Officials study alternative long-term care facilities Sep 1, 2008
Alzheimer's disease patients and their caregivers in Casper might have a new option for long-term care in the future. Mary Hein, along with a group of community members, wants to build several "pod-type nursing homes" for people with dementia where residents eat home-cooked meals at a dining room table and have their own room and bathroom. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
GenX Files: The coming storm Sep 1, 2008
When it comes to our parents, my friends and I are truly concerned that, in this uncertain economy, even the best-laid plans for retirement of our parents might not be enough, especially when it comes to long-term care. Many of us in Generation X really do not expect to have access to any kind of social program to aid us in our own old age. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
'Boil water' warning to thousands Aug 31, 2008
The NPHSW statement said: "If you have gastroenteritis, don't return to school or work until you have been symptom free for 48 hours. Don't visit patients in local hospitals and long-term care facilities. Welsh Water said: "We apologise for inconvenience caused, but protecting public health is our highest priority. " For several days in mid-August, almost 5,000 people in the Tywyn, Aberdyfi, Bryncrug, Rhyd-yr-Onen and Brynglas areas of Gwynedd were also advised to boil their tap water after the... (BBC News -- UK)
Center's shutdown highlights eldercare problems Aug 31, 2008
"We have individuals who are much more compromised in nursing homes -- people who require 24-hour nursing care," explained Molly McKinstry, bureau chief for long-term care services for the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration ... While the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration didn't confirm any conditions that presented direct health threats until January 2006, Florida's Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, a volunteer, state-funded watchdog, found red flags with medicine... (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Michener unveils mural for 50th Anniversary Aug 30, 2008
The Michener Institute is publicly funded by the Province of Ontario, through the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and further enriched through partnerships with universities, private sector companies and leading health care organizations. For more information, visit www. (Canada Newswire)
Council on Aging events Aug 30, 2008
Parkview on the Fells is a continuing care retirement community that will offer independent living in beautifully designed, spacious apartment homes, extensive services and amenities and access to long-term care services, if needed in the future ... The 100 percent refundable entrance fee structure protects one s assets from the costs of long-term care while providing assurance that one s future needs will be met. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Torture complaint filed against British agent Aug 30, 2008
long term care and assisted living nurse practitioner adult health, geriatrics, long-term care. az. (Yahoo News -- Greece)
Internet Resources Empower Long-distance Caregivers Aug 30, 2008
org, offers tips for determining if long-term care is appropriate and explains how to broach the conversation. "The possibilities offered by the Internet to help long distance caregivers are fabulous, and we've made our Web site a portal for people looking for solutions," Levin says. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
2008 Democratic National Convention: Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Bill Ritter, Governor of Colorado Aug 29, 2008
Are you ready to close the book on the Bush-McCain health care policy that does nothing for the uninsured, nothing to reduce health care costs, and nothing to help seniors cope with the costs of long-term care. Are you ready for the change we need. (PR Newswire)
Supervisors to consider budget adoption Aug 29, 2008
Mark Bailey with L.S. iates insurance consultants of Southaven made a presentation about long-term care insurance for county employees; the board took his information under advisement. At the request of District Planner George Crawford, the board voted to pay 150,000 to the state Transportation Department from grant funds for the lighting of the 82rsection in Eupora. (Webster Progress-Times, MS)
Helping Women at Every Life Stage Achieve Financial Success Aug 29, 2008
That is evident when you consider that 60 percent of respondents don't understand how annuities work; 45 percent are unsure when it comes to estate planning, trusts and wills; and 42 percent have trouble understanding long term care insurance. Women were also asked where they turned for financial information currently. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Authorities probe LA union finances Aug 29, 2008
United Long-Term Care Workers, which represents thousands of health care employees statewide, has been under scrutiny for allegedly paying companies owned by relatives of local President Tyrone Freeman. The House Education and Labor Committee will also examine reports that union staffers were pressured into signing a petition in support of Freeman, said Rep. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Americas Health Insurance Plans launches education campaign Aug 29, 2008
America s Health Insurance Plans launched a new national education campaign to better inform people about risks of needing long-term care and the financial protection long-term care insurance provides. Too many Americans are not adequately protected against the risks of needing long-term care, said Karen Ignagni, chief executive of the D.C.-based national association ... The centerpiece of the campaign is a new Web site with basic information about long-term care insurance, like the fact that... (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Class of diabetes drugs carries significant cardiovascular risks Aug 29, 2008
The system comprises 1,154 acute care, rehabilitation and long-term care beds and has been ranked as one of "America's Best Hospitals" by U.S. News Report since 1993. Wake Forest Baptist is ranked 32nd in the nation by America's Top Doctors for the number of its doctors considered best by their peers. (EurekAlert!)
