How to Tell Your Senior Parent It’s Time to Stop Driving
If you’re struggling to figure out how to break the news to mom, dad, or Grandma that they shouldn’t be driving anymore, you’re not alone. In 2013, Pfizer conducted a study with Generations United as part of their Get Old wellness campaign and determined that “the hardest conversation to have with elderly parents is telling them
Medicare’s Limited Nursing Home Coverage
Many people believe that Medicare covers nursing home stays. In fact, Medicare's coverage of nursing home care is quite limited. Medicare covers up to 100 days of "skilled nursing care" per illness, but there are a number of requirements that must be met before the nursing home stay will be covered. The result of these
Finding Your Perfect Geriatrician: The Ins and Outs of Senior Healthcare Providers
A patient might see the same doctor for decades as people feel comfortable and loyal to their physicians. But as we age, our needs change and considering a geriatrician can become a pressing need. Just like there are pediatricians for babies and children who are specifically trained to check on a young growing body, there