Wellness Programs for Seniors

Wellness programs for seniors are highly beneficial—but what do they encompass? What does “wellness” cover? “Wellness” is a broad term used in various ways, from healthcare to the workplace and everywhere. For instance, primary care annual appointments typically include wellness services, such as health screenings, risk assessments, and routine blood work. In the workplace, employers may offer wellness programs, promote stress reduction, fitness memberships, nutritional education, or healthy living. Other health professionals also offer wellness services aside from those found within medical practices or employ organizations, such as health spas or fitness centers. Regardless of the setting, these services have [...]

2024-03-08T10:50:22-05:00November 16, 2023|

Physical Therapy for Seniors: How It Can Help

Physical therapy for seniors: what is it and how can it help? Suppose you have ever had an injury, pain, recurrent falls, or changes to your walking or otherwise daily mobility. In that case, you’ve likely heard of physical therapy or have been a patient yourself. Physical therapy for seniors is a form of healthcare that combines prescribed exercise, therapeutic activities, functional mobility, patient education, and rehabilitation to help heal and restore everyday function. Physical therapists are movement experts in rehabilitative and preventative care, working to improve one’s quality of life. As of 2016, a Doctorate of Physical Therapy is [...]

2024-03-08T10:55:15-05:00October 11, 2023|

The Importance of Seniors and Technology

The relationship between seniors and technology is often overlooked or misunderstood. Many seniors may feel overwhelmed or disconnected from the modern digital landscape. However, embracing technology can enhance the overall quality of life for seniors, offering opportunities for communication, safety, and convenience. The connection between seniors and technology is not only vital but can be enriching and empowering. Here's an overview of why seniors should not be afraid of technology and how caregivers can provide education and access to tools like cell phones, medicine reminders on digital calendars, and more. Breaking the Barrier For many seniors, technology might seem intimidating [...]

2024-03-08T10:56:36-05:00September 29, 2023|

Preventing Falls: Tips on Caring for Aging Loved Ones

September marks fall prevention month, and preventing falls among our elderly remains a concern all year round. Research shows that more than one out of four Americans over the age of 65 falls each year. Additionally, falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries for older adults. In preventing falls, our care coordination team, with our home-modification specialist and trained occupational therapist's support, regularly assesses our clients’ environments and encourages regular communication with their physicians and treatment teams about any potential concerns. It is beneficial to have a candid conversation with your loved one’s doctor about any [...]

2024-03-08T10:56:50-05:00September 21, 2023|

Home Care Plays a Pivotal Role in the Healthcare Continuum

The home care industry is a sector of the healthcare continuum poised for continuous growth due to many factors but largely driven by a burgeoning aging population seeking to “age in place.” People seeking care at home are usually doing so for the first time, unaware of the scope of services, cost, insurance coverage, and the interaction of home care providers with others in the healthcare continuum. This article identifies those critical interactions. Home Healthcare Providers Medical home healthcare providers offer nursing, therapies, and other clinical sub-specialties. These services are covered (with limits) by Medicare and other health insurance. Home [...]

2024-03-08T11:25:51-05:00August 16, 2022|

ElliQ, Technology, and Long-Term Care

What is ElliQ, and how does it intersect with innovations in AgeTech or elder care technology? Before we dive in, let’s take a quick look at a few statistics that underscore the need for these new advances in tech. By 2021, 20% of the United States population will be over the age of 65, 87% of which wish to age in their homes. Along those lines, care costs continue increasing at a rapid rate. For example, assisted living costs have increased a staggering 68% since 2004. Many senior care advocates and experts suggest that a key component of reducing care [...]

2024-03-08T11:26:14-05:00August 9, 2022|

What Is an Adult Day Care Center and Is It Right for You or Your Loved One?

In 2016, there were about 4,600 adult day care centers with more than 286,000 participants, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. Adult day care centers are also the most affordable long-term care solution for seniors and disabled adults who need help with daily activities. You might be wondering, what exactly is an adult day care center? What kinds of services are usually offered? And, how do you know if an adult day care center is right for you or your loved one? In this article, we’ll answer these questions and more! What Is an Adult Day Care Center? [...]

2024-03-08T11:26:53-05:00August 3, 2022|

Managing Senior Independence with AgeTech

Before We Drove, We Walked In our Elder Care Law practice, our Care Coordinators frequently encounter families who need assistance managing senior independence, such as loved ones who should no longer drive. Whether because of a cognitive incapacity or physical incapacity, driving safely is not something their loved one can manage. 90% of seniors aged 70 or over believe losing the ability to drive means a loss of independence. Because of this, these discussions are often met with frustration, anger, and sadness. Also discussed frequently, but with seemingly less anger or frustration, is the loss of one's ability to walk. [...]

2024-03-08T11:27:37-05:00July 15, 2022|

Senior Resources: Social Work, Care Coordination, and Elder Law

For families with aging loved ones, having the right mix of senior resources can make life care planning easier and more effective. Many people often question the role of a care coordinator in an elder law firm, but in our practice, including social work in long-term legal and elder care planning makes perfect sense. After all, Rothkoff Law Group is an elder care law firm.   How many times have your peers encouraged you to see an elder law attorney for your loved one? Many of your peers may have found themselves in times of crisis in which they not only felt [...]

2024-03-08T11:32:07-05:00March 18, 2022|

2022 Consumer Electronics Show Features Elder Care Technology

Big tech is lending its innovations to the care of seniors with new elder care technology. As I’ve written before, care costs (whether acute or long-term) continue increasing, as they have for years. As elder care advocates we deal with these growing costs daily and have seen this trend for years. However, another issue has risen over the past year or two: a dearth of caregivers. The number of CNAs, home health aides, and LPNs is dwindling for a variety of reasons: a growing need by aging adults, the pandemic, low pay, hard work, and reduced immigration. As a result, [...]

2024-03-08T12:11:00-05:00January 13, 2022|
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