Respite care is a great option for many families and it comes in a number of different forms! Respite care is designed to give the family caregiver a break. Many family caregivers feel they must provide care at all times. The truth is, care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week is not sustainable. […]

A Rise in Popularity As our population continues to age there have been an increased number of options for those following a 55+ community. In the past many called the 55+ community of their choosing the last place in which they would reside. Well, times have changed and now many are living well into their […]

Back pain is one of the most common chronic conditions treated among all adults. Some 80% of adults will experience back pain at some point in their life. However, the question remains, what is best for relieving lower back pain, movement or rest? How Does Back Pain Occur?  Back pain typically occurs in one of […]

Many feel that Medicare is the end all be all. Medicare will solve all of their problems as it relates to health and wealth in older age. However, there are a number of limits that occur with traditional Medicare coverage that you may not be aware of. Medicare Provided Therapy Parameters One of those said […]

You have be hearing a number of different service providers or acronyms within the senior care space. It can be overwhelming at times. With an industry full of many services it’s important to know what private duty care is and how it may play a role in your care or your loved one’s care. Private […]

There is no ‘right’ time for placing a loved one in a memory care facility.  It Will Be a Challenge  First and foremost, more often than not many couples have spent countless hours together, especially during the years of retirement. Many have come to understand a new way of life together, often more reliant on […]

Home health care is a skilled set of services provided to you or a loved one from the comfort of your own home. The services are provided to you via Medicare Part A. Care is provided to homebound patients who are recovering from illness, injury or surgery. Home Health Providers in Southwest Florida Preferred Care Founded […]

Well… It’s not actual physical therapy that’s the problem. The real problem is the way our healthcare system was designed. The healthcare system is designed in a way that will return a patient to normal function with little to no follow up to prevent the event from recurring, which costs the system even greater amounts […]

The stages of Parkinson’s disease will vary from person to person. Although various tables and charts exist, it’s important to keep in mind a progressive disease like Parkinson’s will be unique to the individual. With that being said, before an individual is diagnosed with Parkinson’s and begins stage one, it’s important to know the early […]

The Rise of Independent Living Independent living became a popular option for those who may have lived among a 55 and up community or simply within their own home for quite some time. Independent living is attractive for potential residents for a few reasons. Downsizing to Independent Living One of the reasons individuals choose to […]