HealthSense provides the very best in care management to families with aging parents or siblings
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During times of crisis or uncertainty, we at HealthSense help families with aging parents or siblings to make good choices and take actions that will improve the health and quality of life for their loved ones. HealthSense LLC provides the very best in Aging Life Care™ management. Our Aging Life Care Professionals™ are compassionate and knowledgeable, and will develop customized care programs that
best suit your loved one's needs. Care giving can be a challenge for families and individuals coping with acute and chronic medical conditions. Some illnesses require specialized treatment and management long after an acute health crisis or hospitalization. We understand that navigating today's health care environment can be difficult. We are here to provide advice, advocacy, assistance and education to help make that process easier. HealthSense provides holistic, individualized care management planning that is client centered and outcome driven. Short and long term care management programs are available and are tailored to each client's unique needs. Who Should Contact Us?
-Older adults who are finding it challenging managing their health and home care needs
-Children and family members concerned about an older adult who is coping poorly at home
-Older adults and their families who are experiencing or contemplating a transition in a home or care environment
-Healthcare professionals who have clients that could benefit from strategic health and home care planning
A SHOUT OUT TO OUR HEALTHSENSE NURSES!
National Nurses Week 2024 is celebrated from May 6 to May 12. During this week, we honor our incredible nurse care managers who embody the spirit of compassion and care. Thank you for empowering elders to thrive! Whether you’re a client, a health care colleague or simply someone who appreciates nurses’ dedication, we encourage you to reach out and thank them!
Calling all New York Chapter of the Aging Life Care Association Members! Please be sure to vote on our potential merger with the Aging Life Care Association. Your voice matters!
Emotional health matters! Some aspects of it are not under our control, but many are! This self-guided exercise will get you thinking about how you are feeling and how you may be able to improve your overall mood! https://buff.ly/3T4pdtD
This self-guided check-in will help you know how you’re doing — and learn how to make changes.
Alzheimer’s testing may be transforming -it’s complicated! Read this excellent article by Paula Span at the NYT
New criteria could lead to a dementia diagnosis on the basis of a simple blood test, even in the absence of obvious symptoms.
Kudos to our NYALCA merger committee chair, Sheila Kolt, and her team for putting together a great Merger Presentation! I am proud to have voted YES to this important initiative.
ALCA will be a fully unified association if our New York Chapter merges and will enjoy all the benefits that brings including more administrative and logistical support and insurance and financial management support cost savings! Please take a minute to send in your vote!
I was recently interviewed on how care management can save families time and money by offering expert navigation through the aging space.
Experts, from peers to professionals, can help you build your caregiving muscle to ensure strength for difficult days
Moving a spouse into a care facility is not giving up, quite the opposite. A whole new sense of responsibility and stress may develop. Having solid resources, care management and group support can help ease the transition for both.
The move to a long-term care facility is often difficult but necessary for frail patients. For their partners, it can mean a new set of challenges.
Very exciting news on the pharmacological front. After 20 years of research, a brand new class of non-opioid pain medication may be an option to treat severe chronic pain.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals said its medicine could address moderate to severe acute pain, and might be able to avoid the risk of addiction.
An excellent opinion piece in The New York Times on the importance of hiring workers properly and legally. This is particularly important when retaining a private home health aide, caregiver or companion. Holistic Home Care Associates supports both clients and caregivers, offering them turnkey solutions in the private pay space with matching employment and payroll.
The gig economy is expanding and exploiting more workers.
How exciting! This technology has the potential to revolutionize the field of neuroscience and improve the lives of those with devastating neurological conditions!
The billionaire said his company’s first product, called Telepathy, would let a person control a phone or computer “just by thinking.”
HealthSense Holiday Celebration
Happy Halloween from NYC! Love the creativity that goes into the window and door stoops!
Regular resistance training exercises are essential in combating the physical and mental effects of aging, offering a wide range of benefits, including increased muscle strength and bone density, enhanced balance and coordination, and a reduced risk of falls! Moreover, it has positive impacts on mental health by alleviating symptoms of anxiety and depression, enhancing cognitive function, and uplifting mood and self-esteem. Regardless of age, incorporating regular resistance training into our lifestyle can significantly improve both our physical and mental well-being.
Prioritizing physical fitness and health as you age can help you go through your normal day-to-day routine without feeling physically exhausted at the end of the day.
I am delighted to have been named an Honoree for the CaringKind Alzheimer's walk for 2023.
To me, this cause is deeply meaningful both personally and professionally. I credit my father Dr. Sean O’Toole, a groundbreaking cardiologist, who courageously struggled with Alzheimer’s Disease with inspiring me to blaze a trail in the aging and home care fields.
My work is focused on helping families navigate their unique aging journey through strategic planning, coordination, and cognitive enrichment so that they can live their best lives no matter what the challenges.
Along with my business partners, I also provide private home care staffing options through and consult with home care businesses to improve their operations and care delivery with .
Please join me on October 22nd in Central Park by joining my team or contributing to this important cause. https://buff.ly/46sqAHy
In honor of , I wanted to share this year's CaringKind Alzheimer's Walking path on October 22nd. Join me on this campaign by donating to my page, joining my team either virtually or in-person to walk at Central Park and spreading the word through your networks.
Together, we can make a real difference to improve the lives of so many!
