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How to Apply for Missouri Medicaid
Missouri seniors can apply for MO HealthNet online at myDSS. Alternatively, an application can be downloaded here. For assistance with the application process, call the MO Department of Social Services Family Support Division at 1-855-373-4636....
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Frustrations When Caring for a Patient with Alzheimer’s
Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s can be a challenging experience as you can witness how their memories and skills slowly decline as the disease progresses. It can be an emotional process for both the personal care provider and their...
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Elder Care: Starting the Conversation About Home Care
As we get older, we may require several medications and assistance from others to maintain our health and perform daily living activities. When it becomes evident that your aging parents or a family member require assistance at home, it may be...
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In Home Care vs Nursing Home
The home caregiver will give a participant the one-on-one attention they need. In in nursing homes, the seniors outnumber the caregivers. So they may have to “wait for their turn” for the attention of the aides. Seniors feel more...
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How to Communicate With a Loved One With Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s is a progressive, irreversible brain disorder characterized by dementia symptoms. A person with Alzheimer’s experiences mild memory loss during its early stages and gradually lose the cognitive ability. Alzheimer’s disease is...
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Tips for dementia caregivers at home
For people living with dementia, increased confusion is often the first symptom of any illness. If an individual living with dementia shows rapidly increased confusion, contact your health care provider for advice. People living with...
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