Gene Role May Be a Link between Dementia and the Coronavirus
People with a genetic mutation that increases the risk of dementia also have a greater chance of having severe Covid-19, researchers have revealed.
How Do I Talk about End-Of-Life Decisions?
No one likes to think about the end of their life, but it’s an important topic that many people put off until it’s too late.
Medicare Patients Be Wary of COVID-19 Scams!
If someone offers you a COVID-19 test in exchange for your Medicare information, run in the other direction.
What are the Signs My Doctor Isn’t that Great?
Finding the doctor that’s right for you, is one of the most important medical decisions you can make.
How Will Long-term Care Be Priced after the Pandemic?
Will COVID-19 make long-term care even more expensive?
What Should I know about Financial Powers of Attorney?
Has a loved one named you their financial power of attorney? Are you ready to take on all the responsibilities that entails? Hopefully, you won’t be called into action anytime soon, but with the coronavirus pandemic continuing, it’s something to think about.
What are the Details of CMS’s New Booklet?
Federal officials have unveiled a new toolkit to help states expand telehealth coverage under Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) to fight the Coronavirus pandemic.
When will Social Security Stimulus Checks Arrive?
Coronavirus stimulus checks are currently being distributed, and millions of Americans are eagerly awaiting their payment. Depending on your income, you could receive up to $1,200 (or $2,400 for married couples filing jointly), plus an additional $500 for each dependent under the age of 17.
What Should I Ask, If My Mom Is in a Quarantined Facility
It can be frustrating and nerve-racking when you can't see a loved one face-to-face — a fact that so many family members with loved ones in assisted living or nursing home facilities are discovering during the coronavirus outbreak. To protect those who are most at risk of complications from the disease caused by the coronavirus, COVID-19, health officials have announced strict rules for some facilities with vulnerable older residents.
How to Talk to a Parent Suffering from Alzheimer’s or Dementia during the Pandemic
We are at a critical time during the COVID-19 pandemic. While everyone is on edge, and being inundated with news headlines and new statistics, one population we should keep top of mind is our older friends and families, especially those with cognitive impairment, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.