Holiday Newsletter – December 2024
Symphony Care Management Holiday Newsletter
Veteran’s Day blog
Veteran’s Day is a time of reflection...
Life’s Transitions
Fall is a time of transition for those of us in New England...
Newsletter – September 2024
Symphony Care Management News, Health & Wellness Newsletter.
Care Partner Coaching
Dementia Specialist Julia Nickrosz, CDP, shares her insights on navigating challenging transitions for individuals with dementia.
COVID-19 Vaccine available in August: Why is this so important for older adults?
High-risk season is coming: Protect yourself from Covid 19 and the flu as recommended by the CDC.
CDC Recommends Updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines for Fall/Winter Virus Season.
New Alzheimer’s Medication: FDA approves treatment for adults with Alzheimer’s disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Kisunla (donanemab-azbt) injection for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Treatment with Kisunla should be initiated in patients with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia stage of disease, the population in which treatment was studied in the clinical trials…
The Dangers of Urinary Tract Infections for older adults with Dementia: What you need to know
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a significant health concern, especially for older adults and individuals with dementia. These infections can cause changes in mental status, such as increased confusion, agitation, and lethargy. Often, UTIs in those with dementia go undetected due to their inability to report symptoms or the infection being asymptomatic. This can lead to hospitalization, which we strive to prevent through education and awareness.
Planning for your “Retirement Years”: What is the elephant in the room that no one wants to talk about?
In my 40 years of experience working with older adults in every environment, there is one crystal clear fact that I have learned: No one wants to plan for the end of their lives. This is understandable. Why would we want to think about that when we are focused on making our current lives the best that it can be?
Newsletter – Summer 2024
Symphony Care Management News, Health & Wellness Newsletter. Read along to find helpful information featured in our Summer newsletter.
