By admin on Sep 22, 2009 in Home And Family, Medical Device News | comments(0)
Many people have a need for home medical equipment to help them get through their daily lives. But mobility devices, home testing equipment, and other home medical supplies can have a huge price tag attached. For example, new wheelchair alone can cost upwards of $400, and that’s only for a standard, low-grade model. For patients needing a motorized chair, the cost can easily total to over $1,000. And once you add in the little extras, like home and vehicle modifications, the total price will likely be way over any budget.
Buying new home medical equipment is simply out of reach for some people, especially if they don’t have health insurance to cover some of the costs. But there is an alternative to purchasing brand new home supplies—buying used. Used medical equipment is usually identical to new supplies except for one important difference: the price tag. Read more on Buy your home medical equipment gently used to save money…
By admin on Apr 26, 2009 in Home And Family | comments(0)
Copyright (c) 2007 Jesse MooreIs there anything in your experience that has prepared you to expect something for nothing? No? What a revolting revelation! But it seems to be universally true-you get what you pay for-nothing more, nothing less. Well, sometimes much less. Occasionally more-maybe the folks from “Antiques Roadshow” can provide a few anecdotes-the $5 garage sale find that
By admin on Mar 26, 2009 in Home And Family | comments(0)
Linda Shute asked: With the Pr
By admin on Jan 24, 2009 in Home And Family | comments(0)
If you are one of 54 million Americans caring for a family member, you know firsthand that care giving can be a difficult job that weighs heavily on your physical and emotional well being. It has been statistically proven that full-time caregivers have a 63% chance of dying early due to stress-related conditions and often suffer from depression. Therefore, taking time out to care for yourself should be done with the same amount of importance and devotion that is given to your loved one. But sometimes, making personal needs a priority is difficult since the heavy demands of tending to a loved one’s needs may leave little time for self-care and can even make running quick errands a challenge.
One solution that has worked for many caregivers are the use of medical alert systems, which provide peace of mind while taking time to attend to needs away from the home. Medical alert systems supply 24/7 emergency assistance simply by pressing the button on a medical alert device, which is usually in the form of a wristband or necklace. From there, trained operators are able to communicate directly with the person in need, access important medical information, contact you or a neighbor for assistance, and in the event of an emergency, dispatch the local EMS.
Read more on Relief for Caregivers: Medical Alert Systems Provide Peace of Mind While Taking Time Out for you…
Read more on Relief for Caregivers: Medical Alert Systems Provide Peace of Mind While Taking Time Out for you…
