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Melanie Donohue, LCSW

Melanie Donohue, LCSW

Founder & Licensed Clinical Social Worker

When Telehealth Works and When It Doesn’t for Seniors

  Telehealth has transformed how older adults access care, making counseling more convenient and less intimidating. For many seniors, being able to connect with a counselor from the comfort of home reduces travel stress, saves time, and provides access even when mobility is limited. But

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6 Everyday Habits That Can Help Manage Agoraphobia

  Living with agoraphobia can feel isolating, overwhelming, and even paralyzing at times. At Blue Moon Senior Counseling, we understand how daily life can be affected by this condition, especially for older adults. While therapy and support are essential to long-term recovery, there are also

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Is It Too Late to Start Therapy?

  It’s a question many older adults ask quietly: Is it even worth starting therapy now? For those in their 60s, 70s, or beyond, the idea of talking to someone about your thoughts or emotions might seem foreign. You may have grown up in a

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How Recent Changes to Medicaid and SNAP Are Impacting Seniors

  Across the country, older adults have long depended on Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to help meet basic needs like healthcare and food. With new changes now being phased in through federal budget legislation, both programs are being adjusted in ways

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Why Flood Warnings Hit Harder for Seniors

  Flood warnings affect everyone, but for older adults, the emotional weight often feels heavier. These alerts don’t just signal potential danger, they can bring back memories of past trauma, highlight current vulnerabilities, and stir up deep feelings of fear and helplessness.   Table of

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5 Ways To Stay Hydrated As You Get Older

  As we get older, our body’s ability to regulate fluids changes. Thirst cues may not be as strong, medications can influence hydration levels, and physical limitations might make it harder to get fluids throughout the day. Staying hydrated is one of the simplest ways

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