The Kindle version for my book, Healthcare Handbook For Senior Citizens and Their Families will have a countdown deal on Amazon.com, from September 29 to October 6. It will be offered for $0.99 on the first day and then increase $1 per day until it reaches its original price of $7.99 on October 6.
It’s that time of year: To get your yearly flu vaccine.
Some Seniors experience changes in their taste, such as for salt and sugar. Because of that, they need to be cautious that they do not use excess amounts of salt or sugar on their food. People with dentures frequently have this problem. You can enhance the taste of your foods with other spices, such as cinnamon.
A common question that is asked on discussion websites for caregivers is: Where do I get financial assistance for Skilled Nursing Facility or assisted living care?
My book: Healthcare Handbook for Senior Citizens and Their Families, describes the types of facilities available for assistance and care. It also discusses the different payer sources and their rules and regulations.
There are many sources available for financial assistance but the assistance depends upon the types of services required for the individual and that person’s financial situation. Regular health insurance and Medicare usually will not pay for care, if the need is only for assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing and meals. Unfortunately, there are many people in their final years who fit in that category. Often this care is what drains individuals’ and/or couples’ savings.
Throughout the book, I encourage purchasing Long Term Care Insurance. The sooner you get it, the cheaper it will be. Many of these insurances cover care in a nursing home, assisted living or at home.
In recent years, I have noticed that some people have the habit of giving an extra squeeze at the end of their hand shake. Probably I have noticed this lately because I have developed some arthritis in my hands. That extra squeeze causes some pain, to the point that I have begun to hesitate shaking hands.
A firm handshake does not seem to be a problem; it is that extra squeeze that hurts. I think that people who give an extra squeeze with their handshakes do it to show that they are sincere. I have noticed that most of the ‘extra squeezers’ are men, however there are some women who have this habit.
Have any other seniors experienced this problem?
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