Cheyl Zangrilil
For almost 2 decades Cheryl Zangrilil has been an active contributor to multiple online publications ranging in topics from hobbies to healthcare issues for the elderly and the families that support them.
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Five Steps to Make Medications AffordableFor the elderly on a fix income, medication is a major expense. Here are some ways you can make them more affordable.
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Should Your Elder Be DrivingEvery American remembers when they first got their drivers license and went out driving alone. It represented the first step in becoming an adult and freedom. How do you handle taking away that freedom from an aging parent?
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Medicare Coverage for Long-Term CareMillions of Americans over the age of 65 utilize Medicare health coverage. But very few fully understand what is covered and what is not.
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Home Safety for Alzheimer's SufferersSafety for the elderly in the home is challenging. It is even more challenging when the elderly person also suffers from Alzheimer's disease.
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Warning Signs of Financial Abuse of an Elder Family MemberThere are many forms of abuse. One that is common for the elderly is financial.
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Evaluating a Geriatric Care ManagerMaking sure an aging loved one is getting the care they need can be a full time job. Many people utilize geriatric car managers to assist them. Here is what you should know when evaluating a geriatric care manager.
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Paying Family Care GiversIt isn’t uncommon to be unable to pay for needed home care but to have too much money to qualify for assistance. One solution may be to pay a family member.
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Alzheimer’s or Just Getting Old?As we age we tend to have more frequent “memory slips”. Could this just be getting old or an indication of a more serious neurological disorder?
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The Stages of Alzheimer’sMillions of Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s. Here are the typical stages of the disease as it progresses.
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What Are Geriatric Care ManagersMaking decisions about the long term care of a elder in your family can be very difficult. In matters like this it is sometimes best to use the professional services of geriatric care managers.
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Legal and Financial Matters when Considering Long Term Care for an ElderWhen helping to care for an elderly family member there is more than just physical needs that need to be attended to. There are many legal and financial matters that also need to be considered.
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Making a Realistic Commitment to Caring for an ElderCaring for an elder in your family is a big commitment. It is very important that all members of the family including the elder discuss all the options available.
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Safety Tips for the Elderly for Outside the HomeJust because as we age we are not as physically fit does not mean we need to stop enjoying the world and being independent. But it also doesn’t mean that we shouldn’t accept the physical limitations that come with age. Here are some safety tips for the el
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The Top 6 Tips for Getting the Right Health Coverage After 65Just because you are 65 or older doesn’t mean you cannot get good health coverage at a good price. Here are some tips for getting the right health coverage at the right price after the age of 65.
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Medicare Appeals RightsIf you disagree with what Medicare is allowing to be covered or the amount of your last bill, you do have recourse. Learn about you rights to appeal Medicare.
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Challenges to Eating Well as We AgeEating well as we age can be tougher than you think. Here are some common challenges and solutions for the elderly when trying to eat well.
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Improving the Nutrition of the ElderlyThe elderly face many unique challenges to receive proper nutrition in their daily lives. Here are some guidelines to help make sure they are eating what they should.
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How to Handle Insurance Matters for an Elderly ParentFiguring out insurance matters can be tough for anyone. Here are some tips on to handle insurance matters for an elderly parent.
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Medicare Enrollment TipsEnrolling in Medicare is very frustrating for many people. Here are some simple tips to help avoid that frustration.
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Tips for Writing Your WillBasic tips for putting together a will.
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Ask Your Doctor and ListenGet good advice from your doctor and then follow through on it. It sound so simple but so few patients actually do.
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When is the Right Time for Assisted Living?Questions you and your elder parent need to answer when considering an assisted living facility.
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Self-Destructive BehaviorNobody is perfect and we all practice some form of self-destructive behavior to various degrees. But when it negatively impacts your overall quality of life it is time to make a change at any age. Here are some simple tips to do so.
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Preventing Arthritis as We Get OlderAs we get older most of us will suffer from arthritis to varying degrees. Arthritis cannot be stopped but it can be slowed. Here are some easy tips to slow the progression if arthritis.
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Reducing Costs at the PharmacyPrescription medicines are a big part of a lot of people's monthly budget. Are there ways to reduce those costs?
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Some Questions on Medications for the ElderlyFor many of us as we get older, medication becomes a part of our daily life. What questions should we be asking when going on new medication?
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4 Principles to Avoid AgingWe all get old. There is nothing you can do about that. What you can control is your quality of life.
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What is Diabesity?Diabesity is a very common health issue for elderly people. What is Diabesity and how is it treated?
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Which Doctor is Right for You?Your physician is one of your most important relationships you will ever have. Here are some tips on how to choose the best physician for you.
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Coping with Depression in the ElderlyDepression in the elderly is very common. Learn some of the warning signs of depession and how to deal with it.
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Exercise in Your LifeWhen was the last time you exercised? Exercising just 4 times a week for 15 minutes can have a dramatic impact on your health.
