CMS has started a pilot program for dementia. The program has enrolled 100 providers and is currently enrolling patients. This pilot is called the GUIDE and the goal is to reduce costs for care of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia patients which is skyrocketing. CMS spent 345 Trillion in 2023 for this care and it continues […]
As we age technology gets more difficult to manage. I am currently helping someone with dementia and the Iphone is getting more difficult to manage. I have been looking for ways to make the Iphone simpler and less frustrating. I hoped there was an app to do this. I can not be the only person […]
I attended a conference on the 340B program. The program is much more complicated than I understood. I had the opportunity to learn from professors, lawyers, and prescription drug manufacturers about the program. I appreciated the opportunity to learn more about this program and what it offers to the rural areas of our nation. “The […]
As we age, we need to be careful to prevent falls. My friend just slipped on a loose rug and did a lot of damage to her leg. Charlie Colin, bassist for Train, just passed away from a slip and fall in his shower. A couple of years ago I broke my ankle. I slipped […]
The program is designed to provide those with disabilities to aid them in gaining, regaining or retaining competitive employment. The goal is for the employment to be integrated within a typical work setting with colleagues with and without disabilities. You may be eligible for VR services if you meet all of the following requirements: The […]
Taking care of aging parents is a meaningful and sometimes challenging responsibility. It involves providing emotional support, managing healthcare needs, and ensuring their overall well-being as they navigate this phase of life. The Department of Economic Security has a Division of Aging and Adult Services. They provide services for at risk Arizonans to meet basic […]
When it comes to maintaining overall health,. dental care plays a crucial role. However, for those enrolled in Medicare, understanding the connection between dental care and their coverage can be confusing. I hope to shed light on the current coverage options, and provide tips to ensure you have the best dental care possible while being […]
There are lots of upsetting and annoying things about having breast cancer, especially twice in three years. The list is endless! However, one of the most frustrating experiences for me was trying to find pricing for doctors, hospital costs, surgery costs and breast prosthetic costs. We have insurance through my husband’s employer. It is a […]
Friday and Saturday Autism Society of Greater Phoenix put on a Be Safe Certification Workshop. I am proud to say I brought this program to Arizona three years ago. We have trained over 600 people with developmental Disabilites to safely interact with law enforcement, 90 people who can now do these trainings with people with […]
Check your mail! Medicare is mailing out new cards to all Medicare beneficiaries. The old Medicare cards are on their way out primarily because they use Social Security numbers as identifiers. The new numbers are randomly assigned numbers and letters to help prevent fraud. The cards will arrive in the mail and you do not […]