“Where do I Start?” For months that panicked question was the refrain in my head as I tried to fall asleep. It is the question I asked myself over and over again as it became clear that my father was dying, that I was about to become responsible for my disabled mother, and this responsibility would include among other things: her safety, finances and home. Being prepared is … [Read more...]
Smart Strategies for the HIPAA Privacy Law
Will I be able to talk to my parent’s doctors? When my father asked me to accompany him into the doctor’s treatment room, I had no idea the impact that had on my ability to discuss his health and care with his doctor. (Jump to Lessons Learned) My father’s primary care doctor and heart doctor were wonderful. Each visit began with a discussion of the New York Giants – gleeful … [Read more...]