The most modified room in the house is also the one that insurance will help with the least, or not at all. I am talking of course about the bathroom. There are so many aids available that go unrecognized or unnoticed for a variety of reasons. One, of course, is the idea that “one does […]
Medicare, Authorizations and PHI (privileged health information)
One of the most frustrating elements a caregiver deals with is all the health privacy requirements. We frequently are unable to talk to providers and purchase services for our loved ones without a clear legal permission document of some sort. In some cases, a POA (power-of-attorney for healthcare) will be adequate. Medicare also has a […]
Are These Bad Habits Draining Your Energy
Habit 1 – Not allowing “wind down time” before sleep When you don’t get a good night’s sleep, you feel completely drained of energy the next day, making it hard to focus and be productive. Sometimes the “no sleep” is related to our person’s sleep and we’ll talk about that elsewhere. But let’s assume that […]
Benefits of Dark Chocolate
Chocolate is one of the most popular foods around the world. It’s appeal is universal. Did you know chocolate is also a “health food?” Dark high quality chocolate has several health benefits that make it a perfect snack. And that is why there’s always a bag of dark chocolate in my cupboard! Obviously, over-consumption of […]
Cat Naps for Self Care
It is true that taking naps in the middle of the day can negatively affect your sleep, and when you don’t get good sleep at night, your energy is depleted the next day. This vicious cycle can be avoided by switching to micro naps, which are much shorter and won’t give you all that grogginess […]
Healthy Foods For Increased Energy
Are you ready to eat a healthy, balanced diet while also increasing your energy? One of the best things you can do to boost your energy and have increased stamina is by adjusting your diet. There are a wide range of options that are considered natural and healthy energy boosters. Good nutrition is essential for […]