Questions to Ask at a Senior Rehab Care Meeting
When a loved one is staying at an inpatient rehab center, you naturally want to stay informed and involved in their recovery. Open family communication isn't just comforting — it's a meaningful part of the healing process. The best rehab centers recognize this and make it simple for families to stay connected every step of... Read more »
Preparing for Rehab: What to Pack After a Hospital Stay
If you’ll be transitioning from a hospital stay to a short-term rehab center after surgery or illness, you may be wondering what to pack. Luckily, you’ll be able to trade the hospital gowns for your own pajamas, but you will need more than just comfortable sleepwear during your stay. Here is a list of what... Read more »
How Much Does Post-Surgery Rehab Cost?
My father will be having hip replacement surgery later this month. I’m trying to figure out how much a nursing and rehab center will cost and how much of it his Medicare will pay for? He lives in Central Ohio just outside Columbus. Can you help? It all seems so confusing! Renee _______________________________________________________________________ Dear Renee:... Read more »
Top Tips for Purchasing Safe Shoes for Seniors
As we age, our feet undergo natural changes that can affect balance, mobility, and fall risk. In fact, one in four older adults experiences a fall each year. Choosing the right shoes can play a key role in reducing fall risk and increasing safety and independence. Here are our top tips to help seniors select... Read more »
Do’s and Don’ts When Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease
Providing care and support to a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia can come with unique challenges. The disease causes physical damage to the brain, affecting functions like judgment, memory, and speech. For adult children and caregivers, managing these changes can be difficult. To offer guidance, we’ve compiled a list... Read more »
Home Safety Checklist for Seniors
If you chose to spend time visiting a senior loved one at their home over the holidays, you may find yourself wondering how safe they are living alone. Adult children often find themselves in the position of trying to evaluate an older family member’s home environment for safety. Do the stairs have strong handrails? Is... Read more »
Post-Hospital Rehab Insurance Questions
Navigating insurance coverage for post-hospital rehabilitation can be confusing, especially when a parent or other loved one is recovering from a serious injury like a broken hip. Our Optalis team members regularly guide families through healthcare logistics and insurance policies. In this blog, we break down the key aspects of insurance coverage to help you... Read more »
