Monthly Archives: July 2010

Recognizing Symptoms of Dementia

Posted on July 28, 2010 by St. Andrews

By: The National Care Planning Council An online article from FamilyDoctor.org outlines some common symptoms in recognizing dementia. Some common symptoms of dementia are listed below. Not everyone who has dementia will experience all of these symptoms. Recent memory loss. … Continue reading →

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Statement from AAHSA President on the 45th Anniversary of the Older Americans Act

Posted on July 19, 2010 by St. Andrews

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 14, 2010 Contact: Sarah Mashburn, AAHSA, (202) 508-9492, Statement from AAHSA President on the 45th Anniversary of the Older Americans Act “The 45th anniversary of the Older Americans Act (OAA) is an important landmark in our … Continue reading →

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Health Care Reform—How It Affects Older Adults

Posted on July 19, 2010 by St. Andrews

By: Ann Bannes Vice President, St. Andrew’s Senior Solutions The new health care reform laws will affect many Americans, and will grant 32 million citizens access to health insurance.  Many of the details are still being worked out, but the … Continue reading →

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Health Quackery: Spotting Health Scams

Posted on July 12, 2010 by St. Andrews

From: Age Page National Institute on Aging U. S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health You see the ads everywhere these days – “Smart Drugs for Long Life” or “Arthritis Aches and Pains Disappear Like Magic!” … Continue reading →

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Scams Targeting Older Adults

Posted on July 5, 2010 by St. Andrews

By: Heather O’Brien, M.S.W. Eldercare Specialist, St. Andrew’s Senior Solutions There are currently two scams targeting older adults both locally, and nationwide. MEDICARE PART D REBATE CHECK The first is related to the Medicare part D rebate check.  Any Medicare … Continue reading →

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