Surgical Supply Stores

Sarasota/Venice/Port Charlotte/Ft Myers/Naples Discount Medical Supply of Florida – 941-954-9066 – 2045 12th Street – https://www.discountmedicalsupplyfl.com/ Florida Surgical Supply – 941-366-2345 – 4500 S. Tamiami Trail – http://www.floridasurgicalsupply.com/ Medical Department Store – Sarasota, Venice, Port Charlotte, Ft Myers & Naples – http://www.medicaldeptstore.com/ St. Petersburg Affinity Home Medical Equipment – 727-522-2256 – 3511 49th Street – https://www.affinityhomemedicalequipment.com/index.htm Suncoast Medical Supply Co – […]

EQUIPMENT Hospital bed Wheelchair Transporter chair (lighter weight, foldable wheel chair) Walker Cane Bedside commode Raised toilet seat Shower seat Hand held shower spray Urinal for men Safety bars Lift chairs What does Medicare cover? Medicare Part B does NOT cover: shower seats, raised toilet seats, grab bars, medical alert systems, or intercoms OR common […]

Per the Mayo Clinic: http://www.mayoclinic.org/sundowning/expert-answers/faq-20058511 The term “sundowning” refers to a state of confusion at the end of the day and into the night. Sundowning can cause a variety of behaviors, such as confusion, anxiety, aggression or ignoring directions. Sundowning can also lead to pacing or wandering. Sundowning isn’t a disease, but a group of […]

AARP lists 10 Ways to Deal with Caregiver Stress: 1. Put your physical needs first. Eat nutritious meals. Don’t give in to stress-driven urges for sweets or overindulge in alcohol. Get enough shut-eye; if you have trouble sleeping at night, try napping during the day. Schedule regular medical checkups. Find time to exercise, even if […]

SIGNS THAT SOMETHING IS WRONG – IMPORTANT 1) Dehydration 2) Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) 3)  Agressive Behavior DEHYDRATION Water is needed throughout the day to help prevent constipation, dehydration and to plump up veins for blood drawing, I.V therapy, etc. Dehydration can occur for many reasons in the older adult population and those with dementia. […]

PROJECT LIFESAVER Project Lifesaver is the premier search and rescue program operated internationally by public safety agencies, and is strategically designed for “at risk” individuals who are prone to the life threatening behavior of wandering. The primary mission of Project Lifesaver is to provide timely response to save lives and reduce potential injury for adults […]

National Respite Network and Resource Center – archrespite.org or 703.256.2084 – If you click on Respite Locator on the left hand side of the website, enter your zip code and the site will show you different options within your area . State of Florida – Department of Elder Affairs  –  Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative (ADI)  https://elderaffairs.org/programs-services/bureau-of-elder-rights/alzheimers-disease-initiative/ –  The ADI […]

To help you decide the best options for your loved one: Senior Care Management – 561 444 9450 Sunshine Senior Placement- president Arnie Cowan,  954 326 0756 Alternatives for Seniors – 888-932-7747 – https://www.alternativesforseniors.com/ Care Patrol – a FREE senior housing placement service that helps families find independent living, assisted living, memory care and in-home care […]

MEDICARE Medicare home health information can be found here: https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/home-health-services.html Upon discharge from a hospital or rehab facility a CHAA agency (Certified Home Health Aide agency) will be assigned and paid for by Medicare. The CHAA will provide an aide, PT, OT and Social Work services. The amount of services is determined by the CHHA […]

Meals on Wheels – Enter your zip code on the following page to find the nearest location: http://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/?gclid=Cj0KEQjwzq63BRCrtIuGjImRoIIBEiQAGLHdYdQqaSet2p2avgNstE8N2EZf2yLotRegiZsPWNpqNWMaAiph8P8HAQ1-888-998-6325 Miami/Dade County      Meals for the Elderly Provides older persons with hot nutritious meals and activities in a Senior Center setting five days per week.  For more information please contact: Main Office 701 NW 1st Court, 11th Floor […]