21
Jan

5 Simple Ways to Manage Worry and Anxiety As You Age

More than just worry: Understanding anxiety in older adults Everyone worries. However, worry can oftentimes turn into anxiety – a persistent feeling of dread or nervousness that makes day-to-day functioning difficult. Understanding anxiety, how it affects your body, and how to manage it is vital for better health. What is anxiety? Anxiety is excessive and uncontrollable worry about common, everyday
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15
Jan

Caring for the ones who cared for us—Excellus BCBS and WellBe make it easier

At WellBe Senior Medical, we believe the most powerful medicine often starts with the comfort of home and the presence of family. For Yari Martinez-Giannillo, bringing her mother home from a distant memory care facility to upstate New York was a dream that once felt out of reach – until our partnership with Excellus BlueCross BlueShield made it possible. By
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15
Jan

WellBe Senior Medical and Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Make Healthcare Easier

At WellBe Senior Medical, we believe that every senior deserves the opportunity to age with dignity in the comfort of their own home. That is why we are so proud of our partnership with Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. By providing specialized, in-home geriatric care to nearly 5,000 Medicare Advantage members, we’ve helped families navigate complex diagnoses like dementia and successfully keep

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2
Dec

4 Easy Ways to Boost Your Energy After 60

Essential Tips for Improving Your Health As we age, our bodies and activity levels change – and so do our nutritional needs. You may not feel hungry as often, and medications can even affect the taste of food. But eating well is important for maintaining energy, muscle mass, and a strong immune system. Here are four simple changes you can
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21
Oct

Recognizing Depression in Older Adults: Symptoms and Support

Is it just “getting older,” or is it depression? If you or a loved one live with chronic conditions, it’s easy to assume that tiredness, low energy, or a lack of interest are just a normal part of aging or long-term illness. However, these feelings can often be signs of depression – and may even be treatable. Depression is not
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13
Oct

Your Guide to Medication Safety

Taking Control: Your Guide to Medication Safety If you or a loved one live with several chronic conditions, your routine likely involves multiple medications, vitamins, and supplements. These drugs are essential, but managing so many at once – known as polypharmacy – can increase the risk of overmedication or harmful drug reactions. The good news is, there are simple steps
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17
Sep

A Caregiver’s Guide to Burnout Prevention

What is Caregiver Burnout? Caregiver burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that may occur when taking care of another person; if you're experiencing caregiver burnout, you may feel a wide range of intense emotions including anxiety, fear, anger, guilt, loneliness, or hopelessness. This type of stress doesn't just affect the caregiver – it can also be
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16
Sep

The Flu Vaccine: Your Best Defense This Season

Why the Flu Vaccine Should Be a Top Priority Did you know that getting vaccinated is one of the most effective steps you can take to protect yourself against the flu? As fall approaches, it's a good time to start thinking about your annual flu shot. While the flu can be serious for anyone, it's an even bigger risk to
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4
Sep

WellBe CEO Dr. Jeffrey Kang joins Aging Forward, a podcast from Mayo Clinic

On the Aging Forward podcast, host Dr. Christina Chen invites expert guests to discuss new ways to take care of ourselves, our loved ones, and our community so we can all live longer, fuller lives. On this episode, our CEO, Dr. Jeffrey Kang, joins the podcast to chat about the value of in-home, value-based care along with his inspiration for
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20
Aug

The Power of Care at Home: Why In-Home Medical Care is a Game Changer for Seniors

Managing your health can become more complex as you age, especially for seniors balancing multiple chronic conditions. The good news? Healthcare is evolving to meet you right where you're most comfortable: your home. In fact, nearly 1 in 5 Medicare beneficiaries received in-home medical care in 2021. In-home medical care is rapidly becoming the preferred choice for older adults, offering
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