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26 Frequently Asked Questions About Long-term Care

WEBSeveral things increase your risk of needing long-term care. Age -- The risk generally increases as you get older. Gender -- Women are at higher risk than men, primarily …

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Protecting the Privacy and Security of Your Health Information …

WEBProtecting Your Health Information. Your health information provides insight into the personal, often-sensitive details of your life. Protecting the privacy and security of this …

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Medicare Open Enrollment: Everything You Need to Know

WEBWhen it starts, when it ends, and how it works for original Medicare and Medicare Advantage. Once a year Medicare gives its nearly 66 million beneficiaries a chance to …

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Health Care SeniorNavigator

WEBAre you the primary caregiver helping an older loved one choose their health care? Click now to find valuable articles, links, resources, and services in your area. …

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Connection to Care Program SeniorNavigator

WEBConnection to Care provides Pfizer medicines for free to qualified patients through their doctor's office. Connection to Care is part of Pfizer Helpful Answers, a family of …

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10 Signs of Hearing Loss You Shouldn’t Ignore SeniorNavigator

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Kidney Disease, Advocacy and Information VirginiaNavigator

WEBThe National Kidney Foundation, Inc., a major voluntary health organization, seeks to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases, improve the health and well-being of …

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Aging Well Medical Concerns Hyperthermia and Hypothermia

WEBLearn the difference between hyperthermia and hypothermia. Click now to find articles, links, and information to prevent hyperthermia and hypothermia in your area. …

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Finding a Nursing Home: Don’t Wait Until You Need One to Do …

WEBThe 2021 national median for monthly nursing home costs was $7,908 for a shared room and $9,034 for a private room, according to the 2021 Cost of Care Survey by insurance …

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Patient Assistance & Drug Assistance Program

WEBPatient Assistance Program and Drug Assistance Program. Drug Assistance is for patient who has health insurance that does not cover the drug. Patient Assistance is for patient …

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Mountain Laurel Cancer Support and Resource Center (MLC)

WEBThe Mountain Laurel Cancer Center Support and Resource Center (MLC) is dedicated to providing personalized cancer support and resources in a community-based, welcoming, …

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Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) Fact Sheet

WEBWhat is progressive supranuclear palsy? Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is an uncommon brain disorder that affects movement, control of walking (gait) and balance, …

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Comprehensive Rehabilitation, Portsmouth Health and Rehab

WEBPortsmouth Health and Rehab offers comprehensive rehabilitation services. ndividualized care plans are designed to meet the specific nursing and rehabilitation needs of each …

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Caregiver, Alzheimer's Disease VirginiaNavigator

WEBThe Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) was founded in 2002 to provide support, services and education to individuals, families, and caregivers affected by Alzheimer's …

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Spasticity: The Basics VirginiaNavigator

WEBWhat is Spasticity? Spasticity is a condition in which there is an abnormal increase in muscle tone or stiffness of muscle, which might interfere with movement, speech, or be …

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In Times of Stress: Finding Links to the Past

WEBConnect with resources near you by searching through our resource directory of over 26,000 local, statewide, and national programs and services.

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Virtual Senior Center VirginiaNavigator

WEBThe Virtual Senior Center (VSC) was launched more than a decade ago, trailblazing the way for homebound older adults to combat isolation and loneliness through live online …

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Choosing a Doctor VirginiaNavigator

WEBMrs. Wiley had a big surprise the other day when she called her doctor's office to make an appointment. The receptionist told her that Dr. Horowitz was retiring at the end of the …

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Senior Companion Program VirginiaNavigator

WEBIf you’re 55 and want to share your experience and compassion, you have what it takes to be a Senior Companion. By becoming a companion to a frail person, you help that …

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Spot the Red Flags of Elder Financial Abuse

WEBA major red flag of potential financial abuse is “unexplained activity in an older person’s accounts,” says Stephanie Genkin, a certified financial planner in New York. Inquire …

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Special Concerns for the Elderly Who are Homeless

WEBAging in place, in-home care and independent living take on a harsh mantle in the context of life on the streets. In most urban and in some rural communities a Continuum of Care …

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Virtual Senior Center VirginiaNavigator

WEBThe Virtual Senior Center (VSC) was launched more than a decade ago, trailblazing the way for homebound older adults to combat

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