Healthcare Advocacy Partners

06/18/2026

You start an antibiotic. A few days later… a rash shows up. Most people think: “Probably nothing.” And most of the time—they’re right. But not always.

Some reactions to antibiotics are more than a simple rash. And when it comes to antibiotic safety in older adults, missing the early signs can turn into a much bigger problem.

Stay safe by learning which signs are serious, and which ones are most likely not a big deal here: https://9huwh.r.a.d.sendibm1.com/mk/mr/sh/6rqJ8GoudeITPxQLXVP1z5faabV/mLpi6P-8T_fy

06/15/2026

Having you been taking certain medications long term?

Many older adults have been on medications like Xanax, Ativan, or Va**um for years.
No major issues. No big side effects. So the thinking becomes:

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. But here’s the problem:

What looks like it’s working can quietly be creating risks—especially when it comes to benzodiazepines in older adults. Read more here!

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06/11/2026

Hiring a caregiver can be complicated and get expensive quickly. When you’re considering care for yourself or a loved one, review some of the options and concerns outlined in this article to help prepare for that choice:

May 2026

06/08/2026

Linda didn’t want to live with advanced dementia but never documented her wishes—so why was she kept alive when that wasn’t what she wanted?

Although Linda Lawson had expressed her preference not to live with advanced dementia, she hadn’t formalized those wishes in a written advance directive.

06/04/2026

What should actually be in your medicine cabinet? Click the link to see if you have a complete and safe medicine cabinet, because more doesn't always mean better.

In fact, I see the opposite all the time— expired medications, duplicate products, risky combinations, and things being used “just in case.”

06/01/2026

"Retiree Medical Benefits are employer-sponsored health plans offered to eligible employees after they leave the workforce. They are designed to help cover healthcare costs in retirement and function differently depending on age" -Linda Braun

Lately, more and more clients are coming to us as they navigate employer-sponsored medical benefits, either through their own career or that of a spouse. On the surface, it may sound like a straightforward win. But in the world of retiree medical benefits, no two clients are alike. Each brings dif...

05/28/2026

Getting a good night's sleep is one of the more important habits to have, but as we get older, our sleep patterns and habits change. Are your pattern changes normal or are there some underlying issues that may need addressed?

Some of this is normal. But persistent insomnia, daytime exhaustion, new confusion, or frequent nighttime waking deserves a closer look.

05/25/2026

Dianne Savastano writes about the importance of healthcare advisors who focus on not only the clinical side, but other types of advisors, such as insurance advisors, focus on their own type of healthcare help and advice.

Among our Healthassist team members, we have healthcare advisors focused on the clinical side of the business and insurance advisors focused on that aspect of healthcare delivery.  Of course, these two areas are very much intertwined. Still, I often find in our weekly, all-team meetings that t...

05/21/2026

Advance Directives: A gift, Not a Document
Check out this article about advance directives and why they are a gift to everyone involved with your medical care.

Without the proper documents in place, doctors may not be able to share information. Hospitals may not know who should make decisions. Families are left trying to guess what you would want.

04/21/2026

Did you know that a lot of caregivers to adult family are over the age of 50, themselves? A sizeable portion on them don't feel they have the support they need. Here are ways we can show support and find programs to help these caregivers care for their loved ones.

1 in 3 people over 50 act as caregivers to adult family members or friends, but a sizable percentage don't feel like they have the support they need, or don't know about or use programs like adult day care or respite care that could help them.