Medicare does not recognize power of attorney (POA)—what to do ASAP By Susan Chaityn Lebovits One would assume that as a caregiver overseeing the health and welfare of an aging parent, power of attorney would allow access to medical records, conversations with healthcare providers, and inquiries regarding insurance coverage. But Medicare does not accept […]
Legal and Financial Responsibilities when caring for Aging Parents By Susan Chaityn Lebovits As we embrace the beginning of fall, now is a great time to tackle the legal and financial responsibilities of overseeing care for our aging parents. Updating power-of-attorney documents, healthcare proxies, wills and checking on long-term care insurance policies sound […]
How to encourage aging parents to continue learning, and why it’s critical to their health. By Susan Chaityn Lebovits As someone who guides adult children in supporting their aging parents, I remind my clients at the end of each summer that “back to school” season doesn’t only belong to kids, college students, and those […]
How to assess decline from afar: signs that your aging parent needs more support By Susan Chaityn Lebovits Caring for an aging parent from a distance can be challenging. This requires observation and structured communication to ensure that any decline is caught early and an action plan is put into place. A quick check in […]
When Fireworks Aren’t Fun: PTSD, Dementia, and Sensory Overload in Older Adults Why July 4th can be distressing—and how to prepare with compassion By Susan Chaityn Lebovits For many families, fireworks on July 4th are part of their summer ritual. But for older adults—especially those living with dementia, sensory sensitivities, or PTSD—the sudden explosions of […]
Beat the Heat: Summer Safety for Older Adults How hydration and heat education can save lives By Susan Chaityn Lebovits When the summer sun rises, so do the risks of dehydration and heat-related illnesses. Symptoms are often underestimated by caregivers and families alike. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), older adults are at […]
Better Together with Team Vivo Take an exercise class with your 85- year-old mom in Maryland, without leaving your home in Arizona. I had been reading about Team Vivo‘s live interactive exercise classes for months, and recently decided to take the plunge. Not only did I get in a workout, but I was also able […]
By Susan Chaityn Lebovits Meet the Springrose adaptive bra—the undergarment that actually gets you. Designed for those with limited dexterity, shoulder mobility issues, or anyone tired of acrobatic dressing, this bra comes with one magical feature: options. With Velcro closures and eight different ways to put it on in 15 seconds or less, this bra […]