Cassandra Hill
Working with seniors is my passion. I have been involved in the geriatric field for over ten years and really enjoy impacting the quality of their life. I have been honored with VIP Professional Woman of the Year and Stanford Who's Who for the work I have done professionally. Currently I serve as Marketing and Outreach Chair for the Walk to End Alzheimer's and volunteer with a local hospice company.
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What is CPR?Many people have misconceived ideas regarding CPR. This article provides information on CPR and the process invloved with CPR. Learing more about CPR enables individuals to make informed decision regarding medical care.
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What is Advance Care Planning?Generally we underestimate the importance of advance directives. Advance directives will provide peace of mind to individuals and their families offering relief from making tough decisions that can be decided before a crisis.
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Tips to Prevent Caregiver BurnoutTaking care of someone can be a daunting challenge. The best way to provide great care is to take care of yourself. This article provides suggestions on taking care of the most important person: You.
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Facts About HospiceHopefully this article will dispel many myths regarding hospice. Hospice is an excellent program that can provide several benefits. This article will cover information regarding hospice and how to locate a hospice program.
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Medicare's Origin How History Repeats ItselfMedicare insurance was developed to help seniors. Politics heavily impacted Medicare becoming passed. This article addresses the politics and shows similar trends happening today.
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Where to Find Resources for SeniorsCaregiving for a loved one can be a challenge. Many seniors can stay in the community safely with the appropriate resources. This article covers typical things a senior will need and how to get them possibly free.
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Ins and Outs of Geriatric Care ManagersThis article will help seniors and their families learn some of the benefits a geriatric care manager can provide. Readers will also learn what to expect when initially meeting with a geriatric care manager.
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Navigating Through the Senior MazeCareegiving doesn't have to be done alone many resources are available to help seniors. This article briefly discusses how to reach agencies and people who can assess senior's needs then provide solutions to assist in meeting their needs.
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What is Adult Day Care and Why Society Needs It?As society ages more seniors are staying at home. What are options are available to keep seniors safe at home? Adult day care is an alternative for the elderly person who doesn't require instiutional care but requires some supervision.
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Financial Exploitation with SeniorsUnfortunately seniors are considered targets with scam artists. Seniors learn to protect yourself from scammers. We will benefit from learning about common scams and how to protect ourselves from scams as well as what to do if we are exploited.
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Fighting Cutbacks for the Older Americans ActWe are in the world of budget cuts. The Older Americans Act has provided many critical resources to seniors. Congress is proposing to cut significant amounts of money to the Older Americans Act. Let's protect our seniors from poverty.
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Checklist for Nursing HomesWe have seen the commercials about elder abuse and neglect in the nursing home. Can this be avoided? YES, choosing the right facility can drastically reduce the risk of being abused. This article will assist in finding the right place.