Category Archives: Caring for Older Adults

The Changing Cost of Prescription Drugs Under Medicare

posted September 2022 by Dianne Savastano

At Healthassist, we conduct detailed analyses for our clients that identify the out-of-pocket cost (co-pay or co-insurance amounts) for the prescription drug component of Medicare – Part D. Whether they choose a separate Part D prescription drug plan or a retiree or Medicare Advantage Plan that includes Part D coverage, we help our clients… Read on…

A Life Well Lived

posted June 2022 by Dianne Savastano

I was introduced to Rosalie in April 2009 as she was about to embark on her first total knee replacement. Her children recognized that living alone and scheduling a major orthopedic procedure at the age of 86 required forethought and outside support. In April 2022, Rosalie passed. Over our 13 years together, we managed… Read on…

Planning for Alternative Living Arrangements

posted May 2022 by Dianne Savastano

As we age, at some point in our lives, we may experience a downward progression; it could be physical, cognitive, or some combination. And while each individual’s experience will vary, there are some consistent patterns. For some of us, the change in type and degree of care required will also require a transition to an… Read on…

Hiring and Managing Professional Caregivers

posted April 2022 by Dianne Savastano

Last month, I wrote about hiring private caregivers to care for a loved one in your home. I explained that one of the first questions that needs answering is whether the help is needed to assist rehabilitation — in which the individual being cared for will regain functional abilities and possibly get better —… Read on…

Working Effectively with Professional Caregivers

posted March 2022 by Dianne Savastano

Over the past few months, I have shared how my mom experienced a fall that resulted in left-sided fractures of her shoulder and foot and prevented her from bearing weight on her left side for 12 weeks. In preparation for her return home from the skilled nursing facility that she was in for more… Read on…

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Recent Issues

Portals, Passwords, and Patience: Essential Elements for Understanding Your Health Plan
The Impact of Your “Healthcare Buckets”
Clarifying Common Medicare Misconceptions
Preparing for Upcoming Outpatient Surgery
The Changing Cost of Prescription Drugs Under Medicare