Sometimes, when just coming home after a hospital stay, the last thing a person wants to do or can do is prepare their meals. Medicare Advantage (also known as Medicare Part C) is a healthcare option you can choose to increase your Original Medicare coverage and get additional benefits like no-cost home-delivered meals. Original Medicare, which includes hospital coverage (Part A), and medical coverage (Part B), doesn’t cover the cost of meal delivery services. Part A covers inpatient hospital meals
Week by Week Guide for Knee Replacement Recovery Many adults suffer from knee pain as they grow older and their joints start to “wear out.” Most commonly, this pain is caused by osteoarthritis. Fortunately, technology continues to be amazing! These days, total knee replacement surgery is a common procedure, even for the elderly. An artificial joint made of polymers, high-grade plastics, and metal alloys replaces the worn-out joint in knee replacement surgery. More than half of a million individuals undergo knee
Health Benefits of Ginger Ginger is a root that has been consumed for millennia. This plant has the most impressive health benefits to boost the health and wellness of your body to the next level. Some healthy and nutritious ginger supplements stand the test of time, and Ginger root is no food fad! From improving digestion to helping prevent heart disease, ginger is critical to your diet. Ginger are really brimming with health benefits whether it's fresh raw ginger, ginger extract,
Oh My Back! Age-Related Back Pain While seniors can experience the same pain-related conditions that also affect younger people, those over 65 are more likely to suffer from lower back pain and arthritis. Spine Health.com (2022) states that two of the most common causes of lower back pain in seniors include spinal stenosis and osteoarthritis. Causes of Osteoarthritis Arthritis, in general terms, means swelling of the joint. It happens when the cartilage between the joints wears down, leaving your bones unable to
Is it safe for older adults to exercise? Medicare Benefits Most seniors over the age of 65 can safely exercise, even if they have mobility challenges and chronic conditions. Before starting any exercise program, you must talk with your doctor to determine which exercise options suit your activity level and health. Then, you can experience the immense and proven health benefits of exercise firsthand. Fitbit Watch to Track Heart Rate and Calories Heart rate monitoring and tracking metrics, including distance, calories burned, and
With Medicare Part B premiums rising in 2022, you may want to look for ways to save money and lower your premiums on your Medicare costs. New Medicare Advantage giveback plans do just that…give back! They give back a portion of your Part B premium. A Medicare Part B giveback plan is a Medicare Advantage plan with a reduction in your premium benefit. These plans are sometimes called giveback plans, premium reduction plans, or Medicare buyback plans. However, only specific Medicare Advantage
Headache and Migraine Triggers in Older Adults (Some Remedies) Headache and sometimes migraines are common among seniors. Fortunately, migraines seem to be less severe as someone gets older. Even though seniors frequently report headaches, migraine prevalence is less likely for those over the age of 65, except for those diagnosed with a headache or migraine disorder younger in their lives. While migraines seem to lessen later in life, there are still many types of diagnosable headache disorders. Some older adults may
Living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as Myalgic encephalomyelitis, is a complicated, serious, and long-term condition that involves many different body systems. It is a complex disorder characterized by extreme fatigue lasting at least six months, which cannot be explained entirely by an underlying medical condition. Individuals suffering from CFS are often unable to do their daily activities, and sometimes, they are confined to their beds. The fatigue gets worse with mental or physical activity
Accidents, health crises, and natural disasters happen. That is why Senior Healthcare Advisors wants you to be fully prepared for any emergency! We have created a list of helpful tips on what to put in your first aid kit! First aid means taking immediate action against a medical problem. It can be as easy as putting on a band-aid or as serious as calling 911. Having a first aid kit handy allows you to act quickly. You can reduce someone
Covid-19 The OTC card is a prepaid debit card with some Medicare Advantage plans. The card is preloaded monthly or quarterly with money that can be used to purchase plan-approved OTC items at in-network locations. Generally, the program will provide a prepaid debit card that can be used at in-network retailers; however, some plans offer a catalog instead. This catalog allows for browsing and then placing orders online or over the phone to be shipped. VITAMINS AND SUPPLEMENTS