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Approximately 3.5 million people in the U.S. are living with a disability due to Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). According to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, falls are the leading cause (35%), followed by motor vehicle-related injuries (17%), and blows to the head that occur during sports or other activities (17%). This is…
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic degenerative disease affecting nearly 1 million people in the U.S. It occurs when the immune system attacks and damages the central nervous system, leaving behind scar tissue in the form of lesions. This is where MS gets its name: “sclerosis” means “scarring.” Depending on where lesions occur—the spinal…
Software technology has become an important driver of change in every industry, and healthcare is no exception. Modern software can be found in everything from diagnostic and treatment solutions to patient/member-facing technologies that aid in the coordination and delivery of care. When the world turned remote in 2020, the criticality of these later…
When caring for a loved one, advanced planning is key. This holds especially true when medical needs become complex to the point where the person you care for is incapable of taking care of him or herself. A healthcare proxy is the legal document designed for situations where a person becomes incapacitated due…
On Feb. 23, Inside Indiana Business reported on Indiana’s participation in a multi-state collaboration to improve supports for family caregivers, led by the Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS).
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness month. AMD is the leading cause of vision loss in people over 50 and the disease is very common among older adults, but it can be challenging to diagnose early on. Also, treatment options tend to be limited. Read on to learn about the types, symptoms,…
Indiana’s Division of Aging will work alongside the Indiana Department of Health, AARP and Caregiver Homes from Seniorlink, a provider of Structured Family Caregiving, as part of a multi-state collaborative led by the Center for Health Care Strategies.
Seniorlink is pleased to announce that Matt Marek is joining its executive team as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Thomas Riley will continue as CEO, the position he has held for the past decade.
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