We all know regular exercise is beneficial for overall health and living longer. Did you also know regular physical activity can boost memory and thinking skills? Several studies have indicated parts of the brain that control thinking and memory are larger in volume in people who exercise than in people who don’t. Studies have also […]
adults caring for adults
Post Hospital Care
We may find ourselves, as caregivers, needing to find an out-of-home placement for our loved one following a hospital stay. We need to know how Medicare covers this skilled care or long-term (custodial) care depending on the need. Medicare does cover 100 days of skilled care if every day is medically necessary. Rarely do skilled […]
Thoughts on caregiving
The learning curve for a caregiver doesn’t mean pursuing perfect. In fact, I’m not even sure that perfect and caregiving can be used in the same sentence! As a caregiver, we learn early that growth in knowledge and ability usually comes with bumps and even road blocks. It’s easy to get discouraged when things don’t […]
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