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Coverage for a stair lift

Does Medicare cover stair lifts?

April 1, 2021

A home stair lift can transform daily living for you or a loved one. As you consider getting one, you’ll want to plan for the

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An elderly woman stands in her backyard

How to plan for aging solo as a childless adult

March 8, 2021

Many believe that childless – or childfree – adults are lonelier, less happy and unsupported in their senior years. But nothing could be further from

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A caregiver strolls outside with a hospice patient

How long do people stay in hospice care?

March 8, 2021

Hospice care is a key part of your loved one’s well-being during his/her final months of life. Given that patients have only months left to

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A bathtub

What is the Cost of Installing a Walk-In Tub?

March 8, 2021

For those elderly with mobility issues, a great feature that can make life easier is a walk-in tub. Walk-in tubs are installed in an alcove

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a silver medical alert bracelet

What to Put on a Medical Alert Bracelet: A Comprehensive Guide

March 6, 2021

As we age, we become more susceptible to injury, illness, and emergencies. As unfortunate a reality as this is, there are ways to combat it

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Elderly person holding a cup

Does Medicare Cover Hospice?

February 25, 2021

Whether you are a senior or a caregiver, understanding hospice, the costs associated with it and what your insurance covers is extremely important. As seniors

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A smartwatch gives off vibes of love

Top wearables for seniors

February 22, 2021

Wearables aren’t just for young folks. In fact, seniors can benefit from using wearables to track their health and location, as well as get help

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A senior woman looks at her options on an ipad

How to pay for assisted living

January 28, 2021

Assisted living may be an excellent option for you or a loved one. You may have chosen this senior housing option to maintain your independence

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A veteran and his spouse eat breakfast

A Guide to Veteran Benefits for Senior Living

January 28, 2021

Here at MyCaringPlan, we get a lot of questions from senior veterans looking for long-term care facilities. Often they ask us, “I’m a veteran, can

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A patient and family member hold hands

Understanding Kennedy ulcers in seniors

January 16, 2021

The sudden development of a Kennedy ulcer may be alarming to family, but it’s a common symptom of end of life. Your loved one may

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A senior woman clasps her hands

Is mottled skin normal for seniors?

January 16, 2021

Mottled skin can be a source of confusion for seniors and their families. However, it’s a common occurrence during end of life. Let’s go over

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An elderly man stays hydrated

Red flags of dehydration in the elderly

January 16, 2021

Staying hydrated is important for people of all ages, but seniors are especially vulnerable to dehydration and its effects. Seniors already have a lower volume

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A senior woman spends time with her granddaughter

Independent Living vs. Assisted Living

January 16, 2021

Senior housing can be a tough choice. You’ll want to find the best fit for your current and future needs. In particular, the difference between

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Bottles of medication

Hospice Comfort Kits

January 11, 2021

When your loved one nears the end of their life, your family will most likely get a hospice team involved in their care. This team

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A senior woman pets her dog

20+ Best Dogs for Seniors

January 7, 2021

To combat senior loneliness, advocates suggest a wide range of measures to build a sense of community for seniors. In addition to strengthening relationships with

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A chic granny pod

Granny Pods 101: All About Senior Care Cottages

January 7, 2021

Curious about granny pods? You’re not alone. Granny pods are becoming a popular option for seniors looking for independent housing near family. While the name

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A senior couple sits on a bench

Defining Continuing‌ ‌Care‌ ‌Retirement‌ ‌Communities‌ (CCRCs)

January 7, 2021

Today seniors are searching for alternatives to age with dignity and live in housing that meets their unique needs. A range of senior housing options

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What Is a Geriatric Care Manager?

January 4, 2021

A professional’s opinion can be immensely helpful when dealing with a number of situations. Sometimes, identifying the tasks that your elderly loved one needs assistance

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An insurance policy with stethoscope

Long-term care insurance: pros and cons

December 29, 2020

You may have heard of life insurance, but what about long-term care insurance? These days, with Americans living longer than ever before, long-term care insurance

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An elderly couple sits on a bench

6 Alternatives to Nursing Homes

December 29, 2020

Senior living options come in many shapes and sizes. As you look into alternatives to nursing homes for you or a loved one, it’s important

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A terminal patient rests in bed

Understanding Terminal Lucidity

December 29, 2020

Terminal lucidity may bewilder loved ones, but it’s a widely reported phenomenon. In essence, it’s a moment of mental (and sometimes spiritual) clarity that some

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A caregiving interview between two women

50+ key elderly caregiver interview questions

December 29, 2020

Hiring an elderly caregiver is an important decision. Specifically, getting the right caregiver for your loved one is a big part of ensuring high-quality care.

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Caring Hands

What Is a Convalescent Home?

December 29, 2020

A convalescent home is a facility tailored to fit the needs of those elderly who are recovering from an illness or operation. These homes offer

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A medical display of the brain.

