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The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Dementia: Understanding the Link
Studies have consistently shown that hearing loss is associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia.
Patti Urban
Feb 263 min read
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Differences Between Hospital Admission and Observation and the Financial Ramifications
Hospital admission vs. observation
Patti Urban
May 30, 20244 min read
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Why Do People with Alzheimers Wander?
By: Patti Urban, GCM, CDP, CSA Wandering is a common behavior observed in individuals with Alzheimer's disease, and it can be attributed...
Patti Urban
Jan 5, 20242 min read
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October is Health Literacy Month
by: Patti Urban, CDP, CSA That's right! October is Health Literacy Month, dedicated to promoting understanding of health information and...
Patti Urban
Oct 1, 20233 min read
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Tips for Helping a Loved One Adjust to Assisted Living
Adjusting to an assisted living community can be challenging for a loved one. Here are some tips to help them with the transition.
Patti Urban
Jun 19, 20233 min read
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Eldercare Crisis: Overview
Eldercare Crisis
Patti Urban
Jan 24, 20232 min read
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Death Doula Support Role
by Patti Urban, CDP, CSA Death doulas, also known as end-of-life doulas, are non-medical professionals trained to provide emotional,...
Patti Urban
Jan 13, 20232 min read
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Holiday Fun with Siblings When Caring for Parents
by Patti Urban, CDP, CSA The holidays are a time of joy and family – until it’s not. Ask any family caregiver how successfully they...
Patti Urban
Nov 28, 20224 min read
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October is National Long Term Care Planning Month
by Patti Urban, Aging Life Care Professional, Aging Care Planning Solutions It's Time to Get Prepared for the Future!!! Long-Term Care...
Patti Urban
Oct 3, 20224 min read
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Thinking About Downsizing?
Is is time to downsize? Six tips to get you started.
Patti Urban
Feb 22, 20221 min read
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The First Christmas After the Sudden Death of a Spouse
Mother comforting daughter
Patti Urban
Dec 13, 20213 min read
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November is National Long Term Awareness Month
Long Term Care
Patti Urban
Nov 9, 20213 min read
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Supporting Your Aging Loved Ones from a Distance
Tips for supporting your aging loved ones from a distance
Patti Urban
Sep 10, 20213 min read
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Post Hospital Care After Pneumonia
How to Care for Yourself After Pneumonia
Patti Urban
May 11, 20212 min read
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February is AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month
What is AMD? Age-related Macular Degeneration, or AMD, is named after the macula, that small area in the back of your eye that is...
Patti Urban
Feb 2, 20213 min read
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Hoarding and Seniors – The Dangers
In my practice as a geriatric care manager, I come across senior hoarders. Families are frustrated that their aging loved ones are...
Patti Urban
Jan 18, 20213 min read
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New Year's Resolution: Do Your Advance Directives
HAPPY NEW YEAR! If you haven't made a New Year's Resolution yet, I've got just the one for you. Everyone over the age of 18 needs Advance...
Patti Urban
Jan 4, 20213 min read
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What to Say to the Dying
Part of the cycle of life is experiencing the end of a loved one’s life. Being present and offering kind, good, healing words .
Patti Urban
Dec 21, 20202 min read
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Christmas is Right Around the Corner. What Better Time to Talk About the Family.
Will you be celebrating the holiday with a nearly normal or dysfunctional family? The normal aging family can have their own problems....
Patti Urban
Dec 17, 20201 min read
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Holidays and COVID and Aging Parents – 7 Tips to Save the 2020 Holidays
It’s that Holiday time of year again. BUT it’s 2020, so for all of us it will be a different kind of Christmas as we navigate visitation...
Patti Urban
Dec 8, 20202 min read
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