Posts by Pat Tarantino
SelectCare Celebrates 40 Years of Service
May 1, 2022, marks SelectCare’s 40th anniversary and serves as an opportunity for us to reflect on all the incredible people who we have met during this journey. SelectCare was founded with the belief that getting to know our clients and caregivers is a key step to creating successful home health care solutions, allowing our…
Read MoreIdentifying and Managing Caregiver Stress
The feeling of being overwhelmed by the responsibilities of caring for an older loved one goes by many terms: caregiver stress, compassion fatigue, and caregiver burnout, to name just a few. This phenomenon has so many names for a simple reason: it is incredibly common among family caregivers. Fortunately, because caregiver stress is such a…
Read MoreHow to Use Long Term Care Insurance
Long Term Care (LTC) insurance is a valuable tool for preserving health and independence as we age, but using these benefits to their full effect is a little different than other forms of insurance. The following article explains how LTC insurance works, and how a policyholder can make the most of their coverage. What is…
Read MoreMedical Alert Systems and In-Home Care
As mobile technology continues to improve and a growing number of older adults choose to age in place, medical alert systems have become an increasingly popular means of promoting independence. The following blog discusses various features offered by modern medical alert systems that any would-be user should consider before investing, as well as the role…
Read MoreMedicare Tips – How to Stay Healthy with Preventative Services
One of the easiest and most important ways to achieve healthy aging is by anticipating and preventing chronic diseases before they become major health hazards. Fortunately, adults aged 65 or older who have Medicare Part B plans are entitled to 30 different health screenings and counseling services designed to do just that at low or…
Read MoreSenior Stair Safety
Fall hazards are one of the most well-documented in-home hazards to older adults, and there are many ways to reduce a senior’s risk of falling with small modifications to their home or even changing footwear, however built-in parts of a senior’s home can be harder to adapt for safety. Stairs are one of the leading…
Read MoreShaking Off the “Winter Blues”
The winter months have long been associated with depression due to cold weather, holiday stress, and social isolation, however physicians have recently discovered that decreased sunlight exposure due to shorter days may play a significant role in mental health. This phenomenon, known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), colloquially known as “the winter blues” and classified…
Read MoreManaging Bills for an Older Loved One
Staying ahead of bills and other financial obligations is a lifelong chore, but as we age, this task can become a greater burden due to medical events, cognitive changes, and the increasing complexity of budgeting on a fixed income. The following blog covers straightforward steps you can take now to assist an older loved one…
Read MoreHoliday Gatherings and Dementia
With the holiday season underway and many families reuniting for the first time in nearly two years, this year’s holiday gatherings feel more important than ever. Family gatherings are cherished moments, but can become extremely stressful for loved ones experiencing dementia, especially if this is the first year where the condition becomes noticeable to others.…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Booster Shots Approved for All NYC Adults
In an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the New York City public health commissioner has approved all adults 18 and over for vaccine booster shots, beginning on Monday, November 15th. Time is now the main restriction for booster shots within New York City. Those who received the Johnson and Johnson vaccines are eligible…
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