September 9, 2009
Length (18:15) Download
In conjunction with Healthy Aging Month, the Senior Care Podcast by LivHOME has released Episode 16 -- Nutrition for Seniors. In the new episode, Mary Beth Hardy, LivHOME's Midwest Regional Director, discusses the importance of good nutrition and how caregivers can help their senior clients achieve it.
July 1, 2009
Length (15:00) Download
As Independence Day approaches, Steve Barlam, MSW, LCSW, CMC, Chief Professional Officer of LivHOME, discusses the idea of independence as an aspiration for seniors. He explains just what seniors mean when they say they want their independence, and points out that what they actually need is interdependence. Steve offers advice for family members seeking to introduce this idea and explains that there is a lesson in this for all who serve as caregivers and friends to seniors.
May 19, 2009
Length (18:06) Download
In this episode, Dr. Douglas Galasko, Director of the Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at the University of California, San Diego, discusses advances in the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Galasko also provides advice for caregivers, including where to get more information about the disease and how find out about clinical trials for new Alzheimer's treatments.
March 30, 2009
Length (17:04) Download
Rick Alphonso, President and CEO of The Financial Advisory Group in Houston, discusses the financial considerations surrounding paying for care in difficult economic times. Topics include the impact of declining yields on seniors' ability to finance their ongoing needs, advice for trying to get by with less money in today's environment, and the importance of a financial plan that takes ongoing care needs into account.
February 17, 2009
Length (15:35) Download
In this episode, Steve Barlam, LivHOME's Chief Professional Officer, discusses programs and approaches to help seniors and their families pay for care during today's challenging times. Topics include programs such as Medicare Part D, Medicaid and special benefits for Veterans, getting information and guidance for navigating these programs, and how to make sure you are utilizing the right amount of care.
