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Patient Advocacy

— We all know how important healthcare appointments are to our ongoing wellbeing. We also know how hectic the day is for our medical providers; the average amount of time doctors spend with patients is under 19 minutes. So, in this rapid healthcare environment, how can you get the care you need? Two words: patient advocacy. ... Read More

Is Prehabilitation Right for You?

— After surgery or another medical procedure, patients often take part in a rehabilitation program to help them achieve optimal healing and function. Rehab helps them build their muscles, regain function, and cope with the emotional and cognitive aspects of recovery.  But what about before surgery? Experts report that there’s a lot of beneficial preparation patients... Read More

Injured Seniors Need a Geriatrician

— September is Healthy Aging Month—a great time to focus on ways to keep seniors active and engaged! Exercise and getting out and about into the community are so important for senior well-being. But, with physical activity comes a risk of injury from falls and other accidents. And the majority of fall injuries actually take place... Read More

Balance Issues Increase Fall Risk

— September is Falls Prevention Month. Falling is a big senior health issue! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 25% of older adults will fall this year, and many will suffer brain damage, a hip fracture or other broken bone—injuries that can be fatal, or so serious that a senior never recovers... Read More

Hospital Delirium: What Senior Patients and Families Should Know

— A senior goes in for a routine surgery … and afterward, family are dismayed to see that their loved one isn’t themselves at all! Their loved one might be agitated, confused, or barely awake. They might not know where they are, or even recognize family members. Their loved one is most likely experiencing delirium, a... Read More

Style Without Limits: The Rise of Adaptive Fashion

— We have come a long way in recognizing the needs and rights of Americans with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act, passed in July of 1990, enshrined into law that equal access for people with disabilities is a matter of civil rights. With one in four people in the United States having a disability, more... Read More

Why Music Belongs in Every Healthy Aging Plan

— Music has been described by both scholars and artists as the universal language of humanity. Music is therapeutic, especially when it comes to healthy aging. As research continues to unveil the relationship between music and our minds, it becomes increasingly evident that embracing musical moments is good for our health.  Music and brain health  Studies... Read More

Checking in on LGBTQ Seniors With Dementia

— This month, we celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month. This recognition takes place in June to mark the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, an event that is symbolic of the ongoing battle for LGBTQ rights. This year, as we celebrate the 56th anniversary of that historic event, many members of... Read More

Don’t Forget Your Digital Assets in Your Estate Plan

— In today’s digital age, our lives are increasingly intertwined with online content, subscriptions, and memberships. From cherished family photos stored in the cloud to active social media accounts and streaming subscriptions, digital assets are valuable and require thoughtful planning. This is a personal planning question previous generations didn’t have to worry about: What will happen... Read More
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