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GUEST COLUMN: Depression and Dementia
What if you were hurting deeply inside but didn’t know how to tell anyone? That's the predicament faced by man with dementia.
Feb 10, 2020


A Friend Told Me to Call…
Many people find their way to Takacs McGinnis because someone who has already worked with us told them to call. In this video, a client...
Jan 24, 2020


A Client Speaks
All of us at Takacs McGinnis consider it a privilege to walk alongside seniors and their families during the long-term care journey.
Jan 24, 2020


Why It’s Important to Get the Right Help
Navigating the elder care journey for a loved one can be costly in ways you might not expect.
Jan 24, 2020


Beware the New Twist on an Old Scam
Criminals trying to pull the Social Security scam on seniors aren't just using robocalls. They're now sending letters.
Jan 21, 2020


FAQ: The Tennessee Real ID
What is REAL ID? In 2005, Congress passed what is called the REAL ID Act. The law created a series of minimum security standards for...
Jan 20, 2020


Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act is Now Law
It’s official. The Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019 (Public Law 116-23) took effect on Jan. 1, 2020.
Jan 3, 2020


Five New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers
2020 is here. It’s the start of a new year and a new decade. This is the time of year when many people take stock of their lives.
Dec 27, 2019


Caregivers in the Workplace
Caregivers aren’t just at home looking after the person that needs their help. They’re also in the workplace.
Dec 18, 2019


Why You Need a Dementia Safety Plan
How can you keep your loved one safe? Creating a dementia safety plan is a great place to start.
Dec 10, 2019


Let's Pause for a Moment of Gratitude
A loved one’s illness can come out of nowhere, and then everything changes. The blessings don't have to end if you focus on gratitude.
Nov 19, 2019


Beware the IRS Scam Letters
A few months ago, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reported complaints from people receiving fake letters supposedly from the IRS.
Nov 15, 2019


Online Resources for Caregivers
Are you one of the 43 million Americans acting as a caregiver to a family member or friend? There resources can help.
Nov 15, 2019


Grieving a Parent
Grief is different for each person and there’s no right or wrong way to mourn a parent.
Nov 15, 2019


Tips for Halloween and Dementia Patients
Scary costumes, extra visitors, candy concerns, Halloween decorations, trick-or-treating, and spooky sounds can create agitation.
Oct 8, 2019


October is Residents’ Rights Month – Part 1
Do a person’s rights change when they’re no longer completely independent?
Sep 25, 2019


October is Residents’ Rights Month – Part 3
What rights are residents guaranteed under the 1987 federal Nursing Home Reform Law?
Sep 25, 2019


October is Residents’ Rights Month – Part 2
What rights are residents guaranteed under the 1987 federal Nursing Home Reform Law?
Sep 25, 2019


Types of Dementias and How They Differ
There is in fact a difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s which is important to understand. Dementia is a general, umbrella term.
Sep 10, 2019


Using Online Ratings to Choose a Nursing Home
How do you select the proper facility and ensure that your mom or dad will be safe and well cared for?
Sep 6, 2019


Driving and Memory Loss: Having the Conversation
Is an elderly loved one experiencing memory loss? Do you worry when he or she gets behind the wheel?
Aug 1, 2019


The Deed Scam Resurfaces
Just when you think that a scam has been snuffed out, fraudsters find a way to resurrect it. Case in point: the Deed Scam.
Jul 30, 2019


The Medical Appointment – Be Prepared
The nurse said, “Good morning, I will be taking your blood pressure first.” “No!” Betty said. “You are not!”
Jul 30, 2019


Find Your New Life after Caregiving
What happens then when the person you care for dies and you’re no longer a caregiver? How do you return to the life you had before?
Jul 19, 2019
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