Candidates greet senior citizens Aug 28, 2008
From the audience, an Acton resident with a 45-year career with the Acton Fire Department asked if the candidates could rein in the public health people that set the rules governing long-term care facilities, but do not have to live here. He said the temperature inside Life Care is too cool, forcing many to wear sweaters and coats even during the summer. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Aug. 28 edition: Obituaries Aug 28, 2008
Margaret spent the last three years of her life at the Notre Dame Long Term Care center ... In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Notre Dame Long Term Care Center in Worcester, or to the Old Town Community Church in San Diego. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Potash Corp. mine hires replacement workers Aug 28, 2008
An elderly woman living in a long-term care facility in the Heartland Health Region. . (Star Phoenix)
AZ state agency head quits after veterans home care found lacking Aug 27, 2008
The nursing home provides long-term care to as many as 200 veterans. Most are World War II and Korean War veterans. (FOX 11, AZ)
Alzheimer's drugs court challenge Aug 27, 2008
They argue that NICE did not properly evaluate the impact of the drugs on the quality of life of carers and that the figures on the cost of long-term care used in their analysis were too low. In addition, they say the test used to determine the severity of a patient's Alzheimer's discriminates against people who do not speak English as their first language or those with learning difficulties. (Yahoo News -- Alzheimer's Disease)
Nursing board dropped the ball Aug 27, 2008
The concerns were raised by Shelly Peterson, president of the North Dakota Long Term Care Association, and Arnold Thomas, president of the North Dakota Healthcare Association. They sent letters to the governor, attorney general and nursing board on July 11 outlining their concerns. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
PM offers condolences over listeriosis Aug 27, 2008
She was staying in a long-term care facility in the Heartland Health Region in the west of the province. The woman died Sunday, one month after a test revealed the listeriosis strain that is now linked with the massive Maple Leaf meat recall in her system, officials said. (Globe and Mail)
State cites 2 nursing homes in Rome Aug 27, 2008
According to the Long Term Care Community Coalition, a group that reports nursing home violations or deficiencies that have been noted by the state and federal government, the following citations were issued. The Betsy Ross Rehabilitation Center has been cited but not yet fined for problems of substandard care. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Senior Notes Aug 27, 2008
Did you know certain accounts provide long-term care benefits using pre-tax dollars. New England Financial will host this free workshop and provide refreshments, but seniors must sign up at the front desk or by calling in no later than Tuesday. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Caregivers Call for Justice in SEIU Corruption Scandal Aug 26, 2008
Weeks after the misuse of funds at Local 6434 was revealed, Stern and Burger replaced Freeman with John Ronches, an assistant to Burger from Washington, D.C. who has no experience with long-term care workers. SEIU has insisted they will investigate the matter themselves using internal union procedures. (PR Newswire)
Registered nurse staffing cuts threaten patient care: RN positions cut in Toronto Aug 26, 2008
"Hospitals need to start speaking up for quality care and the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care needs to ensure that hospitals aren't cutting RN positions." The registered nursing cuts are just the latest in a series across the province ... "During the nursing shortage, RNs certainly don't need to hear that jobs are being eliminated. It should be a top priority to attract young people to enter the profession and to retain late-career nurses as long as possible. Hearing that jobs are being... (Canada Newswire)
Experts see elder-care shift from homes Aug 26, 2008
Internationally noted gerontologist Bill Thomas and Susan Reinhard, a national expert on long-term care and AARP senior vice president for public policy, recently discussed long-term care issues in interviews on separate visits here ... Still, Reinhard said, Hawaii spends about 83 percent of its Medicaid long-term care funding on nursing homes, more than the national average of 75 percent ... LONG-TERM CARE EFFORTS. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Health care execs with power recognized Aug 26, 2008
The faith-based system includes 77 hospitals; 40 long-term care, assisted- and residential-living facilities, and two community health-services organizations in 20 states. CHI employs more than 68,000 people and collects $7. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Hospital renews contract with insurance company Aug 26, 2008
UnitedHealthcare customers also will have continued access to include hospice, skilled nursing and long-term care, outpatient surgery, radiation therapy, nurse practitioner and home health services at other CMHP facilities, under the terms of the deal ... It also has four long-term care facilities including Mercy Siena Retirement Community in Dayton, and several outpatient and outreach services. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Laguna Honda hospice may suffer cutbacks Aug 26, 2008
