Q: “My dad has “moderate” dementia. The holidays have always been so important to him and our family – and I want to include him as much as possible in our festivities. How can we best prepare for this?” Richard in Jasper, GA
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Lisa KaufmanA. Thank you so much for you question. Holidays are typically known as “the most wonderful time of the year” – yet, for many who are caring for those […]
Q. I have Medicare and have heard my Medicare coverage needs to be reviewed annually. Could you give me more information about this? Shelley in Conyers, GA
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Lisa KaufmanA. Great question! Medicare does have an annual Medicare Open Enrollment Period for the review of your plans which will begin October 15th and end December 7th. This opportunity is […]
Q: “My mom went alone to a recent visit with her general doctor and received a life-changing diagnosis. Her doctor of many years told her that she is demonstrating signs associated with the early stages of Alzheimer’s Disease and started mom on a new medication. As I have done some internet research and have spoken to a few of my friends whose parents have dealt with the diagnosis, I do not feel that his diagnosis is correct for mom’s presenting symptoms. Is it wrong to question the doctor?” Judy from Lilburn, GA
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Lisa KaufmanA: No. If you have doubts, fears, or questions – it is never wrong to request clarification from a physician. Physicians are merely people who make their best judgments about […]
Q: I have met many people in the senior care industry that claim to have a certificate in this (enter anything here) or have a certification in that (enter anything here). What is the difference between a certificate and a certification, and how can that help me to determine a person’s level of experience in the field of senior care? Marjorie from Lawrenceville, GA
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Lisa KaufmanA: I would say the majority of the families that I have worked with are “new” to the world of senior options and are typically feeling very apprehensive about their […]
Q: Do you have to be a certain age to use the services of a Geriatric Care Manager? Gail W. from Marietta, GA
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Lisa KaufmanA: The short answer is no. Tragic changes in healthcare status might generate a need for a GCM, such as an accident with a head or spinal injury, or possibly […]
