By The New York Times
The Times has launched an online meeting place, called Health Care Conversations, for readers who want to join the national discussion about health care. Three topic areas may be of particular interest to New Old Age regulars: nursing home and end-of-life care, Medicare and the elderly and drug costs. Jump into the fray and, as ever, be sure to let us know your thoughts.
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Friday, October 2, 2009
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Democrats Trying to Sell Health Plan to Seniors
By ALAN FRAM
Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The White House and Democrats are laboring to attract skeptical seniors to their drive to reshape the nation's health care system, leading some to press the behemoth but reluctant AARP to be more aggressive about backing them.
Polls show people age 65 and up - the only age group that preferred Republican presidential candidate John McCain last November - have also had the most negative views about President Barack Obama's attempt to overhaul health care. Among that age group, six in 10 disapprove of the job Obama is doing on health care and about the same number oppose the plans being considered in Congress, according to an Associated Press-GfK poll earlier this month. Continue reading at http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_HEALTH_CARE_SENIORS?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
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Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The White House and Democrats are laboring to attract skeptical seniors to their drive to reshape the nation's health care system, leading some to press the behemoth but reluctant AARP to be more aggressive about backing them.
Polls show people age 65 and up - the only age group that preferred Republican presidential candidate John McCain last November - have also had the most negative views about President Barack Obama's attempt to overhaul health care. Among that age group, six in 10 disapprove of the job Obama is doing on health care and about the same number oppose the plans being considered in Congress, according to an Associated Press-GfK poll earlier this month. Continue reading at http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_HEALTH_CARE_SENIORS?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
Verlia Caldwell, Pres.
I Care For You Home Care, L.L.C.
(800) 383-0520
visit us at http://www.icareforyouhomecare.com if you need home care services in the Charlotte, N.C. area.
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Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Grandparent's Day
Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services Family Caregiver Support Program Celebrates the 3rd Annual “Celebration of Grandparents’ Day”
Saturday, September 12, 2009
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
(Registration starts at 10:30 am)
Event hosted by: Shamrock Senior Center
Location:
Shamrock Senior Center
3925 Willard Farrow Drive
Charlotte, NC 28215
The center is located at the corner of Shamrock Drive and Willard Farrow Drive near the Asbury Nursing Home
Continue reading at http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Just1Call/ENG/CareGiver+Support/Grandparents+Day.htm
Visit us at www.icareforyouhomecare.com if you need home care services in the Charlotte, N.C. area.
Verlia Caldwell, Pres.
I Care For You Home Care, L.L.C.
(800) 383-0520
Saturday, September 12, 2009
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
(Registration starts at 10:30 am)
Event hosted by: Shamrock Senior Center
Location:
Shamrock Senior Center
3925 Willard Farrow Drive
Charlotte, NC 28215
The center is located at the corner of Shamrock Drive and Willard Farrow Drive near the Asbury Nursing Home
Continue reading at http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Just1Call/ENG/CareGiver+Support/Grandparents+Day.htm
Visit us at www.icareforyouhomecare.com if you need home care services in the Charlotte, N.C. area.
Verlia Caldwell, Pres.
I Care For You Home Care, L.L.C.
(800) 383-0520
Monday, August 24, 2009
Importance of Keeping a Personal Medical Record
Everyone should maintain their own personal medical record. You should gather the information yourself. It helps you to be more pro-active, and more engaged in your health. Your information maybe the only information, or there maybe serious medical conditions, or allergies. There should be a record of what prescriptions you are taking. It is not true that medical records are true, or readily available.
People move, change jobs, insurance, and have been treated by many doctors. You should have lab results, names and phone numbers of doctors who have treated you, and information about other family members.
Have your information in one place, and accessible. It could be in a notebook, folder, computer. The future holds better automatic systems for information.
Verlia Caldwell, Pres.
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(800)383-0520
People move, change jobs, insurance, and have been treated by many doctors. You should have lab results, names and phone numbers of doctors who have treated you, and information about other family members.
Have your information in one place, and accessible. It could be in a notebook, folder, computer. The future holds better automatic systems for information.
Verlia Caldwell, Pres.
www.icareforyouhomecare.com
(800)383-0520
Monday, August 17, 2009
Healthy Aging
HEALTHY AGING: “The Psychology of Confidence” by Thomas J. Schumacher, Psy.D., R-CSW
Let’s face it -- most people wish to speak to their partner, spouse, family, friends, colleagues and accounts with an air of confidence. They believe that if they project confidence, they will project credibility and the people in their life will heed their recommendations and advice … both at home and in the market place. Similarly, they believe that if they speak without an air of confidence, then people will be suspicious of them and will withdraw. They believe that not appearing confident is tantamount to inviting attack and criticism. Who would want to be in a relationship with someone, or do business with someone who does not comport himself or herself with a posture of ultimate confidence in what they say?
As a result, many people work hard to craft an image of confidence. They develop their speech patterns, appearance, clothing and manner to suggest that they know what they are doing. Any doubts or uncertainty must be banished if the person is to succeed. Key: Unfortunately, many people are far better at projecting confidence than in being confident. They suppress their private doubts out of fear and embarrassment. Most cannot admit their doubts to their loved ones and/or business associates. Many cannot admit their doubts to themselves.
Read Dr. Schumacher’s complete article at http://www.ec-online.net/Knowledge/Articles/confidence.html
Verlia Caldwell, President
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(800)383-0520
Let’s face it -- most people wish to speak to their partner, spouse, family, friends, colleagues and accounts with an air of confidence. They believe that if they project confidence, they will project credibility and the people in their life will heed their recommendations and advice … both at home and in the market place. Similarly, they believe that if they speak without an air of confidence, then people will be suspicious of them and will withdraw. They believe that not appearing confident is tantamount to inviting attack and criticism. Who would want to be in a relationship with someone, or do business with someone who does not comport himself or herself with a posture of ultimate confidence in what they say?
