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Medicare Tips – How to Stay Healthy with Preventative Services

By Pat Tarantino | February 7, 2022

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…

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Senior Stair Safety

By Pat Tarantino | January 17, 2022

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…

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Shaking Off the “Winter Blues”

By Pat Tarantino | January 6, 2022

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…

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Managing Bills for an Older Loved One

By Pat Tarantino | January 4, 2022

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…

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Holiday Gatherings and Dementia

By Pat Tarantino | December 6, 2021

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…

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COVID-19 Booster Shots Approved for All NYC Adults

By Pat Tarantino | November 16, 2021

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…

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