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As I sat next to a woman at the Alzheimer’s Association Conference, I listened to her story about her husband’s diagnosis. A man in his 60’s, he was recently diagnosed with MCI (Minimal Cognitive Impairment). I learned that 60% of those with this impairment eventually... by Complete Care Strategies | Better Senior Care Blog
As she approached her client’s house, the care manager could not believe her eyes. There on the street in front of her home lay 82 year old Jean Smith – unconscious. Soon after, Mrs. Smith (not her real name) was asked to leave the retirement community to which she... by Complete Care Strategies | Better Senior Care Blog, Caregiver's Resource
May is National Aging Life Care Month. What the heck is that, you ask? Odds are you know what it is but maybe not what to call it…until you desperately need it. By practice, the Aging Life Care professionals, like us and others at Complete Care Strategies, are... by Complete Care Strategies | Articles, Better Senior Care Blog, Complete Care Strategies
One of the most challenging things for seniors is transportation. Especially when driving is no longer an option, the inability to get around can be devastating. My mother told me that when she saw her 20 year old yellow Oldsmobile being towed away, she sobbed knowing... by Complete Care Strategies | Articles, Complete Care Strategies
Are you a veteran or caring for one? New changes to the Veteran’s Administration (VA) benefits will impact your long term care. Low income veterans in nursing homes and those requiring in-home care for everyday life will find it harder to get help through Aid...