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If you are caring for elderly parents, we’ve got you covered !
Recent Posts
Will Medicare Pay For My Equipment Rental ?
As our elderly parents get older, the frequency with which we have to buy different pieces of...
Does Medicare Cover Exercise Equipment ?
Every day, I help my mom go through her little routine of exercises to keep her back strong, and...
Does Medicare Cover Bed Wedges ?
About 20 months ago my mom had hip surgery at 88 yrs old, and we were trying to work out whether...
Does Medicare Cover Grabbers ?
As far as I can remember, I think we have had several grabbers floating around the house for my...
Does Medicare Cover Walking Canes ?
I would think the cane is possibly the easiest, and most the commonly used aid by both the...
Does Medicare Cover Walking Boots ?
Having gone through the whole hip replacement experience as my mom's caregiver, I have been taking...
Does Medicare Cover Ice Machines ?
Having to go back and forth for outpatient treatments can be very tiring for elderly parents, and...
Are Commode Liners Recyclable ?
Cleaning out the bedside commode is, probably, one of most caregivers' least favorite jobs, and so...
Does Medicare Cover Bed Alarms ?
For a caregiver of elderly loved ones and parents, such as myself, nighttime can present some of...
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Welcome ! I’m Gareth. This site is where I share all the stuff I have learned, as my elderly parents’ caregiver, of over 10 years. I hope it will be of use to you and your parents, and that you find what you are looking for !