1986: Mayor Dianne Feinstein asks the San Francisco Health Commission to form a citizens' committee to assess the role of long-term care at Laguna Honda. 1987: A hospice steering committee is formed. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Canadian Officials Say 12 Deaths May Be Linked to Food-Poisoning Outbreak Aug 26, 2008
Ontario officials said today in a statement it asked health authorities to ``check their local hospitals, long-term care homes and daycares to ensure than any products from the Toronto Maple Leaf plant have been removed and are not been being consumed. . (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Your Money: Mineral trusts are not difficult, but do require planning (15) Aug 25, 2008
If we hold the income in the trust, we should be able to pay for long-term care costs for her, shouldn't we ... Dear Mom Won't Spend: The good news is if you are going to use the royalties to pay for long-term care, for 20,000 a month, you could keep her in Hawaii ... Mom made a gift and gifts are subject to a five-year lookback rule for long-term care costs. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
More seniors in motion Aug 25, 2008
The number of seniors with chronic disability dropped from 26 percent in 1982 to 19 percent in 2004-05, according to the National Long-Term Care Survey, funded by the National Institute on Aging. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported in 2006 that about a third of seniors were physically active, a figure health advocates would like to improve. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Roy Maas unveils charter school in Boerne for at-risk children Aug 25, 2008
The charter school will be located in Boerne at the nonprofit s 40-acre MeadowLand Campus, where it provides long-term care for youth who have been abused, neglected or are emotionally distressed. The charter school will serve at-risk students in the Boerne Independent School District community as well as children residing at the MeadowLand campus. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Michelle Obama's Savvy Sacrifice Aug 25, 2008
She sponsored yet more volunteer programs, helped expand the hiring of local labor and launched a program that found ER patients clinics for long term care. Eventually, the money that she had initially walked away from in corporate law did come. (Time.com)
Routine Memory Screening can Ensure Prompt Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease Aug 24, 2008
Recommend memory screening as part of the "Welcome to Medicare" physical as well as if admitted to an assisted living facility or a long-term care facility. Offer more counseling and support to patients and their families to help them better manage the decisions and responsibilities surrounding an Alzheimer's disease diagnosis. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Obama's mission in Denver Aug 23, 2008
Both the hospital and the Obama campaign reply that scarce medical resources can be used more wisely and patients will get better long-term care if they routinely use primary-care physicians a message the Axelrod firm was hired to spread. The Obama campaign also suggested that Mr. McCains health-care plan would leave millions without coverage. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Ottawa shoppers 'not worried' about tainted meat Aug 23, 2008
Dr. Isra Levy, Ottawa's medical officer of health, said public health inspectors have been contacting long-term care facilities, hospitals, day-cares, school boards, colleges, universities and various food venders to ensure that they are aware of the recall. In a memo to the mayor and city councillors yesterday, Levy said health inspectors are checking with retailers to make sure products have been removed from shelves. (Canoe.ca)
Nursing Board dismisses complaint Aug 23, 2008
Shelly Peterson, president of the North Dakota Long Term Care Association, and Arnold Thomas, president of the North Dakota Healthcare Association, sent a letter dated July 11 to the governor's office, the attorney general's office and the Board of Nursing, dealing with concerns about the board's plan to implement criminal history checks ... Thomas, from the healthcare association, said his organization and the long term care association first became interested in the board of nursing's criminal... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Ombudsman launches probe into seniors' care Aug 23, 2008
Kim Carter said her office handled more than 50 complaints since late June, when she issued a news release reminding people to bring their concerns about long-term care to her. The complaints, a number of which originated on Vancouver Island, cover a range of issues including neglect, access, placement policies and decisions, the separation of spouses and the closing of care homes. (Canada.com)
Party platforms reveal Aug 23, 2008
The Republicans want to reward individual responsibility and compassion for family members (mostly women) providing long-term care for a relative. They deliver this reward through a tax deduction worth a few hundred dollars a year at most talk about low-wage work. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Council on aging cutting deep Aug 23, 2008
