City's mental health centers facing hard fight ahead Nov 19, 2009
The board member from Brookhaven said closing the department's nursing homes at Whitfield and East Mississippi State Hospital would save $35 million in direct cost - almost twice the governor's $18 million savings estimate. Furthermore, operating nursing homes is beyond DMH's mission, he said ... He said the top priority for DMH should be treating the criminally insane, while the most expendable service the department offers would be the nursing homes. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
City mulling storm shelter for evacuees Nov 19, 2009
"Could it be used locally, for instance if there's a tornado, or when we have to evacuate nursing homes, where do they go?" she said. Aldermen agreed to consider the situation and talk about it again under further review. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
From Chelsea to Lawrence, jobless residents fight uphill battle against stalled economy Nov 19, 2009
At 39, she still owes $38,000 in college loans, but hasn t been able to find any work in her field - medical admissions to hospitals or nursing homes. And she s gone without health insurance since losing her job as an admissions counselor at a nursing home last year. (Boston Globe)
Canestrari: Budget deal unlikely this week Nov 19, 2009
The hold-up continues to be proposed cuts in school aid and Medicaid reimbursements to hospitals, nursing homes and physicians. A deal likely won t be reached until just before Thanksgiving Day, said Assembly Majority Leader Ronald Canestrari (D-Cohoes). (Albany Business Review, NY)
Families Need to Know When Dementia Becomes Terminal Nov 18, 2009
To get a better understanding of what goes on during the end of life for those with dementia, and hopefully to improve that care, the researchers conducted an 18-month study in 22 nursing homes ... "Patients in nursing homes who have dementia are at risk for undertreatment of pain and for treatment with burdensome and possibly non-beneficial interventions, including tube feeding," wrote Dr. Greg Sachs, the author of the editorial. (MEDLINEplus)
Blanche Lincoln Feels Heat on Health Care Nov 18, 2009
Senior Senate aides said Lincoln helped to shape measures aimed at reducing the cost of such procedures as MRIs and at better coordinating care among doctors, hospitals and nursing homes. And she was the primary sponsor, along with Snowe, of a provision aimed at giving small businesses more health-care choices for employees. (CBS News -- US)
Gregoire won't call special session Nov 18, 2009
She has heard from hospitals and nursing homes that have suggestions for raising funds and gaining larger federal matches for health-care spending. But those proposals would not apparently help close the gap the governor is looking at. (Longview Daily News, WA)
AP Top News at 5:53 p.m. EST Nov 18, 2009
(AP) WASHINGTON - Senate health care legislation expected this week is likely to include a new long-term care insurance program to help the elderly and the disabled avoid going into nursing homes, Democratic officials say. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev. (NJ.com -- News)
Demand for senior housing on the rise Nov 18, 2009
Tan, speaking on the subject, Global Trends in Property - Designing, Branding, Developing Iconic Projects, said such development should provide for ageing in place where location to amenities such as meals, hospital and nursing homes and on-site care services were included. The industry for specialised housing accommodation for older persons in Asia is still at its infancy. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Tis the season Nov 18, 2009
When the event is over, these beautiful arrangements are taken to V.A. hospitals and nursing homes and given to female patients. I feel that the Florist Shop, managed by Sandra Connick, should be recognized for this fine effort. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Time running out for comprehensive health care reform Nov 18, 2009
Assisted living and nursing homes for disabled become more possible than they are today for the disabled and elderly. And employers will have to provide health insurance. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Sex offender ban soughtfor homeless shelters Nov 18, 2009
They are already barred in some communities from living near schools, day-care centers, parks, playgrounds, libraries, or nursing homes. While those who study sex offender recidivism rates say such residential restrictions are counterproductive, state lawmakers who support the proposed legislation argue that it also would fix a loophole in the law, which for five years has required the most dangerous sex offenders to post their names, addresses, and photos on a public website. (Boston Globe)
Get more: Politics & Elections Nov 18, 2009
Senate health care legislation expected this week is likely to include a new long-term care insurance program to help the elderly and the disabled avoid going into nursing homes, Democratic officials say. Tags. (WABC-TV, NY)
Obama's Health Care Plan Not Out of the Woods Yet Nov 18, 2009
