What is short-term rehabilitation?
By Angela Penny
Short-term rehabilitation facilities provide therapy for individuals recovering from a surgery, illness or accident. Generally, those needing short-term, in-patient rehabilitation may remain...
Communicating end-of-life wishes with an advance directive
By Judith Boyko
Imagine this: You have a terminal condition. You are deteriorating and slip into a coma. Another scenario: You are in a major...
Dementia and paradoxical behaviors
By Micha Shalev
More than 50 percent of people with dementia experience behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). BPSD are distressing for individuals and...
Learning about the benefits of vitamin D as we age
By Jeannette Sheehan
Our bodies do some incredible things. One thing you might not be aware of is the ability of our body to convert...
How to avoid caregiver burnout
By Judith Boyko
As Americans live longer and remain independent in their homes, responsibilities for caring for them fall on family members and friends. According...
Verbal communication with Alzheimer’s sufferers
By Micha Shalev
As the Alzheimer’s disease progresses, the person with Alzheimer’s disease may develop problems in expressing what he is thinking, his needs or...
Common mistakes people make when selecting a long term care facility for a loved...
By Micha Shalev, MHA CDP CDCM
Part two of two. Part one was in the October issue of the Fifty Plus Advocate and can also...
Medication safety: How to avoid bad reactions
By Jeannette Sheehan
Medications can have so many rewarding benefits to our bodies. There are pills to relieve everything from head pain to stomach aches....
Practical guide for caregivers helps avoid medication errors
By Micha Shalev
During an episode of illness, older patients may receive care in multiple settings, putting them at risk for fragmented care and poorly-executed...
Simple household products provide low-cost solutions
By Brenda Diaz
Have you ever loaded your laundry machine, only to find you have run out of fabric softener? Some grocery list staples may...
