Healthy Aging Starts Now: 5 Age Health Considerations
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Healthy Aging Starts Now: 5 Age Health Considerations

Healthy Aging, Aging

Healthy Aging Starts Now: 5 Age Health Considerations

As our aging population continues to grow and older adults live longer, healthy aging has never been more critical. Age health consists of various factors, including developing healthy routines, following preventative measures, and addressing well-being from a holistic perspective. While individual journeys differ, there’s one similarity for all. It’s never too early or too soon to start planting the seed for a healthy future. So whether you’re well into your golden years, approaching retirement age, caring for an aging relative, or interested in planning for your future, here are five healthy aging considerations. Preventative Healthcare One of the pillars of [...]

Kaitlyn Joffey2024-07-23T10:45:23-04:00June 20, 2024|

The Advantages and Disadvantages of AI in Elder Care
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The Advantages and Disadvantages of AI in Elder Care

Health Law, Aging

The Advantages and Disadvantages of AI in Elder Care

AI in elder care is poised to revolutionize healthcare facilities by delivering personalized and timely medical assistance. From monitoring vital signs to administering medication reminders, AI-powered systems ensure seniors receive the attention they need promptly, significantly reducing the risk of medical emergencies. Emerging AI models can even identify medical conditions before symptoms appear. However, there can be disadvantages, too. 1. Enhanced Healthcare Services AI in elder care can revolutionize healthcare facilities by providing personalized and timely medical assistance. From monitoring vital signs to administering medication reminders, AI-powered systems can ensure that seniors receive the attention they need promptly, reducing the [...]

Bryan Adler2024-06-24T08:53:16-04:00April 25, 2024|

Alternatives to Nursing Homes
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Alternatives to Nursing Homes

Assisted Living, Aging

Alternatives to Nursing Homes

For many families, placing a loved one into a nursing home facility can be a daunting and emotional decision. Fortunately, the spectrum of care has expanded, offering several alternatives to nursing homes that better suit older adults' and their families' needs and preferences. From adult daycare to innovative AgeTech solutions, the landscape of elder care has evolved to provide personalized, quality care. Adult Daycare Adult daycare is an excellent option for families who need support but wish to keep their loved ones at home. These centers provide socialization, activities, meals, and sometimes health services during the day, allowing caregivers to [...]

Rothkoff Law Group2024-04-10T14:12:05-04:00April 11, 2024|

Colombia Is Calling – Will We Answer?
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Colombia Is Calling – Will We Answer?

Around the Office, Aging

Colombia Is Calling – Will We Answer?

Recently, Bryan Adler and I traveled to Colombia for a week-long trip as part of an elder law delegation from the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), learning about the delivery of legal and social services to older adults in Colombia. Colombia is a fascinating, beautiful place. The people are warm and welcoming. Nursing homes generally do not exist. Virtually all take care of their loved ones at home. Walking multiple dogs at a time in Bogota seems to be a thing. I have no idea how the dogs are so well-behaved. There are still serious issues with the [...]

Jerold Rothkoff2024-03-29T20:59:04-04:00April 1, 2024|

The Importance of Crisis Planning for Seniors
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The Importance of Crisis Planning for Seniors

Aging, Estate Planning

The Importance of Crisis Planning for Seniors

Benjamin Franklin once said, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” Oftentimes, families contact our office for crisis planning for seniors in their lives, struggling to manage the needs of their loved ones, while caught up in the emotions and stress that comes along with navigating a challenging situation. When in this heightened state of desperation, crisis planning for seniors makes it difficult for families to find appropriate and reliable long-term care options for their loved ones. Our team of care coordinators, including social workers, support our clients through these trying times, helping them access the best care [...]

Kathleen Magee2024-03-20T15:52:52-04:00March 21, 2024|

Smart Home Devices for Seniors Aging in Place
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Smart Home Devices for Seniors Aging in Place

Healthy Aging, Aging

Smart Home Devices for Seniors Aging in Place

Smart home devices for seniors are changing how people age in place. Style, convenience, aesthetics, and comfort have long been the primary concerns of the home setup. However, for seniors, successful aging in place also requires a well-implemented plan for home safety. The good news is, with so many advances in smart home devices for seniors, implementing home safety for seniors no longer means compromising style, budget, or comfort. Furthermore, using technology to optimize home safety and function to age in place is often inexpensive and does not require permanent changes to the structure or aesthetics of the home. The [...]

Charlinda Diaz2024-03-08T10:44:03-05:00March 7, 2024|

Unsupported Seniors: Challenges and Solutions
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Unsupported Seniors: Challenges and Solutions

Aging

Unsupported Seniors: Challenges and Solutions

With an aging population and changes in family structures, many seniors are finding themselves without the necessary support to navigate the complexities of senior living, called unsupported seniors or solo agers. The challenges unsupported seniors face include financial struggles, healthcare hurdles, emotional isolation, and more. Understanding the Challenges of Unsupported Seniors As people age, the support system they once relied upon might dwindle due to various reasons such as family relocation, the passing of a spouse, or changing social dynamics. Unsupported seniors often grapple with various challenges, from finance to healthcare and even isolation from living alone. Let’s go a [...]

Rothkoff Law Group2024-03-08T10:40:18-05:00February 22, 2024|

Involuntary Nursing Home Discharge: “We Have No Long-Term Care Beds”
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Involuntary Nursing Home Discharge: “We Have No Long-Term Care Beds”

Assisted Living, Aging

Involuntary Nursing Home Discharge: “We Have No Long-Term Care Beds”

I recently met with a family regarding their ailing father and a potential involuntary nursing home discharge. Their father fell in his home and was subsequently hospitalized. He then transitioned from the hospital to a local nursing home for rehabilitation covered by Medicare. The amount Medicare pays a nursing home for a resident undergoing short-term rehabilitation is significantly higher than what the nursing home would receive via Medicaid. However, Medicare will only pay for a maximum of 100 days if the resident needs skilled care. The 100 days is by no means guaranteed. With this client, the nursing home discharge [...]

Bryan Adler2024-03-08T11:18:32-05:00January 25, 2024|

6 Steps to Establishing a Sustainable Exercise Routine
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6 Steps to Establishing a Sustainable Exercise Routine

Aging, Healthy Aging

6 Steps to Establishing a Sustainable Exercise Routine

If you've recently met with a healthcare professional, you've likely been reminded of the benefits of healthy habits, such as balanced nutrition and a sustainable exercise routine. However, knowledge alone doesn't translate to healthy habit formation. So, it's not surprising that many people need more support than a verbal reminder to "move more" or "start exercising." A sustainable exercise routine should be individualized since each person has preferences, needs, interests, and health considerations that all play a role. Here are six ways to help establish an exercise routine and adopt a sustainable, healthy lifestyle. Six Ways To Start A Sustainable [...]

Kaitlyn Joffey2024-03-08T10:49:53-05:00December 7, 2023|

Exercise for Seniors: How to Maximize Active Aging
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Exercise for Seniors: How to Maximize Active Aging

Aging, Healthy Aging

Exercise for Seniors: How to Maximize Active Aging

We know that exercise for seniors is important. We know that exercise is especially important as someone reaches their golden years, yet older adults remain the most sedentary group overall. So, where’s the disconnect? Is it the lack of knowledge about exercise? No, probably not. Is it that older adults can’t exercise? No, absolutely not. So, it likely has more to do with knowing what to do and how to do it. Active aging requires the combination of both regular structured exercise programs and being physically active as much as possible. And the truth is, being active is easier than [...]

Kaitlyn Joffey2024-03-08T10:50:14-05:00November 22, 2023|