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Medicare May Cover the Cost of Home Care Following Hospitalization

by Randall J. Ryder June 28, 2011
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Over the past several months, the editors of Elder Parent Help have received a number of communications from family members of elderly adults are about to be released from a hospital where they have undergone surgery and are now in need of home care as they recuperate. The inquiries we have received are directed at [...]

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Alzheimer’s Disease Can Develop at an Early Age

by Randall J. Ryder June 23, 2011
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When most people hear the term “Alzheimer’s” they think of seniors and people over the age of 60. It turns out, however, that Alzheimer’s can develop earlier. Although there is still no cure for Alzheimer’s, an early diagnosis can be extremely helpful. With that in mind, here are some symptoms to watch for. Recommend on [...]

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Using Craigslist to Find Caretakers

by Randall P Ryder June 17, 2011
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Making the decision to hire a caretaker to help with an elder parent can be a a difficult process. Once the decision has been made, however, finding and selecting a caretaker can be an even more difficult process. With increasingly frequency, individuals are turning to Craigslist to hire a caretaker. If you go that route, [...]

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New Definitions for Stages of Alzheimer’s

by Randall J. Ryder April 21, 2011
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The occurrence of Alzheimer’s is about to increase dramatically as the wave of baby boomers enters the retirement years. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 10 million baby boomers will suffer this terminal disease that has no cure or treatment to slow its progression. Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this [...]

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Time for Cooperative Housing?

by Randall J. Ryder March 31, 2011
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There are a variety of living options for elder adults depending on their health, age. Lifestyle, and income. At one end of the spectrum, individuals may wish to maintain their home residence and modify the home or acquire additional services as they age. On the other end of the spectrum are retirement living communities that [...]

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States Reduce Medicaid for Elderly

by Randall J. Ryder March 20, 2011
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Medicaid is funded by the state and federal governments which provides health care assistance to millions of elderly citizens. For many elders, that funding is critical to paying health care costs. Several states, in order to address what are stated as budget shortfalls, are proposing to cut Medicaid funding. Given the oncoming silver tsunami, these [...]

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