Indeed, the report found that the Medicare cuts contained in the House-passed bill are likely to "prove so costly to hospitals and nursing homes that they could stop taking Medicare altogether.". The dynamic of the health care debate is decidedly turning against the administration. (Townhall.com)
Read Hannity's America Nov 18, 2009
The Washington Post reports, "Medicare cuts contained in the health package are likely to prove so costly to hospitals and nursing homes that they could stop taking Medicare all together.". Column Archive. (Fox News)
Symphony celebrates 23rd season Nov 18, 2009
Complimentary tickets are also available to groups from nursing homes and assisted living facilities. For more information, contact the business manager Emily Sobacki at (309) 531-3225. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Letters to the editor (11/18/09) Nov 18, 2009
While you are technically correct when you say "Health care reform aims to preserve standard Medicare benefits, not cut them," what you fail to mention is that the providers who offer the services who depend on Medicare, e.g., nursing homes, home health, hospice, etc. are being cut. (Anchorage Daily News)
How To Live To Be 100 Nov 18, 2009
How can a woman closing in on the start of her second century be so robustly, almost defiantly, healthy, while men and women decades younger are languishing feebly in nursing homes, plagued with failing bodies and failing minds and wishing they hadn't been so unlucky as to live so long. For most of human history, a long and healthy life has been shrugged off as a gift from the gods--or maybe the undeserved reward for a lifetime of plain cussedness. (Time.com)
State offers subsidy on child-care fee Nov 17, 2009
Other facilities regulated by the department, including hospitals and nursing homes, will see their fees rise to the levels announced last month. The availability of federal funds for child-care facilities, along with the outcry from business owners and lawmakers, led DHS to establish the discounted-fee structure. (AZCentral)
Community Notes Nov 17, 2009
Area residents are encouraged to donate magazines to the local nursing homes. Genealogical meeting. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
NSW auditor queries $48m in grants Nov 17, 2009
"The .. government has taken its eye off the disability ball and it's simply not good enough while young people with disabilities are housed in inappropriate care in nursing homes and families are begging for respite accommodation.". The Department of Ageing said it had already taken steps to address the issues raised in the auditor-general's report. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
So Will Harry Reid's Health Reform Bill Ruin Medicare or Not? Nov 17, 2009
The House bill proposes for certain providers (among them hospitals and nursing homes) "a productivity offset in the form of a reduction in such increase or change equal to the percentage change in the 10-year moving average of annual economy-wide private nonfarm business multi-factor productivity." Translation: Cost-of-living increases should be adjusted downward to take into account productivity increases in the larger economy. this and other changes would have the effect of lowering annual... (Slate)
Toe-tapping tunes for a good cause Nov 16, 2009
We play locally at some nursing homes to volunteer. Diamond Someday is a bluegrass and gospel band that has been around for nine years, said singer and guitarist Shirley Stevens. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Report: Health bill would reduce senior care Nov 16, 2009
The report, requested by House Republicans, found that Medicare cuts contained in the health package approved by the House on Nov. 7 are likely to prove so costly to hospitals and nursing homes that they could stop taking Medicare altogether. Congress could intervene to avoid such an outcome, but "so doing would likely result in significantly smaller actual savings" than is currently projected, according to the analysis by the chief actuary for the agency that administers Medicare and Medicaid. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Alice Bonner commits to a higher level of care Nov 16, 2009
It s a big job, because Bonner ultimately is responsible for making sure that thousands of patients in the state s hospitals and nursing homes receive safe, responsible care ... I ve worked in ICUs, emergency rooms, and nursing homes ... Nursing homes are places where people live for a long time. (Boston Globe)
MRMC Auxiliary elects first male president Nov 16, 2009
At one time, he visited four nursing homes on a regular basis and sang for the residents. Story created Nov 15, 2009 - 16:56:06 EST.. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Google Gives Ground on Book Settlement Nov 15, 2009
The Post that House Republicans requested the study, which found that Medicare cutsare likely to prove so costly to hospitals and nursing homes that they could stop taking Medicare altogether. Democrats responded by noting the report says health care spending will increase just 1% over the next decade, even with millions of newly covered Americans, and the Medicare savings will keep the program funded longer than currently estimated. (Slate)
