For older adults who live alone, managing a major health diagnosis like Parkinson’s disease (PD) presents unique challenges. PD is a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects movement, but it can also impair cognition. An older adult or elder,...

Depending on the health of the senior, and whether their urinary tract infections are considered “recurring,” antibiotics are typically the first course of action by doctors. However, even with the presence of bacteria in the urine, antibiotics may not...

Men and women older than 65 are at greater risk for UTIs, with those over 85 at an even greater risk. Seniors tend to have weaker immune systems. This can result in problems emptying their bladder completely. Which,...

The Center for Medicare and Medicaid is tightening service availability for thousands of seniors. CMS will be cutting Medicaid funding for some non-medical in-homecare services. In a significant policy shift, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced...

UTIs can be diagnosed with an over the counter test, though making a doctor’s appointment is the best way to be tested. UTIs should be treated by your doctor. And, there are lifestyle changes which will help,...

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the most common type of bacterial infection in older adults. Seniors often experience different UTI symptoms than younger or middle-aged adults. It’s important for family caregivers to understand how UTIs affect the elderly, how...

The Aid & Attendance veterans pension and is available to veterans who were enlisted during a period of U.S. declared war, as well as to the single surviving spouses of these veterans. This money can be used to pay just...

There are actually four different application categories for Aid & Attendance. Dependent on veteran and marital status, the highest benefit could pay as much as $2,700/month for two married veterans in a qualifying veteran household. The high cost...

We continue with part 5 of our series on "myths and misconceptions" concerning the Aid & Attendance pension benefit. To receive the financial benefits, a veteran must have served on active duty during a period of war and received an...

In Part 4 of this series, we continue to identify and dismiss many of the myths and misconceptions concerning the Aid & Attendance pension benefit, the application process, and the subsequent proper use of benefit funds. ************************************************************************************ Myth # 7: ...