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Kara Lewis
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About Kara
Kara Lewis is a former UX copywriter at A Place for Mom, where she wrote dozens of articles related to senior living, with a special focus on veterans, mental health, and how to pay for care. Before covering senior living, she worked in journalism, media, and editing at publications. She has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.
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Last updated October 11, 2024
Care coordination for seniors involves a care plan created by a team of caregivers and health care providers.
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Last updated July 31, 2024
Learn about the many options available to pay for independent living. Get tips on how you can use these for your own unique situation.
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Last updated July 10, 2024
Help your parent with dementia come to terms with a move to memory care by using this conversational guide to prepare.
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Last updated January 23, 2025
Explore VA nursing home options, eligibility, and costs to ensure your veteran loved one gets the care they need.
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Last updated December 18, 2023
Medicare and VA health care are government-funded programs that eligible veterans can use in tandem to help pay for senior care.
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Last updated March 23, 2023
Learn about the risk factors for elderly suicide and tips for improving elderly mental health.
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Last updated January 12, 2022
Learn symptoms of vitamin D deficiency in elderly adults and the recommended dose of vitamin D.
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Help your older loved one stay rested with these foods that help you sleep and tips on foods to avoid.
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Learn about differences between women caregivers and male caregivers, and how to make care equitable.
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