Alternative Approaches to Care
Medicare covers hospice care in a nursing home for eligible individuals who choose comfort-focused care over curative treatment. While hospice services are covered, room and board costs are typically not unless the patient is in a Medicare-approved facility.
Healthy Aging
Emotional trauma can deeply impact the brain, sometimes causing memory loss. Known as dissociative amnesia, it’s a protective response to overwhelming events. Learn how trauma affects memory, signs to watch for, and ways to support healing and recovery.
Financial
What is Medicaid? Medicaid is a government health insurance program designed to provide medical and related services to individuals and families who have limited income and resources. It is jointly funded by U.S. state governments and the federal government, and is administered at the state level. The program is
Behavior Modification
This guide is aimed at providing an overview of visual hallucinations and the underlying causes, as well as the most common types of visual hallucinations, the associated risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, and coping techniques.
Aging In Place
Caregivers form the single largest pillar of the long term care industry. Affordable respite care is hard to come by. The average caregiving journey lasts 6-8 years with financial consequences that can be devastating. Ways exist to receive payment for caring for a family member.
End of Life Issues
Death is an experience that everyone will face at some point in their lives. It can be a difficult and emotionally draining process for those involved, both the person facing death as well as those close to them. Knowing the signs of end of life is important for both medical
Alternative Approaches to Care
Did you know that depression and dementia often go hand in hand, affecting millions of individuals worldwide? Understanding the connection between these two conditions is crucial for improving the quality of life for both dementia patients and their caregivers
Aging In Place
The biggest disadvantage of Medicare Advantage programs is the limited provider networks, which can restrict access to preferred doctors or specialists. These plans may also require prior authorizations and have varying out-of-pocket costs depending on services.
Types of Dementia
Understanding dementia is key to recognizing its types, causes & risk factors. Symptoms of dementia include memory loss, cognitive decline and behavioral changes.
End of Life Issues
Hospice care is a special kind of medical and emotional care for people who are facing a terminal illness. It helps people live as comfortably and as fully as possible during the last phases of life. People who receive hospice care, as well as their loved ones, benefit from the
Alternative Approaches to Care
Medicaid Coverage for Hospice in a Skilled Nursing Facility Deciding to use hospice care in a skilled nursing facility can be a difficult yet important decision for those requiring end-of-life care or long-term care. The purpose of this guide is to provide information on the eligibility requirements, services covered, and
Memory Problems Or Mild Cognitive Deficits
PTSD can lead to memory loss, especially regarding traumatic events. This can manifest as difficulty recalling specific details or entire events, impacting daily life. Learn how PTSD affects memory, why this occurs, and ways to improve memory function in individuals dealing with PTSD.