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Why House Calls Save Money

Melissa Brickley
January 13, 2009 16:17

The New York Times The New Old Age Blog By Jane Gross Dr. Jack Resnick, an internist in New York, believes that if the frail elderly are treated at home by doctors making house calls, as they did in the good old days, then medical outcomes will improve and Medicare costs can be reduced. Dr. Resnick...

For Sox Fans, Eternally

Melissa Brickley
December 01, 2008 17:34

By Eric Moskowitz Globe Staff / December 1, 2008 ROCKLAND - For years, lifelong Red Sox fans wanted their team to win the World Series so they could finally go to the grave in peace. Now, they can do it encased in the team's logo as well. Yes, the officially licensed Red Sox casket has arrived. The...

Elder Mediation Resolves Family Conflicts

John Gosselin
November 28, 2008 17:57

"My daughter is insisting I move in with her," complains Martha. "She just wants to control my life and take away my freedom," she continues. Jenny, Martha's daughter worries that her mother keeps falling, and fears one day she will break her hip or hit her head. "I'll take...

How to Cook an Amazing Thanksgiving Turkey Without Being a Turkey to Your Family

Melissa Brickley
November 25, 2008 11:46

I make my Thanksgiving turkey a couple of different ways, sometimes, I'll even make two or three smaller birds in different styles. My favorite method for preparing turkey is really the most simple. First, choose a fresh 10-12lb whole turkey, clean it thoroughly. Preheat a three burner gas...

Qualifying for Medicaid - A Massachusetts Guide to Medicaid Asset Protection Techniques

John Gosselin
September 06, 2008 23:50

I admire Roto Rooter. Few other businesses are so financially successful using a single tool - such as the spiraling drain cleaning tool. As an elder law and Medicaid attorney in Massachusetts I am starting to feel like Roto Rooter. New Medicaid regulations and qualifications have made it nearly...