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This year marks Feinberg Consulting’s 20th anniversary. In honor of this remarkable milestone, we sat down with Pam Feinberg-Rivkin, Founder, and CEO, as she reflects on the past 20 years of the company’s growth, success, and hope she has provided to over 2,000 families facing challenging life events and transitions. This year we celebrate Feinberg Consulting’s…
When was the last time you Googled something and the answer you read turned out to be completely false? We’ve all been there. Sometimes a Google search yields some pretty inaccurate results, and unfortunately, those results can really cause damage. The stigma around many addiction myths continues to be potent and can truly prevent someone from…
On January 8th, 2011 a crowd was gathered at a grocery store in Arizona to hear Congresswoman Gabby Giffords speak. The scene of this simple meet and greet became headline news around the country later that day for the worst possible reasons—nineteen people were shot and six killed by a gunman attempting to assassinate Giffords….
Caregiving can be a challenging job. Whether you are a caregiver for a loved one, or it is your profession, it can at times be overwhelming when someone needs assistance with getting through daily tasks. Caregivers also have to be attuned to carefully watching their clients or family members for any signs of a serious medical…
Stress can hit anyone at any time. According to the Mayo Clinic, stress can be a good motivator but too much stress is toxic for anyone, including students. As the midway point of the school semester nears, many students may be in need of some quality self-care time to help them manage the stress of…
Last week on Wednesday, autumn officially began. Yet, the celebration of Michigan’s fifth season began earlier in the month with the start of football season! Whether it’s a Friday night on the high school bleachers or a Saturday tailgating for college teams, or even watching the Lions play on Sunday, many Michiganders can’t wait for…
Once in a while, we have heard clients express hesitation in having a caregiver because they view it in a negative light. They have stated, “I don’t like the idea of people assuming I need someone to take care of me.” We believe it’s an interesting stigma. The idea of needing to rely on another…
Being released from the hospital is (normally) a good thing, but it can also be a surprisingly dangerous and stressful transition. A person leaving a hospital and returning to their home is moving from a very controlled and sterile environment into one that isn’t designed for an injured or ill person. Here are some important…
Geriatric Care Managers act as a neutral party in medical situations. Individuals and families use them (in part) to discuss difficult matters, formulate strategic plans, and coordinate the necessary next steps. Geriatric Care Managers connect the dots between providers and clients, i.e., physicians, lawyers, financial planners, and even family members. When trauma, injury, or illness…
For most of us, illnesses and injuries do not follow a 9-5 Monday through Friday schedule. On any given holiday, or Friday night, many families are facing the prospect of having a family member return home from the hospital, sometimes to an environment that isn’t ready to support them. Recently, Feinberg Consulting was called in…
Skilled care is prescribed by a physician, in which the patient needs additional help. This includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy. Skilled care is typically covered by Medicare or other private insurance and overseen by a registered nurse. Skilled care usually lasts an hour depending on the therapy prescribed. Non-skilled care is NOT…
A substance-induced mood disorder is when changing or stopping a drug causes mood changes for an extended period of time. Many drugs (prescribed and not prescribed) change the way brain cells communicate with each other. They can also change the amounts of chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) in your nervous system. Having the right balance of these…