by Webmaster | Jun 19, 2020 | Elder Care, News
Today, June 19, is Juneteenth. With the examination of racial inequality and discrimination in the United States and the focus on the “Black Lives Matter” movement, this particular Juneteenth will take on an even more meaningful place in history. But, many...
by Webmaster | Mar 15, 2020 | Assisted Living, Caregivers, Elder Care, Nursing Home, Resources
The Coronavirus has led to families to engage in social distancing. This will impact elders and multi-generational households. This is a list of activities for families that are appropriate for social distancing.
by Webmaster | Jan 19, 2020 | Caregivers, Elder Care, Resources
“It takes a village” is an African proverb meaning it takes a village to allow a child to grow in a safe, healthy environment. That same proverb applies to providing our elders with a safe, healthy environment, even aging in place. According to the...
by Twyla Sketchley | Sep 2, 2019 | Assisted Living, Disability, Elder Care, Resources
Medical alert systems can be a vital tool in maintaining a frail elderly parent’s independence. Many people’s only knowledge of a medical alert system is Lifecall’s “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up” catchphrase. It has become a catch phrase for memes and...
by Twyla Sketchley | Oct 14, 2018 | Elder Care, Elder Law
Hurricane Michael tore through the Florida Panhandle from Gadsden County to Panama City Beach leaving devastation from the Gulf coast through Alabama and Georgia. Florida towns like Marianna, Lynnhaven and Blountstown will be without power and possibly drinkable water...
by Twyla Sketchley | Aug 10, 2015 | Elder Care, Nursing Home
A nursing home that accepts Medicare or Medicaid as payment for services generally has to provide thirty (30) days notice prior to discharge. This applies regardless whether the resident’s care is being paid for by Medicare or Medicaid. There are some...