Tune-in tonight as I discuss why it’s imperative to make ensure that you’re relationship with you’re physicians is a healthy one and one that you’re satisfied with. I encourage you to think of yourself as a consumer first in order to feel empowered in the patient/physician relationship. Resources to checkout physicians and hospitals: Docinfo.org NCQA.org or dhds.Texas.gov

Being a caregiver is an overwhelming obligation. Most times the caregiver accepts the role with no warning or the necessary skillset. It’s a learn on the job experience often gained on the fly. Yet, the caregiver is often a person whose overlooked! Who cares for the caregiver?!? Tune-in as I discuss self care and not becoming invisible as the caregiver. Learn self care tips and how to recognize caregiver burnout! Check out these resources for caregiver support: caregiver.org

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Everyday 150,000 people worldwide die of that number 7000-8000 occur in the United States. Yet death remains one of the least talked about experiences that we face. Tune-In tonight as I share my personal and professional insights into death and dying. @ ekrfoundation.org Gone From My Sight the Dying Experience by Barbara Karen’s @bkbooks.com. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share ARealNursePodcast.

Did you know that according to the World Health Organization 1 in 6 individuals age 60 and above have experienced some form of elder abuse.

Tonight’s episode on Arealnursepodcast will discuss elder abuse, it’s contributing risk factors and how can we as a society address this issue. An issue that according to the CDC and WHO estimate that the number of victims will only increase as the aging population increases and resources decrease!

In-depth discussion Medicare benefit coverage and options. Considerations for selecting the right coverage for use. Check-out Medicare.gov for further enrollment information. Go to www.cms.gov/Medicare/CMS-forms-Forms to access form no. 0938-0950 Appointment of Representative. Finally, check out CMSHHSgov on YouTube for helpful up to date video’s on the 2021 benefits and enrollment process. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share. Until next week peace and blessings

Did you know that 92% of people age 55 to death think about end of life matters but only actually but their affairs in orders. Thus leaving a web of uncertainty when they can no longer make their own decisions. Leave a road map for your family by having your affairs in order. Tune-in to this episode for helpful ideas as to where to begin.

Often no consideration is given to what will happen should mom, dad or that loved one can no longer meet their daily needs. Be it due to physical healthcare challenges or cognitive changes. This episode will discuss resource options and how to access resources to meet the individual at their level of need. My guest tonight is Qiana James and Bonnie Lundie. Qiana is the proprietor of Friendly Faces and Bonnie is a Regional Licensed Healthcare Administrator for a long term care facility organization. Both ladies provide insightful information in their perspective fields. If you reside in the Houston area and find yourself in need of private senior care please consider Friendly Faces Senior Care @www.friendlyfaces.com. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and share@arealnursepodcast found across all social media platforms.