As a result, many people work hard to craft an image of confidence. They develop their speech patterns, appearance, clothing and manner to suggest that they know what they are doing. Any doubts or uncertainty must be banished if the person is to succeed. Key: Unfortunately, many people are far better at projecting confidence than in being confident. They suppress their private doubts out of fear and embarrassment. Most cannot admit their doubts to their loved ones and/or business associates. Many cannot admit their doubts to themselves.
Read Dr. Schumacher’s complete article at http://www.ec-online.net/Knowledge/Articles/confidence.html
Verlia Caldwell, President
http://www.icareforyouhomecare.com
(800)383-0520
Monday, August 10, 2009
Social Activity Keeps Elders Young, Agile
MONDAY, June 22 (HealthDay News) -- Older people who don't socialize much might be increasing their risk for declining motor function and hastening their death, researchers from Rush University Medical Center report.
On the positive side, sociable seniors who keep active physically and mentally tend to stave off the decline in physical ability often associated with aging, the scientists added.
"A broader range of activities in elders, including physical, social and cognitive activities, may slow the rate of age-related decline," said lead researcher Dr. Aron S. Buchman, an associate professor in the department of neurological sciences.
"Less frequent participation in social activity was associated with a more rapid rate of motor decline," he added.MONDAY, June 22 (HealthDay News) -- Older people who don't socialize much might be increasing their risk for declining motor function and hastening their death, researchers from Rush University Medical Center report.
On the positive side, sociable seniors who keep active physically and mentally tend to stave off the decline in physical ability often associated with aging, the scientists added. Continue readinghttp://businessweek.com/lifestyle/content/healthday/628297.html
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On the positive side, sociable seniors who keep active physically and mentally tend to stave off the decline in physical ability often associated with aging, the scientists added.
"A broader range of activities in elders, including physical, social and cognitive activities, may slow the rate of age-related decline," said lead researcher Dr. Aron S. Buchman, an associate professor in the department of neurological sciences.
"Less frequent participation in social activity was associated with a more rapid rate of motor decline," he added.MONDAY, June 22 (HealthDay News) -- Older people who don't socialize much might be increasing their risk for declining motor function and hastening their death, researchers from Rush University Medical Center report.
On the positive side, sociable seniors who keep active physically and mentally tend to stave off the decline in physical ability often associated with aging, the scientists added. Continue readinghttp://businessweek.com/lifestyle/content/healthday/628297.html
Verlia Caldwell, Pres.
www.icareforyouhomecare.com
(800)383-0520
http://twitter.com/vcaldwell773
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Charlotte-NC/I-Care-For-You-Home-Care-LLC/82169019227?ref=ts
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Tuesday, August 4, 2009
How to Determine if Your Senior Parent Can Stay at Home
by Marlo Sollitto, Editor
To determine if an elderly person can safely continue living at home, take a good look at the present housing situation, financial resources, health status and medical needs. Braun says some topics of the assessment should include:
* Medication
Are medications expired? Are they spread out in different rooms, with no apparent structure or routine?
* Meal preparation
Can they cook for themselves? Are they able to safely operate appliances? Do they remember to turn appliances off when finished cooking?
* Safety
Is the home equipped with grab bars, emergency response systems and other tools to ensure safety? Do they have a plan in place to contact help in case of an emergency?
* Personal hygiene
Can they bathe themselves, groom adequately and launder clothes?
* Transportation
Are they driving? Should they be driving? Do they have alternate means of transportation?
* Socialization
Are they isolated from others most of the time? Do they have friends? Are they going to church? Are they depressed? Are there signs of alcohol abuse?
* Home management
Are they paying their bills on time? Are there stacks of papers and unpaid bills laying around? Is the house in general disarray? Is the house relatively clean?
Print an Assessment Checklist
Having been involved in many of these assessments, Braun says, “It’s a delicate situation – it’s a role reversal between adult child and parent, and it typically is not welcomed by the elderly person.”
Verlia Caldwell, Pres.
www.icareforyouhomecare.com
(800) 383-0520
To determine if an elderly person can safely continue living at home, take a good look at the present housing situation, financial resources, health status and medical needs. Braun says some topics of the assessment should include:
* Medication
Are medications expired? Are they spread out in different rooms, with no apparent structure or routine?
* Meal preparation
Can they cook for themselves? Are they able to safely operate appliances? Do they remember to turn appliances off when finished cooking?
* Safety
Is the home equipped with grab bars, emergency response systems and other tools to ensure safety? Do they have a plan in place to contact help in case of an emergency?
* Personal hygiene
Can they bathe themselves, groom adequately and launder clothes?
* Transportation
Are they driving? Should they be driving? Do they have alternate means of transportation?
* Socialization
Are they isolated from others most of the time? Do they have friends? Are they going to church? Are they depressed? Are there signs of alcohol abuse?
* Home management
Are they paying their bills on time? Are there stacks of papers and unpaid bills laying around? Is the house in general disarray? Is the house relatively clean?
Print an Assessment Checklist
Having been involved in many of these assessments, Braun says, “It’s a delicate situation – it’s a role reversal between adult child and parent, and it typically is not welcomed by the elderly person.”
Verlia Caldwell, Pres.
www.icareforyouhomecare.com
(800) 383-0520
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