Long Term Care

Anyone who has a loved one or friend who resides in a nursing home or other long term care facility knows the challenges for that resident- negotiating the terrain, voicing concerns or ensuring comfort and well being. Consumer Voice, an advocacy group that focuses on quality of care for residents of long…

With all of the serious problems in the world right now, your strongest desire may be to escape- to some fantasy place or remote destination…or perhaps to Margaritaville? If you grew up in the 70s, you likely remember the Jimmy Buffett song about a relaxed, seaside retreat where grabbing your drink…

If you receive Medicare, or help a loved one who does, you know there are choices to consider each year when Fall Open Enrollment season begins. Starting October 15, Medicare recipients can determine whether they want traditional Medicare, or a Medicare Advantage Plan, as well as what type of prescription…

You need only check out the latest news or listen to the latest weather report to know it’s been a season of emergencies. From hurricanes to floods to fires, all over the country people have faced dire circumstances that put their lives and property at significant risk. For seniors, who…

Some of us won’t go to a restaurant or attend a performance without first checking how other people rated the experience. Sometimes other peoples’ perspectives are instructive and useful- and sometimes their ratings seem trivial or silly. The question is: what do we make of the ratings other people give…

If you’re a caregiver for aging loved ones, you are likely worried about what’s going on when you are not around. And, if you’re someone on the receiving end of caregiving, you likely feel the burden of knowing your loved ones are anxious about your health and well being. But…