by Brittany Fortmayer | Jan 1, 2019 | Assisted Living, Care Manager, Caregiving, Diet, Family Caregivers, Geriatric Care Management, Geriatric Care Manager, Health
Eating well, getting enough sleep, and exercising are some of the best ways to prevent or delay health problems.
by Brittany Fortmayer | Aug 31, 2018 | Care Manager, Caregiving, Disaster Preparation, Family Caregivers, Financial Hardship, Geriatric Care Management, Geriatric Care Manager
While Social Security has been a safety net preventing many from slipping into poverty, a large percentage of seniors are economically vulnerable.
by Brittany Fortmayer | May 15, 2018 | Assisted Living, Caregiving, Family Caregivers, Geriatric Care Management, Geriatric Care Manager, Moving, Relocation
Moving is a big decision at any age.
by Brittany Fortmayer | Apr 15, 2018 | Assisted Living, Care Manager, Caregiving, Family Caregivers, Geriatric Care Management, Geriatric Care Manager
“We can take care of ourselves. We need to save our money for a rainy day.”
by Brittany Fortmayer | Mar 15, 2018 | Caregiving, Family Caregivers, Geriatric Care Management, Geriatric Care Manager, Nutrition
Adequate nutrition is important for good health and is especially critical for older adults who may have one or more chronic medical conditions. Healthy eating can increase mental acuity, strengthen the immune system, and speed recovery times from illness....
by Brittany Fortmayer | Feb 15, 2018 | Care Manager, Caregiving, Driving, Family Caregivers, Geriatric Care Management, Geriatric Care Manager, Transportation
Many older adults resist the idea of giving up their car keys, even when it is no longer safe for them to drive.