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How to File a Medicare ComplaintElder Care Planning

How to File a Medicare Complaint

Unhappy with your Medicare coverage or care? A step-by-step guide to filing a complaint and, when needed, an appeal.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 25, 2018
How to Get Your House Ready for the SummerSenior Safety

How to Get Your House Ready for the Summer

Warm weather is nearly here: practical steps to get your home ready for the heat of summer.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 20, 2018
How to Find Affordable Home Care for SeniorsFamily Caregiving

How to Find Affordable Home Care for Seniors

In-home care can cost less than you think, from becoming a family caregiver to hiring help directly. Your options explained.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 18, 2018
The Top 5 Caregiving Experts to Follow on TwitterCaregiver Tech

The Top 5 Caregiving Experts to Follow on Twitter

Tap into decades of hard-won wisdom: five caregiving experts worth following for daily support, ideas, and reassurance.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 16, 2018
Veteran Health Benefit Qualifications Explained for CaregiversElder Care Planning

Veteran Health Benefit Qualifications Explained for Caregivers

VA health benefits cover both veterans and the people caring for them. A clear breakdown of what caregivers can access.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 13, 2018
When is It Time to Hire a Professional Caregiver?Family Caregiving

When is It Time to Hire a Professional Caregiver?

Not sure you can keep doing it all? The signs it is time to hire a professional caregiver, and how to decide.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 11, 2018
What You Need In a Home First-Aid KitSenior Safety

What You Need In a Home First-Aid Kit

A well-stocked first-aid kit handles emergencies at home: the items to gather if you build your own.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 9, 2018
How to Dispose of Unused or Expired MedicationSenior Health

How to Dispose of Unused or Expired Medication

Leftover pills, creams, and inhalers need careful disposal. Follow these FDA guidelines to clear them out safely.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 6, 2018
How to Care for Others When You Need CareFamily Caregiving

How to Care for Others When You Need Care

Caring for a spouse can quietly wear down your own health. How to meet your needs while still meeting theirs.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 4, 2018
Geolocation Tools for Seniors: Pros, Cons, and ConsiderationsCaregiver Tech

Geolocation Tools for Seniors: Pros, Cons, and Considerations

GPS tracking can protect a loved one or feel intrusive. Weigh the pros, cons, and considerations before you decide.

Ron NovakRon NovakApr 2, 2018
The Best Tools for Medication ManagementSenior Health

The Best Tools for Medication Management

Juggling several prescriptions? Pill dispensers, alarms, and timer caps that make medication management safer and simpler.

Ron NovakRon NovakMar 30, 2018
9 Tips for Managing Your MedicationsSenior Health

9 Tips for Managing Your Medications

Juggling several prescriptions? Nine practical tips to keep your medications organized and taken on schedule.

Ron NovakRon NovakMar 26, 2018