The National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC) reports that 90 percent of adults over the age of 65 prefer to stay in their current residence as they age. But 70% of those 65 and older will require some type of long term care. While having a plan in place is always beneficial, you never predict […]
Category Archives: Advocate
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Feb
Feb
Each year, thousands of older Americans fall at home. Many of them are seriously injured, and some become disabled. The latest research shows an estimate of 35.6 million falls each year in those 65 and older, 8.4 million of those fall result in fall-related injuries, and 32,000 deaths. And these numbers are projected to increase […]
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Jan
When caring for an elderly parent or grandparent, it is important to have a plan for when crises hit. Oftentimes, in the sudden event of illness, a fall, or changes in health care needs, the caretaker may find themselves scrambling to put together a plan on the spot. It is easy to miss important details, […]
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Dec
Dec
Smart homes devices have become increasingly more convenient as an option to make life a little easier for elderly adults as they age in place. This is becoming more popular as time progresses and offers features that are not regularly seen in traditional homes that can improve the state of an individual in both physical […]
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Dec
Dec
According to AARP, nearly 90 percent of adults over 65 want to remain in their current homes as they grow older. But, with living independently there are some concerns one’s caretakers may worry about. With Smart Home devices on the rise, there are several that can be beneficial to ease a loved one’s mind. Safety […]
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Oct
Oct
The rise of virtual care during the Covid-19 pandemic has led to several positive outcomes despite the current situation in the world. These outcomes enhance aging in place and protect those most vulnerable, providing opportunities to improve the healthcare experience for aging adults. According to a report by Rock Health, there are several specific areas […]
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Oct
Oct
A recent survey by AARP states that 88% of older adults over the age of 65 years and living in the United States desire to remain living in their homes as long as it is physically possible to do so. Diversified Nurse Consultants believes the benefits of aging in place provide a more attractive alternative […]
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Jun
Jun
For many seniors, the pandemic has been incredibly isolating, stressful, and anxiety-inducing — especially for those with underlying medical conditions such as cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and coronary artery disease (to name a few). And while social distancing certainly protects older adults from the coronavirus, many seniors are instead experiencing pandemic fatigue and […]
Advocate, Caretaker, Health
Number 4 of the Top 10 Reasons You Need a Professional Patient Advocate, Care Manager, Aging Life Care Professional by Your Side…
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Jun
Jun
Number 4 “No One is Coordinating Your Care” segments taken from You Bet Your Life, of the Top 10 Reasons You Need a Professional Patient Advocate by Your Side by Trisha Torrey. “Most of us have experienced the fact that our doctors just don’t communicate with each other. Your cardiologist isn’t talking to your orthopedist, […]
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Jun
Jun
Many of us were completely blindsided by the World Health Organization’s declaration of a global pandemic back in March 2020. And while it has taken some time to acclimate to a world with COVID-19, we’ve risen to the occasion beautifully and have not been afraid to embrace change. Here are just a few of the […]