According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, advocacy is: the act or process of supporting a cause or proposal: the act or process of advocating something What does advocacy really mean in daily life? And why would someone need the services of a paid advocate? Most adults advocate for themselves and their loved ones without really being aware they are doing it. Yet, when advocacy is lacking, … [Read more...]
HIPAA: Giving Your Advocate Access to Health Care Information
HIPAA is meant to protect your privacy, but misunderstandings about the law can cause unintended snags for you, your advocate, and your health care team. HIPAA stands for “Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act” of 1996, which includes the HIPAA Privacy Rule. The Rule was not designed to get in your way! But well-meaning staff in medical settings can sometimes keep medical … [Read more...]
How to Advocate for an Elderly Loved One at Medical Appointments
It’s often difficult for older people to deal effectively with the health care system. By advocating for your elderly loved one in during medical appointments, you can keep their health care on track and increase their well being and independence. How Care is There Geriatric Care Management Can Help If you live at a distance from your loved one, or if your job or family responsibilities … [Read more...]
Everyday Miracles
Among the team at Care is There, we describe ourselves as miracle makers. Miracle makers? Isn’t that a little over-the-top? Sure, we help with all kinds of everyday things, but… miracles? We use powerful language intentionally. First of all, caregiving is difficult. Sometimes it’s a long slog of things that don’t seem very significant. It’s so easy to get discouraged and doubtful about the … [Read more...]
How to Be An Effective Advocate for an Elderly Loved One or Client
Life can become frustrating and discouraging for people who have difficulty perceiving, communicating, or travelling - especially when circumstances are unfamiliar. An advocate can provide valuable assistance by clarifying options, helping their client or loved one make their own choice based on their own values, communicating that choice, and doing the practical things necessary to implement the … [Read more...]
ClaimJockey – Insurance Claim Company
ClaimJockey is an independent insurance claim company that specializes in filing long-term care insurance claims. Their claims experts act as a bridge between the policyholder and the long-term care insurance company, working with the policyholder, his or her spouse, children, attorney, tax advisor and care provider. ClaimJockey’s goal is to help policyholders understand their policies, … [Read more...]
Navigate the Insurance World with MarciCare
Navigating the world health insurance and Medicare can be tricky, so it’s great to have a guide like Marci Kramer of MarciCare. Marci Kramer, MS, CSA, is a patient advocate and Medicare advisor who helps people make informed decisions on Medicare, health insurance and healthcare services. Read MarciCare’s profile on CareisThere for a full list of their services. Marci’s clients are those who … [Read more...]