The 5-week-old Life Long Planning program provided information about retirement financial issues such as long-term care insurance and reverse mortgages. The state will reimburse the council for expenses incurred by the program since July 1, Fowler said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Is the Iraq War Winding Down? Aug 23, 2008
The war, even if it were to stop tomorrow, will likely end up costing U.S. taxpayers more than $1 trillion, including the cost of long-term care for wounded veterans. It is important to acknowledge that the so-called deal remains unfinished, and, even when it is inked, will contain loopholes big enough to drive an M-1 tank through. (Time.com)
Opponents buck Pryor roundup Aug 22, 2008
proposed euthanizing wild horses as a strategy to cope with the cost of placing captured horses in long-term care when they were not adopted. The bureau does have the authority under existing law to kill its wild horses, said Jim Sparks, field manager for the Billings BLM office. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Ensuring Your Legacy Lives On Aug 22, 2008
For those at risk of needing care in the future, long-term care insurance can play an important role in protecting savings too ... Bankers' "Aging in America" survey found gaps in perception between elder adults' actual decisions on long-term care issues and younger adults' perceptions of what their parents' viewpoints were. (Pekin Times, IL)
Influx raises population close to 61m Aug 22, 2008
For the first time ever there are more people of state pensionable age than there are under-16s, the ONS said, pointing to the potential problem for the UK and many other developed economies that face rising costs of pensions and long-term care as peoplelive longer. The proportion of people under 16 in Britain has fallen to 18. (Financial Times)
AARP panel addresses health care for elderly Aug 22, 2008
But the issue that left the audience nodding in agreement and encouraging the speakers with shouts of "yes!" was long-term care for seniors. Tom Newton, director of the Iowa Department of Public Health, said studies show caring for the elderly in their homes is not only cost-effective, it extends life and the quality of those remaining years. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
SEIU Leader Takes Leave Of Absence Amid Controversy Aug 22, 2008
In addition to the payments to his relatives' firms, Freeman's local, the United Long-Term Care Workers, spent nearly $300,000 last year on a Four Seasons Resort golf tournament, restaurants such as a Morton's steakhouse, a Beverly Hills cigar club and the William Morris Agency, the talent firm, The Times reported earlier this month. The payments to Freeman and the home-based companies operated by his relatives, and to a former union employee totaled more than $1 million in 2006 and 2007,... (NBC4.tv, CA)
Nationwide outbreak spurs massive meat recall Aug 22, 2008
Ontario's Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care issued a statement yesterday saying "there is an outbreak" of listeriosis in the province, and advised health-care providers to be on the lookout for symptoms that include headache, nausea and muscle stiffness ... The bulk of this summer's infections are thought to have originated in nursing homes and long-term care facilities, and have primarily affected the elderly. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Second death may be linked to tainted food Aug 22, 2008
On Aug. 8, the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care notified CFIA of its concerns about deli meat found at the Maple Leaf plant, Mr. Balsom said, and the agency began testing samples ... Both people lived in long-term care facilities. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Helping Women at Every Life Stage Achieve Financial Success Aug 22, 2008
That is evident when you consider that 60 percent of respondents don't understand how annuities work; 45 percent are unsure when it comes to estate planning, trusts and wills; and 42 percent have trouble understanding long term care insurance. Women were also asked where they turned for financial information currently. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
News : New County Health Director plans for the future Aug 22, 2008
Krueger has been a nurse for 15 years and spent the last nine years working in long-term care with Rhinelander Public Health. I thought it (the position) was perfect since I live here, she said. (Forest Republican, WI)
Kolkhorst stops by rest home to discuss Medicaid, health care issues Aug 21, 2008
Kolkhorst joining us today to meet our residents and staff, and to see first-hand how we can work together to improve Texas standing in delivering quality long term care, said Kristi Lewis, administrator for Brenham Rest Home. Many citizens, including many of our policymakers in Austin, do not fully realize the dire funding situation facing long term care here in Texas and we hope to work with our state s political representatives to create additional care improvements and greater long-term... (Brenham Banner, TX)
Pittsburgh-area pharmacy company makes Inc. 500 list of fastest-growing companies Aug 21, 2008
