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Recovery When we think of the after effects of having surgery, suffering from a fall or other accident, or even from an illness, most of us know it is usually recommended that we have some physical therapy to aid in our recovery.  But do we fully understand the entirety of its ramifications?   Why Physical Therapy for Recovery I once had surgery on my hand and was amazed at how the muscles in my hand deteriorated so quickly while in a splint.  Even after recovering I would often wear the splint if I was going anywhere I had to shake… Read More »

How to Care for Loved One with Alzheimer’s by Pamela Mangen, MBA, MSN, RN, PHN, PCCN-CMC, LSSGB It is never easy to accept Alzheimer’s, whether it’s a friend or loved one, or just someone else. Although it has been around for awhile, many of us are still uncertain as to the actual effects of the disease.  Understanding the disease would help you to tailor your care for the individual and provide more effective, compassionate care.  In this blog, we want to address care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s with some suggestions we hope you find of value. The Statistics … Read More »

Your Health Education When we are young we might get your health education at school or from our parents.  Maybe in our 20s we become gym rats and get our health education from a personal trainer.  But what do we do as we age and are faced with health issues we never thought would happen to us? Learning More You may believe in continuing education regarding your job to advance, maybe you looked into advanced degrees or even night seminars to further your job advancement requirements.  But what about your health education?  Does it ever cross your mind?  When you… Read More »

If you have older people in your family or circle of friends, do the words Dementia or Alzheimers come up?  Do we interchange these words and assume they are one and the same?  So let’s discuss.  Dementia is kind of a universal catch word that is based on memory loss. It is about a group of symptoms that might alter one’s abilities to function in their normal life.  Dementia is not an actual disease but other diseases can cause dementia. What is Dementia Two types of changes would indicate dementia.  Cognitive changes and Psychological changes are most noted.   Some of… Read More »

Don’t miss meeting us at the Community Health Fair on June 10th, 10am-2pm Ceduceus Event Center 18200 Yorba Linda Blvd Ste 250 (2nd Floor) Always good to get a baseline of where you are in your health.  Knowledge is gold!  Lots of complementary consults. RSVP to 714-646-8058 or email at support@caduceusmedicalgroup.com for a free goodie bag.  Look forward to meeting with you there!! Caduceus Medical Group  June 10th 10am-2pm Always feel free to contact us at Transition Care Telemetry! Transition Care Telemetry

Happy Memorial Day to All in the US Today’s the day we celebrate and honor those who gave their lives to protect our country in its history.   And to honor those families who gave their loved ones for that purpose we also honor them. Thank you and Happy Memorial Day!  Enjoy your loved ones today! From all of us at Transition Care Telemetry https://transitioncaretelemetry.com

Aging is Unavoidable Aging is not avoidable.  As much as we want to try different things to slow the process, aging is unavoidable. Every birthday we celebrate just ticks that notch up a little bit further.  As you age, you also notice those around you aging. However, it’s harder for us to see ourselves. I remember my mother used to comment how old one of her friend’s looked.  I wanted to say, Mom, have you looked in the mirror?  Of course I refrained.  So if you are dealing with an elder parent, maybe a partner, or even yourself, heads up…. Read More »

Do You Know What Your Insurance Covers Who Wants it Anyway? Health Insurance is sometimes a taboo subject.  I know that for most of us Health Insurance is a mystery.  I know it is for me. Who wants it anyway?   It’s a necessary evil.  You don’t want to be without it but how often we feel it’s a lot of money when you’re not using it.  What does it cover? Finding Out Too Late What is the worst thing to happen is that you find out too late that you need a type of health insurance coverage that you… Read More »

We plan for things that matter most. For every unforgettable event, there is a plan with unrelenting attention to detail. The most memorable weddings, vacations and birthday parties are meticuously designed, with every piece in its place. Planning a funeral or celebration of life is no different. Plan ahead and protect the people you love. Having your funeral, cremation or cemetery plans in place means your loved ones aren’t caught unprepared. Planning the details ensures they aren’t left with the burden of second-guessing what you would have wanted. Why Dignity Memorial When pre-planning with Dignity Memorial, you also get added… Read More »

Are You Feeling Like You’re the One Needing a Caregiver? Are you a caregiver for a loved one? Do you know when it’s time for you to ask for help? When the caregiver needs a caregiver is our topic today. We love our loved ones. Our goal is to help them out. We want to give back. However, sometimes, or anytime, it may be time to ask for help. It’s similar to when they tell you in an airplane to put on your oxygen mask first so that you can help others.  As caregivers, you need to put your oxygen… Read More »