Parkinson’s Awareness Month: Meet PAM Every April, the global Parkinson’s community unites to raise awareness, share knowledge, and support those affected by Parkinson’s disease (PD). Although treatment options exist, the cause of Parkinson’s remains largely unknown. This year, the Parkinson’s Foundation’s campaign theme is “Meet PAM.” PAM — short for Parkinson’s Awareness Month — is […]
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Protecting Seniors from COVID-19 By now, almost everyone in America knows something about COVID-19, also called the coronavirus. News coverage continues around the clock, but the accuracy of that information often varies. This has caused confusion, especially for seniors who remain among the most vulnerable. Rightathome.net, a leader in in-home senior care, provides clear and
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10 Evidence-Based Tips to Prevent Senior Falls and Stay Independent Did you know that one in five falls among older adults results in serious injury—such as a broken bone or head trauma? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), these injuries can drastically affect a senior’s ability to live independently and perform
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Updated CMS Guidance on Nursing Home Visitation During COVID-19 The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued revised guidance for nursing home visitation, easing restrictions while maintaining safety. Now, visits are allowed for reasons beyond urgent end-of-life situations, and in some cases, physical contact is permitted. Communal activities and dining can resume as
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Family Caregiving During the Coronavirus New Challenges for Caregivers The coronavirus pandemic created new challenges for families caring for vulnerable loved ones. Many caregivers who once provided support in person now find themselves acting as long-distance providers. Before the pandemic, only about 13% of Americans gave long-distance care. Today, most family caregivers must follow social
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