Wexford-based provider of contract pharmacy services for the long-term care industry, ranked 284th on the annual list. Last year, Millennium Pharmacy ranked 159th. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Peritoneal Dialysis Nurse Aug 21, 2008
Job Responsibilities: Plan and provide education, training and clinical support for home dialysis ESRD patients Provide education about treatment options Train the patient/care partner in techniques to manage their health status, in home therapy techniques and in problem solving Provide problem solving, trouble shooting and counsel to the home patient/care partner by phone Periodically conduct home visits Analyze patient data including status of access, lab work, patient assessments Make... (Florida Today)
VNA Hospice Care expands service area Aug 21, 2008
VNA Hospice Care will serve patients living in their homes, nursing homes, assisted living communities, long-term care facilities and in hospitals. Our goal is to provide patients living in Boston, Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth and Milton the same access to hospice services and quality of care, comfort and support that we have been providing to patients and their families in other communities for almost 30 years. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Donnie Wahlberg Says Life Insurance is a No-Brainer, Encourages Americans to Assess Their Needs Aug 21, 2008
The Life and Health Insurance Foundation for Education (LIFE) was founded in 1994 in response to the public's growing need for information and education on life, health, disability and long-term care insurance. LIFE also seeks to remind people of the important role insurance professionals perform in helping families, businesses and individuals find the insurance products that best fit their needs. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Who should pay for mom and dad's care? Aug 21, 2008
He and his wife, the parents of six grown children, have purchased long-term care insurance, which offsets or covers the cost of assisted living or nursing home care. "We're extremely close," he says, "but I can't ever picture moving in with one of my children.". (CNN -- Law)
Amish Population Doubles in 16 Yrs Aug 21, 2008
said the newcomers seldom appear in the court system, require long-term care or attend public schools. "As they live their lives, they really do not become very involved with government," said Hubbard, whose state has seen its Amish population climb 117% since 1992. (Time.com)
Time runs out on prisons Aug 20, 2008
The state's political leaders have known about these costs for years and have an "obligation to make provision now for the funds necessary."In his January budget, Schwarzenegger included a plan for bonds (repaid over 25 years) to build seven 1,500-bed, long-term care facilities and upgrade medical facilities at each of the state's 33 prisons. Sen. (Fresno Bee)
Alzheimer's drugs court challenge Aug 20, 2008
They argue that NICE did not properly evaluate the impact of the drugs on the quality of life of carers and that the figures on the cost of long-term care used in their analysis were too low. In addition, they say the test used to determine the severity of a patient's Alzheimer's discriminates against people who do not speak English as their first language or those with learning difficulties. (Yahoo News -- Alzheimer's Disease)
Undocumented immigrant in coma set to be returned to Mexico Aug 20, 2008
With the exception of pregnant women some children and people in medical emergencies, illegal immigrants generally have no right to health care in the U.S. But access to long-term care the kind of services Pantaleon appears to need is not guaranteed even if the patients are U.S. citizens, with the exception of the very poor ... "We can't arrange long-term care here, so we try to do the best we can in the country of origin," said Dr. William Chamberlin, chief medical officer at UIC Medical... (Chicago Tribune)
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS Aug 20, 2008
One year minimum experience in long-term care. 2. (Florida Today)
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He said safety net services, such as long-term care and the psych unit, have to be protected and state-subsidized, while the more profitable acute services should stand on their own. Chronic under-reimbursements from private insurance companies also must change. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
State seeking expansion of Medicaid eligibility for elderly, disabled Aug 20, 2008
Al Norman, executive director of Massachusetts Home Care, said about 1,000 people covered under the proposed rules would be those transitioning out of nursing home care, about 10,600 would be people imminently at risk of nursing home placement, and about 4,000 people would receive care to prevent the need for long-term care. Each of those three groups would be capped, Norman said, leaving the possibility for long waiting lists. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Oak Crest awards scholarships Aug 19, 2008
With her nursing degree, she hopes to pursue a career in either long-term care or mental health, the release said. Tricia Ravelo received an award in the amount of 7,000. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
