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PERSONAL GOALS & WISHES OF AN AGING LOVED ONE
Personal Goals & Wishes Of An Aging Loved One
Whether it is to remain independent, volunteer, or give to charity, it is vital that we incorporate the caregivers for seniors Houston and wishes of an aging loved one.
Start by asking your loved ones which of these is important to them and spend some time elaborating and getting ...
Having “THE TALK” With Mom Or Dad
Having THE TALK with Mom or Dad
In many cases, our loved ones age quite gracefully and are able to remain with complete independence at quite an advanced age. In other circumstances, limitations may set in earlier. Regardless, it is recommended that family members initiate discussions with an elderly or disabled loved one to be sure ...
Social Security: What Should You Do at Age 62?
What Should You Do at Age 62?
Is 62 your lucky number? If you're eligible, that's the earliest age you can start receiving Social Security retirement benefits. If you decide to start collecting benefits before your full retirement age, you'll have company. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), approximately 74% of Americans elect to receive ...
KNOWING YOUR MEDICARE OPTIONS
There are generally two options to access Medicare Options in Texas: 1) Original Medicare and 2) Medicare Advantage Plans (MAPD). There are, however, options within those options; knowledge of those options and the needs of each individual are critical to making an informed decision.
Original Medicare Options
Original Medicare consists of Part A (hospitalization) and Part B ...
Out of Hospital Do Not Resuscitate Order (OOH DNR) (Texas)
What is an OOH DNR?
In Texas, the Out of Hospital Do-Not-Resuscitate program allows people to decide that they do not want to be resuscitated. The program allows people to declare that certain resuscitative measures will not be used on them. Per the state, those resuscitative measures specifically listed in the OOH DNR legislation are cardiopulmonary ...
What problems do FAMILY caregivers face when taking care of a loved one?
Family caregivers have arguably one of the toughest jobs, a job which often might turn out to be thankless. Majority of family caregivers do not receive any form of compensation for their services and have to put up with a lot of sacrifices in terms of their personal space, time and even livelihood. Here are ...
Long Term Acute Care Hospital (LTAC)
What is Long Term Acute Care?
A long term acute care facility is a specialty-care hospital, which is designed for patients with serious medical problems requiring intense, special treatment for an extended period of time usually 20 to 30 days.
LTACs offer more individualized and resource-intensive care than a skilled nursing facility, nursing home or acute rehabilitation ...
Assisted Living Facility and Personal Home Care features and differences
When it comes to elderly care, Assisted Living and Personal Home Care are used interchangeably. While the primary motive and the basic tenets of the two services are the same, there are some crucial differences that set these two services apart. Depending on the individual requirement of an older adult, one can choose between either ...
Long Term Care Insurance (LTC)
What is Long Term Care?
Long Term Care is an insurance that helps to cover the cost of long-term care beyond a predetermined period. It usually covers care for an individual what regular health insurance, Medicare or Medicaid do not cover. LTC takes effect when you are unable to perform the basic tasks of activities of ...
5 Meaningful Activities for Loved Ones as a Family Caregiver
Family Caregiver
As a family caregiver, it is imperative that you plan enough meaningful activities for the loved ones that you are responsible for. Without proper and enough activities, loved ones in care might not get enough exercise and might withdraw within themselves, which isn't good for their mental or physical health. Some of the meaningful ...
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