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Practical answers about home care, Medicaid and caring for a parent in New York City — written by our coordinators and reviewed by Anna Klyauzova, MSN, RN.
Choosing and Managing Care
Respite care means someone else takes over caregiving for a few hours, a weekend or longer. In New York it can be paid for through Medicaid,…
End of Life and Hospice
When serious illness makes cure unlikely, comfort care becomes paramount. For Brooklyn families facing end-of-life decisions, palliative home care offers a compassionate alternative to hospitals—allowing seniors…
Dementia and Alzheimer's Care
Dementia affects 6 million Americans, with 120,000 deaths annually. For Brooklyn families, dementia care at home allows seniors to maintain dignity, remain connected to their community…
Health Conditions and Medication
Depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline are common in aging but are often overlooked in favor of physical health management. Yet emotional wellbeing is foundational to overall…
Health Conditions and Medication
Keep one current list of every medicine, have a pharmacist or doctor review the bottles at least yearly, and use an organizer or reminders. In New…
Home Safety and Aging in Place
Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death in seniors—one in four experience falls annually. Yet most falls are preventable through environmental modification and safety strategies.…
Recovery and After Hospital
Hospital discharge marks the beginning of recovery, not its end. The transition from hospital to home is critical—poor planning leads to readmissions, complications, and preventable hospitalizations.…
Medicaid, CDPAP and Insurance
Understanding insurance coverage for home care is critical to maximizing benefits and minimizing out-of-pocket costs. This comprehensive guide covers Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and New York-specific…
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