Ask One Senior Place: Safety assessments could help prevent falls
Lisa Conway - FLORIDA TODAY Q: I worry about my aging parents, who live alone. Both have fallen a couple of times already. Is there ...More
Lisa Conway - FLORIDA TODAY Q: I worry about my aging parents, who live alone. Both have fallen a couple of times already. Is there ...More
Barbara Fradkin - Hometown News Can someone to explain Medicaid to me? How do I know if I qualify? First, let's define Medicaid and Medicare, ...More
Barbara Fradkin - FLORIDA TODAY Q: I have been in and out of the hospital with several health issues. My family is several hours away ...More
Lisa Conway - Special to FLORIDA TODAY Q: Is depression in seniors different than in other age groups? A: There are more than 54 million ...More
Barbara Fradkin - Hometown News Q: I am a caregiver for my parents and sometimes I cry or yell over the smallest thing. What is ...More
Brenda Lyle - Special to FLORIDA TODAY Q: If my doctor suggests medical marijuana will Medicare cover the cost? A: The short answer is: no. Cannabis, ...More
Barbara Fradkin - Special to HOMETOWN NEWS Reader Question: My husband refuses to get medical checkups. What should I do? Answer: In the U.S., men die ...More
Lisa Conway - FLORIDA TODAY Q: I keep hearing about the opioid epidemic. Are seniors affected by it? A: The opioid epidemic (or opioid crisis) ...More
by Lisa Conway - Hometown News This is an important question, as depression and anxiety levels in the U.S. are elevated from multiple stressors. Currently, ...More
Barbara Fradkin - Special to FLORIDA TODAY Reader Question: Lately, I am having problems making it to the bathroom. Is this normal as I age? Answer: Actually, your ...More