Looking after your parents as they get older has certain challenges, but coordinating their care while you live in another state can be especially difficult. From navigating different time zones …
Activity-Based Therapy (ABT) for the Spinal Cord Injured and Neurologically Impaired
Spinal cord injuries, or SCI, are devastating injuries that can leave a person unable to move and/or feel sensations in parts of their body. There are, however, treatments that help …
Physical Activity for Adults With Chronic Illnesses and Disabilities
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, set by the CDC, recommend that adults with chronic health conditions and adults with disabilities should exercise for a minimum of 150 minutes per …
A Guide to Guardianship in Florida
Guardianship is the legal procedure of appointing someone to take over the decision-making ability of an incapacitated minor, senior, or person with disabilities. The laws surrounding guardianship differ from state …
Understanding Guardianship: Who Needs Guardianship, and Why?
If you have a loved one that is elderly, disabled, or incapable of managing their own financial affairs, it may be time for them to consider guardianship. Guardianship is …
Why is Case Management Important for Senior Citizens?
As seniors age, completing day-to-day activities that seemed mindless before may become increasingly challenging and stressful. Tasks like driving, cooking meals, and completing chores around the house may become out …
What is Case Management?
Case management, also known as care coordination, is a service that is provided to patients with disabilities or medical conditions to help them achieve their highest level of wellness. Whether …
See us at the 24th Annual Family Cafe!
Family Cafe, the largest cross-disability event in the nation, is returning to Orlando for its 24th year to unite Floridians with disabilities for informative training, networking, breakout sessions, and more. …
Exploring Hospital Beds for Home Care
What is a Hospital Bed? A hospital bed is an adjustable bed that gives users enhanced positioning controls to improve comfort, as well as improved sleep, circulation, safety, and …
An Overview of Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) and Wheelchair Technology
Categories of Equipment When looking into what equipment may be appropriate for someone with a disability or sustained injury, there are often many options to consider. However, there are two …