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New Social Security Benefits for Alzheimer’s(0)
March 10, 2010
This article from Inside Elder Care informs us about the Social Security Administration’s new Compassionate Allowances Program. This is a fast-tracking system that will greatly expedite the process of patients being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and start receiving benefits.
Profile: Mark McClellan - Washington Wonderkind
Mark McClellan is the driving force behind the new Long-Term Quality Alliance. Discover in this article from McKnight’s Long-Term Care News why and how Mark has become the key go-to person on issues of healthcare and long-term care.
Top Brain Fitness Programs for Sustaining Mental Acuity
Healthy brain function in seniors involves more than memory and coordination. This article from Inside Elder Care discusses brain training programs that could ultimately help the elderly with everyday tasks, relationships and improve their overall quality of life.
The Miracle Berry
Read this article from MSN’s Natural Health to discover the many health benefits of blueberries. Medical research has shown that this powerful little fruit that is high in antioxidants can possibly reverse the loss of short-term memory that happens as we age.
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