Donations spike during holiday season Nov 15, 2009
But monetary donations are not the only thing residents donate they also donate their time and volunteer to local organizations and churches (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Census Bureau to hire 4,000 in Palm Beach County in 2010 Nov 15, 2009
Census field workers will go door-to-door in neighborhoods, hospitals, nursing homes, trailer parks, halfway houses, homeless shelters, under bridges and in the woods to root out residents who have not filled out their Census forms by Census Day, April 1, 2010. Even inmates in jails and prisons must be counted. (The Palm Beach Post)
Cumberland County libraries face fiscal challenges Nov 14, 2009
The STAR service for homebound and nursing homes delivered nearly 12,000 items to the elderly in 2008. Also, public and private schools in the county borrowed 6,820 items to meet student needs, officials noted. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Report: China should end secret jails Nov 14, 2009
For the past six years, citizens have been held without communication in so-called black jails, often located in state-owned hotels, nursing homes and psychiatric hospitals, according to a new report from the human rights group. Most of the detainees are from rural areas and travel to major cities to submit grievances at petitions and appeals offices, which address cases without going to court, Human Rights Watch said. (CNN -- World)
Stone Mountain: The real heroes are all around if you look Nov 14, 2009
True heroes are found not on golf courses or baseball diamonds, or race tracks or in Hollywood, but in nursing homes and veterans hospitals or streaming through airport concourses on their way to or from zones of peril. Heroes wear firefighter and police gear. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Growing old and frail in prison Nov 14, 2009
"With the elderly population, we're beginning to run something comparable to nursing homes," says Sharon Lewis, medical director for the Georgia Department of Corrections. "This is one of the unhealthiest populations found anywhere. They really lived life hard.". (CNN)
China and Forced Abortions Nov 14, 2009
We either do that, or voluntarily pay exorbitant taxes to support both unwanted babies and Alzheimer patients filled nursing homes. I am not one to advocate eugenics, neither am I in favor to further burden society with abandoned urchins running on our streets as in the Dickensian novels of the 18th century. (Townhall.com)
* Rights group calls on China to shut down 'black jails' Nov 13, 2009
The US-based rights group called on China to shut down the detention facilities, many of which it said were housed in state-owned hotels, nursing homes and psychiatric care units, and bring their managers to justice. The existence of black jails in the heart of Beijing makes a mockery of the Chinese government's rhetoric on improving human rights and respecting the rule of law, said Sophie Richardson, the group's Asia advocacy director. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Some Neb. caregivers may be in line for raise Nov 13, 2009
The plan advanced to the full Legislature by the budget-writing committee also includes small funding increases to other health care providers, such as nursing homes. The proposal will be voted on within the next couple weeks along with other budget recommendations. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Husband to face manslaughter trial Nov 13, 2009
She owned restaurants, nursing homes and was a type-two diabetic. Tang, her second husband, bought her a rose and a dog after they met at an art gallery and was a twice discharged bankrupt and divorcee. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Our view: Scare tactics Nov 13, 2009
The goal is to dampen the price increases charged by hospitals, nursing homes, hospices and home health care agencies. The ads from 60 Plus don't say that, of course. (Anchorage Daily News)
China 'running illegal prisons' Nov 12, 2009
It says these centres - known as black jails - are often in state-run hotels, nursing homes or psychiatric hospitals. Among those detained are ordinary people who have travelled to Beijing to report local injustices. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Santa Claus is coming ‘back to town’ Nov 12, 2009
From Nov. 14 through Dec. 23, Santa will be available for personal visits to businesses, private homes, nursing homes, schools, holiday parties and etc. All proceeds from Santa;s visits will be used to support local Elks Children;s Care projects. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Swine flu toll recalculated to 4,000 Nov 12, 2009
More than 90 percent of seasonal flu victims are older than 65, and many are bedridden, in nursing homes or have serious medical problems such as cancer or heart disease that the flu worsens. The estimate "does sound much more reasonable," said Ira M. