The Clare Care Blog
Helpful Information for Seniors and their Families
Deciding on Your Medicare Future — Traditional vs Advantage
Who knew deciding which Medicare plan to pick could be so challenging? To the unfamiliar, it may seem a bit like translating a foreign language! And, to make matters even more complicated, it’s not always clear which plans, particularly within Medicare Advantage,...
Home Care Organizations Should be on the Front Lines of COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution
While the advent of a COVID-19 vaccine very encouraging, it’s unfortunate that home care organizations have so far at the time of this writing not been given the ability to distribute and administer the vaccine to the elderly population, the group at greatest risk for the virus.
Why Home-based Medical Care is the Solution in 2021 and Beyond
It’s safe to say that the past year has been unlike one we’ve ever experienced. COVID -19 has disrupted all of our lives to varying degrees, and forced us to adapt to the “new normal.” Without question, one of the industries most disrupted in 2020 was healthcare. In...
Celebrating the Holiday Season Safely During COVID-19
The holidays are here and there’s nothing we want more than to celebrate with our families and friends, but COVID-19 is NOT on anyone’s Wish-List! After nearly a year of separation from our loved ones, we long for a joyous celebration around the table, but as of this writing, COVID-19 still poses a great health risk, so we have to reconsider how we celebrate.
This holiday season won’t be what we’re used to, but there are still ways to make it special and enjoyable for your entire family. Think outside the box and you’ll find some unique ways to celebrate that will keep up the holiday spirit and your family and friends safe. Below, we included a few helpful suggestions and ideas for how to spread holiday cheer without spreading the virus.
Tips for Keeping Older Adults Safe During the Winter Season
The cold winter months are difficult for everyone, but especially for older adults. The freezing air and slippery roads create hazardous situations for vulnerable bodies. Here are 6 tips to keep them safe during winter. 1. Bundle Up Older adults are more...
Flu Shots During COVID-19 – What Seniors Need to know
Winter is approaching, which means flu season is too. And, this year, we need to protect ourselves not only from influenza, but also the Coronavirus. That's why it’s even more essential to take the proper precautions, especially for our senior patients who are more...
If I’m Over 65, Do I Need the Higher Dose Flu Shot?
Flu season is upon us and that means it's time for the flu shot. With so many choices, we've helped narrow it down to the right ones for seniors. Our motive is to present you with your options so that with your doctor's help and the information you've gathered...
Staying Hydrated During the Summer
Now that summer has officially begun, it’s more important than ever to stay hydrated. The old adage tells us to “drink eight glasses of water a day” to prevent dehydration--a condition that occurs when the body does not have...
What is Hypothermia?
If you are like most people, you feel cold every now and then during the winter. What you may not know is that being really cold can make you very sick. Older adults can lose body heat fast-faster than when they were young. A big chill can turn into a dangerous...
Breast Cancer: Know the Risk Factors
Breast cancer is just as common in women over the age of 65; in fact, a woman’s chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer drastically increases with age. According to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, a woman in her thirties has a 1 in 233 chance of being...
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