All about the SAGE test and dementia red flags

December 21, 2020

Identifying early signs of dementia can be tricky and seniors are often resistant to visiting a doctor. Yet to help bridge the gap, there’s a

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An elderly man holds a therapy ball

What is a geriatric doctor?

December 21, 2020

Seniors have unique health needs. They may be suffering from multiple health conditions, taking a number of medications and feeling uncertain about how to improve

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An elderly woman sits outside

How to deal with irrational elderly parents

December 21, 2020

It’s never easy to care for elderly parents. Yet, when elderly parents are hurtful with their words or seemingly irrational with their actions, it can

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Bathtub

Best Grab Bars for the Elderly

December 13, 2020

If you are caring for an elderly loved one, worrying about their safety can be all-consuming. There are different adjustments that have to be made

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Chair with a blanket

Chair Yoga for Seniors

December 9, 2020

Do you have a loved one who struggles with physical movement? Are you trying to get your elderly parents to exercise more? As people get

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Elderly Safety at Home

December 9, 2020

A home is a place where one should feel safe and at ease. Maintaining this environment becomes increasingly difficult as we get older. Places that

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A person does tai chi outdoors

Tai Chi: How ‘Moving Meditation’ can Benefit Seniors

November 23, 2020

Getting good exercise as a senior can be challenging. Certain physical conditions may mean that past sports or activities are now off-limits. As seniors age,

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Hospital bed for home: a hospital bed set up in a home

How to Find The Best Hospital Bed for Home: A Comprehensive Guide

November 23, 2020

A hospital bed for home, believe it or not, could be a great tool to bring care and relaxation for your senior. These beds aren’t

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Ambulance activated by medical alert system

A Complete Guide to Medical Alert Systems

November 18, 2020

Aging is the natural progression of life that very slowly but gradually affects a person’s physical and mental processes. Although recent developments in the field

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LGBT flag

LGBT Senior Guide: Key Considerations and Resources

November 12, 2020

By 2030, there will be 7 million LGBT seniors over the age of fifty in the U.S. Yet, services catered to the needs and challenges

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A senior woman overlooks her front yard.

Benefits for Seniors with Disabilities

November 4, 2020

Oftentimes seniors with disabilities qualify for health and financial assistance programs, but don’t know about them. Or they’re not sure about the eligibility requirements and

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Preparing a Mechanical Soft Diet

November 2, 2020

As a caregiver, you may have been told that your loved one needs a mechanical soft diet. This type of diet can be a bit

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Use of the Palliative Performance Scale (PPS)

October 27, 2020

Introduction If you have a loved one who is suffering from a terminal disease or chronic condition, having accurate prognostic information about disease progression is

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Disability sign

How to Qualify for Disability

October 26, 2020

For those of us navigating benefits programs and what our loved ones can qualify for, the entire process can seem confusing and unnecessarily stressful. Understanding

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Female Companion with Elderly Senior

What is Companion Care for the Elderly?

October 13, 2020

A growing number of seniors are healthy enough to live at home but need help with day to day tasks such as taking medication or

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A nurse holds a dish with a variety of pills.

Medication Management

October 13, 2020

Medication management (also known as medicine management) must be done right. With 350,000 people hospitalized per year because of adverse drug events (via CDC), it’s

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A senior veteran salutes others.

The Ultimate Guide to Senior Veterans Benefits

October 13, 2020

Veterans benefits can be a source of confusion and frustration for military families. This typically occurs because senior veterans don’t know their rights or don’t

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Concierge Medicine for Seniors

October 12, 2020

Concierge Medicine Seniors making frequent visits to their primary care physician for chronic conditions associated with aging might want to consider the medical model called

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Senior man performing IADL

A Caregiver’s Guide to ADLs and IADLs

October 12, 2020

As a family caregiver, your awareness of your loved one’s ability to care for him or herself is crucial to your role. You need to

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FAST scale dementia patient

A Caregiver’s Guide to the FAST Scale

October 4, 2020

If your loved one has recently received a dementia diagnosis, you may be searching for ways to understand more about their condition and its progression.

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A caregiver comforts a terminally ill person

A Thorough Guide to Terminal Agitation

September 20, 2020

As loved ones near the end of their life, families, and caregivers may be surprised by a change in their overall demeanor and personality. Terminal

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Death doula hands with caregiver

Death Doulas: A Caregiver’s Guide

September 11, 2020

End of life doulas, commonly known as death doulas or death midwives, guide patients and their families through the dying process. This person is not medically trained but

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Caregiver holding hands with hospice patient

When to Call Hospice?

September 8, 2020

Hospice is a really tough decision for any caregiver or family to make. It’s important to make sure you have all the information before making

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Elderly man with dementia

Activities for Dementia Patients

September 7, 2020

Sometimes, it might feel impossible to understand how to engage with or help someone with dementia. Providing dementia patients activities is a great small way to

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Burned out woman looking off a deck

Caregiver Burnout: How to Take Care of Yourself

September 7, 2020

What to do when compassion becomes too heavy? Caregiver burnout is one of the first things to look out for. Some would say that a

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