Know Your Rights! - The Low-Down on Medicare's Coverage of Hospital Stays
By Shannon Martin - June 18, 2012 11:45 AM
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The Medicare program consists of a variety of parts, covering different services such as medications, hospitalizations and tests. Medicare Part A generally covers hospital stays and inpatient rehabilitation...
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What You Don't Know About Medicare Could Be Costing You!
By Shannon Martin - October 26, 2011 10:50 AM
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October 15, 2011 through December 7, 2011 is this year’s Medicare Open Enrollment period. During this time, Medicare recipients can switch Medicare Part D programs (prescription drug coverage) or enroll...
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Hospice or Palliative Care? : Choosing a Care Plan for Seniors
By Chris Cooper - October 19, 2011 10:40 AM
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In the United States, hospice and palliative care represent two different aspects of care with a similar philosophy but different payment systems and location of services. Palliative care services are...
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Avoiding Another Katrina: Minimize Risk for Elders in Natural Disasters
By Shannon Martin - June 20, 2011 12:22 PM
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If you care for an elderly loved one, it is vital to plan for emergencies. This article covers some important pointers for preparing for hurricane season, much of which applies to a variety of types...
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I Feel So Unecessary- " I Feel This Bad"
By Lisa DuVal - June 05, 2011 03:57 AM
My brother: " I have a list of all that's wrong with me... high blood
pressure, back spasms, I have a headache behind my eyes, I have..."
Cille: " I can't walk, I can't see..
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Does Medicare Cover Home Health Care?
By Shannon Martin - May 18, 2011 11:57 AM
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Nothing is more discomforting than not knowing if you or a loved one will receive the adequate care for a full and safe recovery after hospitalization. Neither Medicare nor traditional medical insurance...
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Older Americans Month: Living Healthy Lives with Medicare Preventative Coverage
By Shannon Martin - May 10, 2011 10:59 AM
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May is Older Americans Month and the theme for 2011 is “Connecting the Community”, a tribute to all that older Americans do to enrich our community. This year also focuses on the technologies and supportive...
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testing this
By Patricia Kirkpatrick - May 04, 2011 09:09 AM
Talked with Aunt D last night.
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Blessing in Disguise : How Senior Centers Can Help Caregivers & Seniors
By Rita Dichele - November 22, 2010 12:53 PM
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The senior center is a community program that is made available to individuals age 60 and older and those who are disabled. Typically, communities have a designated space to accommodate a senior center...
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