Caregivers can help ease some common symptoms of Parkinson's. Parkinson’s disease affects many thousands of people in the United States. According to the Parkinson’s Foundation, around 60,000 Americans are diagnosed each year, most of whom are over 60 years old. There is no doubt that caring for someone living with Parkinson’s disease is a tough challenge. Although, at the … [Read more...]
Diagnosed with Cancer? Worried About Treatment Options and Side Effects?
Being a cancer survivor is like being part of a club you never want to join. But you don't want to lose your membership either. I am blessed in this new career of mine, to meet professionals that are caring, collaborative, and supportive. And then you run across an organization like Cancer Hope Network (CHN) and my gratitude meter goes off the charts. Getting a cancer … [Read more...]
Do You Suspect Elder Abuse? Here Is What You Can Do About It. Article by Keith Hovey
Article written by Keith Hovey, RN, Esq. a practicing attorney in New Jersey with the law firm of Szaferman Lakind Blumstein & Blader. Aged & Mistreated: A Guide to Understanding Your Legal Options. Every family lives in fear that a loved one may suffer abuse at the hands of a health care professional. The fear is not unfounded. At least 1 in 10 seniors are abused … [Read more...]
Using Social Media for Healthcare Support and Information
How to be a savvy social media user. There is so much information available on social media; how do we know which are reliable sources? How do you figure out the best way to navigate these resources? Dee Sparacio is an ovarian cancer survivor. During her journey, Dee learned how to be her own advocate and now she advocates for others with her blog “Women of Teal.” As … [Read more...]
I Don’t Fear Getting Old, I Do Fear Getting Alzheimer’s.
Stepping into Dementia: A Virtual Tour Recently I was given the opportunity to take the “Virtual Dementia Tour.” I jumped on it. This program comes out of research conducted by PK Beville, M.S. and founder of Second Wind Dreams®. The Virtual Dementia Tour (VDT) is an experiential learning experience that uses patented sensory tools which alter your senses while you try … [Read more...]