The last time you dropped by your mom’s house in Kansas City, did you notice an unpleasant odor? And finally realize it was coming from her? Unfortunately, elderly people don’t always bathe as often as they should. There are a number of reasons why. For example, changing clothes can be difficult. Or there could be a fear of falling in the tub. Or they may just not remember they didn’t do it. Here are some things you can do to help if your mom (or dad) has stopped bathing.
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Overland Park, Kansas – When you think about staying healthy, you probably think about making lifestyle changes to prevent cancer and heart disease. But keeping your bones healthy is just as important. Here are some important facts provided by the National Osteoporosis Foundation.
Continue readingOverland Park, KS – In the past year, there have been dramatic changes in the long-term care insurance landscape. Several major insurance carriers are raising their rates significantly and some are even closing this line of business altogether. Industry insiders strongly believe that the rich policies that are offered today will not be around in a couple of years. This means that unlimited benefits and indemnity policies will be a thing of the past. What does this mean to you? It means that there is no better time to purchase long-term care insurance than right now.
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