Category Archives: Long Term Care

Elderly Patients Routinely Prescribed Risky Drugs

Posted ago by Marty

Doctors in the United States routinely prescribe potentially harmful drugs to older patients, and the problem is particularly acute in the South, a new study shows.

When Your Parents Need Financial Help

Posted ago by Marty

As parents and children age, the familiar family roles often switch. And for some adult children that can mean helping elderly parents financially.

Choosing a Caregiver is Like Ordering a Glass of Wine – Don’t Choose on Price Alone

Posted ago by Marty

Have you ever been to a restaurant where the difference between their horrendous house wine and a nice smooth finish was only a buck? It’s not so different with caregivers – you want to choose a caregiver on VALUE, not price.

86 is the New 16 – Just Like those Taco Bell Seniors!

Posted ago by Marty

As Geriatric Care Managers serving Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and Delray Beach, we have programs and can introduce options that help seniors to think young even though they may be getting older.

Oh No, My Parents are Getting Older and They’re Spending My Retirement

Posted ago by Marty

A client called me the other day with this dilemma – his parents were always saving for a rainy day. And he told me guess what – it’s raining right now.