As the saying goes, “Knowledge is power.” at Family Home Care One, LLC, we see the truth in that saying all the time, when our clients and their families are informed, they feel empowered to decide what is best for their situations.
There is a wealth of resources available for senior citizens and their families, covering every topic from general care to specific illnesses. Learn from these resources to make informed decision about your family’s needs. The more informed you are, the better we can serve you.
We have gathered trusted, informative resources both nationally and locally to help you find solutions to your senior home care needs. Visit these links to learn valuable information about what is available to you and your loved one.
- AARP AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over. They are dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age. They lead positive social change and deliver value to members through information, advocacy and service.
- Alzheimer’s Association The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Their mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
- Gold Violin GoldViolin.com offers a wide selection of “Products for independent living” & aids that include support for arthritis pain relief, reading glasses for women and men, footcare products, incontinence products, rollators, compression socks and more. Gold Violin has a wide variety of lifestyle products that promote independence, increase self-confidence and make life more enjoyable! Check out our gift section for great selection of gifts for seniors and other senior gift ideas. Thank you for visiting Gold Violin.
- Medicare.govIt is a common misconception that Medicare covers the cost of all long term care once you hit the age of 65. This, unfortunately, is not the case. Medicare.gov is a great resource to learn the types of care that are covered by Medicare, and where you may need to plan for supplementary insurance or funding to cover healthcare costs.
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc (NAELA) The NAELA membership is comprised of attorneys in the private and public sectors who deal with legal issues affecting the elderly and disabled.
- National Council on Aging The National Council on Aging offers tips, tools and resources to help older adults and caregivers of seniors to stay independent. The site is full of practical advice like when to apply for social security and how to keep your finances secure, as well as senior care industry news that is relevant to an aging population.
- National Parkinson Foundation The National Parkinson Foundation’s mission is to help every person diagnosed with Parkinson’s live their best possible life now. NPF has funded more than $189 million in care, research and support services to improve the lives of people with Parkinson.
- The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research The Michael J. Fox Foundation is the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research in the world and is dedicated to providing educational resources, including those that help families and organizations learn how to care for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease.
- Asbestos Pleural mesothelioma is a rare malignant cancer caused by inhaling asbestos fibers into the lungs. Almost 75 percent of mesothelioma cases form in the pleura, making it the most common of the four types.