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The Ward Law Firm on the Importance of Planning for the Golden Years

June 17, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Set Your Plan in Motion

By: Ronald Ward, Jr., Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine

Planning can be an enjoyable activity. When planning a trip, we often read books, magazines, and internet articles about our destination. Where will we stay? What will we eat? How will we get there? How long will we stay? Admittedly, retirement planning is less enjoyable for most people than planning a trip to Europe. Even so, this planning should bring you peace of mind. By eliminating the unknown and embracing a plan, our human nature finds comfort in moving toward our goal if we have an estate plan. […]

Family Matters talks "Don't Forget the Details of Planning Ahead" – LIVING WELL Magazine

June 16, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Don’t Forget the Details of Planning Ahead
Courtesy of Family Matters, East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine
Most people rely on industry experts to plan their estates, preparing wills, trusts, health care directives, powers of attorney and financial plans […]

The staff makes all the difference at a senior living community

June 16, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The staff makes all the difference at a senior living community
Courtesy Spectrum Properties, North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine
When looking at your options for senior living, it’s always important to look at the amenities, the location and the price, but most people forget the most vital service. It’s one that cannot be copied, marketed or researched on the internet. The single most essential aspect of any community is the staff. […]

Your two best friends!

June 15, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

YOUR TWO BEST FRIENDS!
Courtesy Star Dental Systems, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine
Mary G. is an attractive woman in her early 60s. Her medical history shows nothing alarming. The history of her sporadic dental care, however, was evident upon examination and evaluation: cracked fillings, a couple of root canals and many lost teeth, in addition to a gum disease called periodontitis. […]

The role of a physical therapist in a skilled nursing facility

June 15, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Lacombe Nursing Centre
The Role of a Physical Therapist in a Skilled Nursing Facility
By Nicole B. Fleming, PT, DPT, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
The role of a physical therapist in a skilled nursing facility is to promote, maintain and restore physical function within the neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, integumentary, and the cardiopulmonary systems. When a patient is admitted, an evaluation is performed and a plan of care is established to improve their endurance, mobility, balance, and strength. […]

Ron's Carrus Story – Chapter Two

June 14, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Ron’s Carrus Story
Chapter Two
Courtesy Carrus Rehabilitation Hospital, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
When Ron Vardeman was moved from Carrus Specialty Hospital to the other side of the facility where Carrus Rehabilitation Hospital services are provided, he was enthusiastic. He knew he had achieved significant goals and was ready to meet the next challenges. […]

Key Things to Know About Probate When a Loved One Dies

June 14, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Key Things to Know About Probate When a Loved One Dies
By Lori A. Leu & Erin W. Peirce, Texas LIVING WELL Magazines
Have you ever heard someone ask whether a Will or an estate has been “probated,” and wondered, “What is probate?” The term “probate” refers to the judicial procedure wherein a Will is proven to be valid. Over time, the term “probate” has evolved to refer to the legal process in which the estate (everything owned at the time of death) of a deceased person, called the “decedent” is administered, whether or not the person had a Will. […]

MAKING YOUR OWN HEALTHCARE CHOICES

June 12, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

MAKING YOUR OWN HEALTHCARE CHOICES
Courtesy Lakeshore Surgical Specialists, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
There is a good likelihood you will encounter the need for a general surgeon some time during your lifetime, whether as elective surgery or emergent. When given the opportunity, choosing a general surgeon is a privilege not to be taken lightly. […]

Is Your Homecare Provider “Paying For Your Vote?”

June 12, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Is Your Homecare Provider “Paying For Your Vote?”
By Michael Fife, A.C.T. Home Health, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
Ethics is a hot topic today for many industries, and healthcare providers are under the microscope more than ever before. Because of the intensely competitive nature of our economy, many homecare providers are seeking new and innovative ways to gain market share. […]

JOIN THE UROLOGY CENTER OF COLORADO FOUNDATION FOR THE BLUE SHOE RUN FOR PROSTATE CANCER

June 11, 2012 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

JOIN THE UROLOGY CENTER OF COLORADO FOUNDATION FOR THE BLUE SHOE RUN FOR PROSTATE CANCER […]