve patient outcomes, streamline hospital operations, and reduce costs. Our expert guest, Lesley Williamson, RN will share their experiences and insights on coordinating care, navigating complex healthcare systems, and how to find the best reso

Did you know that approximately 1 in 1,000 people worldwide are affected by lymphedema, with over 200 million individuals suffering from this chronic condition? In this episode, we dive deep into the world of lymphedema, a condition causing painful and persistent swelling, often in the arms or legs. We'll be joined by a leading expert who will discuss the latest statistics, uncover

What if comorbidities (multiple medical issues) aren’t isolated events requiring numerous medical specialists to treat? What if there is a root cause that is the culprit in many of these? Today, Jo Alch and I delve into the concept of metabolic dysfunction and talk about a new book, Good Energy, by Dr. Casey Means.

No one ever says, "When I get old, put me in a nursing home." Many seniors have disabilities that make it no longer safe for them to be at home. Assisted living communities are a great option for seniors who want to stay active and independent. There are some challenges with moving in that can be avoided by working with the right professional individuals.