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Feed Your Brain
Three meals a day and healthy snacks is hard to do in the best of circumstances. Snack time can turn...
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Caring Delivered
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- VNSNY CHOICE
VNSNY Twitter Chat Series
Demystifying Long-Term Care Insurance
Join VNSNY and other caregivers for “The Differences between Alzheimer's and dementia” a Twitter chat on Thursday, May 23 from 1-2 pm ET using hashtag #VNSNYchat.
Patrick Luib is the manager of clinical services for VNSNY CHOICE Health Plans. In this role, he provides clinical support to operations staff and oversees the clinical practice of its Nurse Practitioners. In 2010, Mr. Luib was a nominee for the Association for Community Affiliated Plans “Making A Difference” award for promoting continuity and quality of care by designing and implementing a transitional care pilot that was subsequently operationalized and spread throughout New York City in 2011. An advanced practice nurse and board certified geriatric nurse practitioner, Mr. Luib holds an MSN from Hunter College – the City University of New York and a BSN from the University of Wisconsin at Madison.
Moderating the chat this month is @alznyc, the Alzheimer's Association, New York City Chapter. Executive Vice President, Director of Programs & Services, Jed Levine, will be asking questions and joining the conversation.
At the Twitter chat we will discuss discognitive changes that are normal versus ones that need attention and more. Join VNSNY and Patrick Luib on Thursday, May 23 from 1-2 pm ET using hashtag #VNSNYchat to learn more and join the conversation.
More useful information for caregivers from VNSNY:
Memory Loss: Alzheimer's vs. Dementia
How do you tell whether cognitive changes are normal or need attention?
For the third time this month, mom has misplaced her purse. Last time you were at the house, you actually found it in the refrigerator more...
The Inconveniences of Aging
They’re the signs and symptoms of getting older no one likes to admit or talk about: the indignities that are often a normal part of aging, such as problems with balance or sleeping, memory lapses, frequent more...
Living with Alzheimer's Disease
Whether you or a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, learning to manage these conditions can feel daunting. The unpredictable nature of these diseases can make planning for more...