[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]by Madhavi Koli Introduction According to the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers white paper Invisible Overtime, nearly 20% of American employees are also family caregivers, providing approximately 20 hours of care per week. These responsibilities directly impact the US workforce’s productivity. Per AARP’s 2020 Caregiving in...
By Anil Nachnani, MD and Madhavi Koli Hospital-at-Home (HaH), or Acute Hospital Care at Home (AHCaH) programs, are designed to provide selective acute-level care to eligible patients in their homes instead of in a hospital. In 2020, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) implemented...
By Madan Jagasia, MD The journey of a cancer patient and their family caregivers is difficult and fraught with fear and anxiety. Caregivers are often tasked to make tough choices amidst uncertainty. The cancer control continuum framework has been used for the past 50 years to...
This is a curated list of verified sources related to cancer care. It is not intended to be a comprehensive directory of all literature related to cancer care, but resources that can help answer common caregiver questions. We will periodically review and update these sources....
This is a curated list of sources and articles related to Mobility and Durable Medical Equipment. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all literature related to mobility, but select sources that can help answer common caregiver questions. We will periodically review...
The insurance coverage rules for wheelchairs and other mobility aids may vary by Health Plan and often change. Below are the commonly known criteria for insurance coverage of Mobility Assistive devices....
Saves money: you shop based on what you already know you're cooking. Less produce goes to waste, because you buy mainly what you know you will use. Saves time: We're always more efficient when we shop from a list. Plus, you shop less, usually doing...
The Health at Every Size (HAES) approach has gained credibility with dietitians who work with people struggling with weight in recent years. The term originated from Linda Bacon’s book, Health at Every Size: The Surprising Truth About Your Weight. HAES is supported by several registered...
A Practical Guide for Caregivers and Patients on Post-Orthopedic Procedures Introduction Recovering from orthopedic procedures and surgeries requires proper care and support. As a caregiver or patient, it is crucial to understand the key points for a successful recovery. The guide provides essential information & guidelines to...