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Tracey Gold to Speak at Women’s Health Fair
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound knows healthcare matters, which is why the organization is hosting its annual Women’s Health Fair on Sat., Sept. 21. […]
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A Mother’s Harrowing Tale of Her Son’s Decline into Mental Illness––and Signs to Watch for in Your Teen or Young Adult
By Kimberly Blaker Regardless of our kids’ trials and tribulations during childhood and into teen years, the furthest thing from any parent’s mind is that our child might develop a serious mental illness. Unfortunately, it’s […]
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Walking Together to End Alzheimer’s
Walk to End Alzheimer’s to be held at Grandscape on September 28, 2019. By Leu & Peirce, PLLC Leu & Peirce has many reasons to support efforts to end Alzheimer’s disease. As Elder Law attorneys, […]
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Living with Dementia
More often we are hearing physicians use the term dementia when diagnosing older patients. The earliest signs of dementia are usually memory problems, confusion, and changes in the way a person behaves and communicates. Dementia […]
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How to Choose a Nursing Home
Choosing a nursing home is a difficult and important decision that we sometimes have to make. The key to successful nursing home placement is having confidence that the facility provides consistent quality care and offers […]
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How Unmet Social Needs Cause Health Decline
Unmet social needs contribute to health decline in population. National survey reveals that physicians believe that unmet social needs lead to worse health. A recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive* reveals that the majority, four […]
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Toolkit Helps Families Prepare for Emergencies
The call that can strike terror in the hearts of families, “Mom suffered a stroke,” or “Dad’s is in the ER.” That call can happen at any time, largely because of medications seniors take. Seniors […]
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Take Proper Steps When Caring for Those With Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias contribute to five million people age 65 and older in 2010 living with these devastating conditions and probably 500,000 people under age 65. With baby boomers rapidly reaching age 65, […]
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How to Handle Life After a Hospital Stay
Life after a Hospital Stay Very few problems arise that present the same level of concern as an unforeseen, unexpected event that lands a senior loved one in critical care. It can happen without warning, […]
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Selecting the Right Trustee for Your Trust
When considering using a Revocable Living Trust for your estate plan, there are several items to consider and talk over with your attorney and family. One that is particularly important is the selection of the […]