Archive for August 2020
Essential Shopping and Travel During COVID-19: What to Consider Before Making a Trip
Seniors and those at a higher risk for contracting the virus should stay home if they don’t have to go out. However, that may not be an option for everyone. For those who don’t have loved ones nearby to assist with tasks like grocery shopping or banking, it is especially important to exercise caution when…
Read MoreIncreasing Social Interaction for Seniors and Offsetting Cognitive Decline During COVID-19
Professionals who work with seniors have long realized that social isolation leads to cognitive decline. Widespread awareness of this significant healthcare issue has increased due to COVID-19. Our clients are noticing it with their loved ones, and here at Hurley Elder Care Law, we are noticing it with our own families. What are the options…
Read MoreCOVID-19’s Long-term Impact: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
In our May newsletter, we discussed changes to Georgia Nursing Home Medicaid due to the COVID-19 crisis. We all hoped the changes would be short lived and everyone could go back to “normal.” However, the effects of COVID-19 are proving to be more long-lasting. Our clients and their families have experienced unique and challenging situations.…
Read MoreHow COVID-19 is Affecting Seniors Differently
From the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the evidence shows that seniors are more vulnerable to catching the virus and to the ensuing deadly complications. Why is that? What is it that makes seniors more likely to contract COVID-19? A recent article in The Washington Post suggests that our bodies response to infection changes…
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