POA

27 Apr 2023
Organizing Respite Care
Organizing respite care can be a confusing and frustrating process. Not only is it difficult to decide which type of respite care to use, but couple that with the emotions that are also involved. Respite care is used for those needing a break from caring for a loved one with a condition where they can’t ...
13 Sep 2022
Navigating Home Health Care, and Tips to Help Make the Right Decision.
Navigating home health care can be very stressful.  We get calls from people inquiring about care, community assistance options, or even just guidance. Each individual is treated with respect and dignity.  South Florida currently has plenty of options and finding the right one can be exhausting, confusing, and extremely frustrating.  It doesn’t have to be.  ...
21 Apr 2022
Importance of a Will and other Documentation.
“How Important is it to Have my Will, Medical POA and DNR?” The short answer is having a Will is very important. In the state of Florida, there are certain requirements for the courts and medical providers that are important for your healthcare now, and your legacy after you pass away. Listed below are a ...
25 Jul 2019
Elder Law Attorney
Elder Law Attorney An Elder Law Attorney is a “specialist” in the area of law concerning matters related to older adults.  As in Medicine, there are general practitioners and specialists. Elders have unique legal concerns and considerations related to their age. Laws dealing with seniors often differ from state to state.  So use one in your ...
12 Mar 2019
End of Life Wishes
End of Life Wishes and Cognitive Impairment End of Life Wishes and cognitive impairment related questions were asked about the most at a recent panel on Medical Ethics. The Partnership for Aging in Palm Beach County, Florida presented a panel to answer survey questions by the group’s members. More than half dealt with the ethics for individuals, ...
21 Oct 2016
Professionals Helping Older Adults
Medical, Financial and Legal Professionals Professionals who are degreed, licensed, certified and experienced are beneficial to guiding post retirees and elders in maintaining a good quality of life and planning for their future. As we age and get older, more medical personnel beyond our Internist crop up as we seek out more specialists: Cardiologist, Neurologist, ...
01 Aug 2016
Neurologist Appointment Preparedness
Neurologist visits can be very intimidating When going for any appointment with a doctor, there is some preparation to do. Write down your questions, prepare your medical history,  take a pen and paper with you along with prescription medications, bring medical test results, labs, MRIs, check reputable medical sites, take someone with you and so forth.  ...
12 May 2016
Seniors use “Vial of Life” at Home
  Seniors with health issues use Vial Life “Vial Life” is used by seniors so that during a medical emergency, the EMT or Medic will have immediate health and medical information to better treat you. The Vial Life program can save lives. Run through many Fire Departments, you receive an Information Form to list your pertinent identifying information, ...
27 Apr 2016
Boca Raton Public Library Series
Library Series: Money Smart Week is April 23-30, 2016 This annual Public Library series event is presented at libraries across the country. Lectures are happening at the downtown and Spanish River libraries in Boca Raton, Florida. Money Smart Week is a public awareness campaign designated to help consumers better manage their personal finances. All lectures ...
23 Feb 2016
PD – Helpful Tips for Quality of Life
PD Affects the entire family A slowing down of dopamine production in the brain is what causes Parkinson Disease. The effect is a host of symptoms which can vary widely from person to person. The affected person, and it is more often found in aging men may have tremors, a rigidity in movement, slowness, may ...
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