No Way to Sugercoat It... Dementia Leads to a Sweet Tooth
The changes in the brain during the progression of Dementia can lead to intense cravings for sugary foods. Read more to find out why your loved one with Dementia may be craving sugar-laden foods...
Read More
Mamaroneck, NY Resident Celebrates her 102nd Birthday with STEPS Home Care
Longtime Mamaroneck resident Ednar Taylor, who has resided in her home for more than 50 years, celebrated her 102nd birthday yesterday with STEPS Home Care Founder Jennifer Baukol (White Plains)...
Read More
What You Need to Know About Long-Term Care Insurance in NY & CT
What Happened to Long-Term Care Insurance?
In the 1990s, more than 100 insurers sold traditional Long-Term Care (LTC) policies and now fewer than 15 insurance companies still do. In the past, LTC...
Read More
"Help! I've fallen, and I can't get up!"
Medical Alert Systems: Reassurance for Those with Memory Loss and a Risk of Falling
Read More
Dig In - Visiting a Farmer’s Market is a Great Way for Seniors to Connect with their Local Community
“Farmers Markets are a great way to find local produce and artisan food products while also connecting with your community. The importance of supporting local farmers while enjoying the benefits...
Read More
"May I Have the Car Keys Please?"
Addressing Declining Cognitive Ability & Driving Issues
When to have the conversation with an aging loved one, or friend, that it isn't safe to drive any more isn't easy, especially when the...
Read More
Medicare Advantage to pay for non-skilled home care
Last week the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a call letter finalizing their policy to begin paying for private-duty, non-skilled home care services as a supplemental benefit...
Read More
President Trump passed the Montreal cognitive assessment (MOCa) test to prove he did not have dementia. Curious? Try a few sample questions below...
“In an effort to disprove theories that he is mentally unfit and in cognitive decline, President Trump passed a voluntary cognitive assessment test Friday meant to assess his mental reflexes,”...
Aides of the Week - November 2017
It is our pleasure to announce our aides of the week for the month of November:
Read More
How to Improve a Senior's Holiday Experience
6 Tips to Make it Merry and Bright...and a Lot Less Lonely!
By Barbara Moran, RN, Director of Patient Services
In December, we are bombarded by images of holiday splendor from the the beautiful...
Read More
