Advancingsmartly.org

The Importance of Oral Hygiene in Older Adults

WEBBy Abigail Haller, Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, …

Actived: 7 days ago

URL: https://advancingsmartly.org/2019/05/06/the-importance-of-oral-hygiene-in-older-adults/

The Role of the Environment and Mental Health: Part One

WEBAccording to the American Psychiatric Association, extreme heat actually increases emergency room visits and admissions for people suffering from mental …

Category:  Health Go Health

Senior Independence – The Psychological Benefits of Aging in Place

WEBAdditionally, studies have shown that aging in place is beneficial for seniors. According to a study done in 2000, “ [a]dults aging in place exhibited better levels of …

Category:  Health Go Health

What is a Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare

WEBFirst, a Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare is a legal form that allows a person to appoint an agent, called a “Patient Advocate”, to make healthcare decisions …

Category:  Health Go Health

The Importance of Physical Activity – Advancing Smartly

WEBby Karen Flores, Hotline Attorney We all know that a sedentary lifestyle is detrimental to both physical and mental health, however, during the winter months, …

Category:  Health Go Health

How Does a Medicaid Spend-down Work

WEBHere is a limited overview of how a Medicaid Spend-down typically works. Individuals with a Medicaid Spend-down have a monthly deductible they must reach …

Category:  Health Go Health

Maintaining Emotional Wellness – Advancing Smartly

WEBBy Betsy Smith MiCAFE Network Shareholder and Partner Manager at Elder Law of Michigan Stress and depression can have adverse effects on our physical …

Category:  Health Go Health

Fun and Affordable Fitness for Those with Limited Mobility

WEBBy Abigail Haller, Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan. Exercising the heart comes with many health benefits. One major benefit, …

Category:  Health Go Health

“True cost of aging” index shows many U.S. seniors can’t afford …

WEBVia Money Watch By Judith Graham Nationally, and for every state and county in the U.S., the Elder Index uses various public databases to calculate the cost of …

Category:  Health Go Health

Medical Fitness – Advancing Smartly

WEBby Shirley Brown, MiCafe Community Partner Engagement Specialist No matter your age, if you are considering adding exercise to your daily routine, recognize …

Category:  Health Go Health

Can You Be Both Sedentary and Active

WEBThe Sedentary Behaviour Research Network (SBRN) defines sedentary behavior as any activity you perform while awake in a sitting, reclining, or lying position …

Category:  Health Go Health

Medicare Explained – Advancing Smartly

WEBBy Vonda Vantil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Social Security and Medicare have a few things in common. Both programs help safeguard millions of …

Category:  Health Go Health

6 Simple Steps to be a Wise Healthcare Consumer

WEBMake a point to attend your annual physical, get your recommended vaccines, and schedule your screening appointments for breast cancer, colorectal …

Category:  Cancer Go Health

A Guide to Guardianship: Probate vs. Mental Health Code

WEBBy Jadranko Tomic- Bobas, J.D., Managing Hotline Attorney; Julia Miller and Emilee Evans, Elder Law of Michigan Interns.. Guardianship is a process that allows for …

Category:  Health Go Health

Forming and Maintaining Connections While Physically Distancing

WEBBy Grace DeRose-Wilson, Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan Did you know, “Loneliness and social isolation can be as damaging to health …

Category:  Health Go Health

The Importance of Companionship – Advancing Smartly

WEBIt gives us a feeling of belonging and importance which has a chain reaction on other areas of our mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. Having companionship …

Category:  Health Go Health

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month – Advancing Smartly

WEBBy Kathryn Larlee, Hotline Attorney On May 16, 1987, a New York Times article announced that the famed actress, Rita Hayworth, had died in her New York …

Category:  Health Go Health

The Psychological Impact of Poverty on Seniors

WEBThe Psychological Impact of Poverty on Seniors. by Kathryn Larlee, J.D. , Hotline Attorney. “Will you still need me, will you still feed me, when I’m sixty-four?”. The …

Category:  Health Go Health

Aging and the LGBT Community – Advancing Smartly

WEBby Alexis Ringman, Project Administrator June is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month. LGBT Pride Month celebrates diversity, …

Category:  Health Go Health

Michigan Combined Application Project ( MiCAP) – Policy Change

WEBBy Darling Garcia, Director of Community Services. The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) has approved the Michigan Combined Application Project (MiCAP). …

Category:  Nutrition,  Food Go Health