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Read my latest blog on . Find out how to advocate for seniors who are in skilled nursing facilities. https://buff.ly/3rdOhol
In recent years, the issue of inadequate staffing levels in skilled nursing facilities has become a growing concern. The Covid-19 pandemic compounded this problem when challenging work conditions in hard hit facilities led to staff burnout. Now skilled nursing facilities are competing with deeper po...
Ending the week on a sweet note. https://buff.ly/3rkY7Vg
Great day of shooting with Abbe Udochi for a segment on the benefits of working with Aging Life Care Association Managers to be aired in November on The Balancing Act Be the Change segment of the Montell Williams Show. Thank you Melissa Sheehan for hosting us at 305 West End Assisted Living in
Heartbreaking story on the burdens and worries of caregiving for a parent with dementia - unfortunately Medicare does not cover much home care services for the physically disabled let alone dementia. Aging Life Care Association professionals can help with navigating care and identifying resources
"I’m simply a daughter who cares about her parents. And I’m a citizen looking around at our irrational health care system and feeling helpless, enraged and scared."
Home monitoring systems can bring peace of mind to older adults. Scroll down to the section on "Who Needs A Home Monitoring System" for the best candidates https://buff.ly/3EL4O67
Home monitoring systems track older adults’ daily movements and notify caregivers. Our Reviews Team highlights five options worth considering.
Riveting talk on maintaining ethical boundaries New York Chapter of the Aging Life Care Association
"Death is cheaper than chemotherapy" - great article on why insurance companies complicate and delay the appeals process
https://buff.ly/44JE9B8
I spoke with more than 50 insurance experts, patients, lawyers, physicians and consumer advocates about building a tool anyone could use to navigate insurance appeals. Nearly everyone said the same thing: Great idea. But almost impossible to do.
Just because you had Covid before doesn't mean you are protected against reinfection - in fact this study found the opposite among certain senior populations New York Chapter of the Aging Life Care Association
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# covid vaccination
A surprising finding by researchers at McMaster University runs counter to prevailing wisdom that previous COVID infection protects against future infections.
A government proposal to increase the minimum staffing requirements at nursing homes falls short --the proposed raised standards are far too low - it translates to 1 nurse for every 44 residents and one aide for every 10 residents. For all of you who have loved ones in nursing homes, don't expect that call bell to be answered any quicker--this staffing ratio is still abysmal.
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The Biden administration has just listed 10 expensive and common drugs that they will focus on price negotiation through the Medicare reimbursement system - this is a big deal and deserves support from all constituents who care about the skyrocketing price of drugs!
The move represents an unprecedented step in a long political war over the nation’s exorbitant drug costs.
Are you or someone you know finding it hard to navigate medical visits? If so, think about consulting with an aging life care manager. We are your personal advocates, ensuring your needs are met and your voice is heard at every medical appointment. 🗣️💪 From explaining complex medical jargon to coordinating care, we’ve got your back! https://buff.ly/3OGdG1q Aging Life Care Association New York Chapter of the Aging Life Care Association
For many seniors, especially those with chronic diseases, their calendars often overflow with doctor appointments. Keeping the calendar straight, arranging transport, and trying to keep on track with medical conditions and treatment options can often be overwhelming. Once there, in the hustle and bu...
There are more questions than answers as doctors and insurance companies weigh in on how or if the new Alzheimer's drug Leqembi will change the management of this disease. The drug which has been approved by for use in some patients still comes with a hefty price tag. While it has been shown in studies to be effective at removing amyloid plaques in brain neurons with Alzheimer's disease, it doesn’t reverse cognitive decline or prevent future deterioration. Great exploration and summary of the issues by Graham Judith Graham at Kaiser Health News. https://buff.ly/447zybX
Clinics serving Alzheimer’s patients are working out the details of who will get treated with the new drug Leqembi. It won’t be for everyone with memory-loss symptoms.
Important article on the rising incidence of substance abuse among older populations. Keith Humphreys, a psychologist and an addiction researcher at Stanford University School of Medicine, touched on a cord when he said "Aging boomers still use drugs far more than their parents did and the field wasn't ready for that"
Many aging baby boomers have long histories with drugs, cannabis and alcohol. “The field wasn’t ready for that,” said one expert.
Really enjoyed presenting to over 50 seniors at DOROT www.dorortusa.org
"Quarterbacking Care & Empowering Choice: Exploring how Aging Life Care Professionals Navigate and Guide the Aging Journey" was very well received. Engaged audience with great questions! Aging Life Care Association
When care needs increase, what do you do? Here are more common situations that may warrant considering a transition to a senior living community New York Chapter of the Aging Life Care Association Aging Life Care Association
Home is where the heart is and the vast majority of older adults want to age in place in their own home. When care needs increase, many families will support their older loved ones by either providing direct caregiving help themselves or will hire caregivers to care for their loved one so they can s...
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The 20th Annual Orchid show at NYBG is here again through April. Go and enjoy the oxygen rich environment and the stunning flowers. Wheel chairs available. https://buff.ly/3Zs8e6C #ElderCareSolutions #DementiaCare #CognitiveEnrichment #MindSense #Conversations #FunExperiences #Nature #ImmersiveExperiences #Orchids #Culture #NYC #Exhibitions #ArtandCulture #Botany #Plants #Plantpower #Freshair #Oxygendense
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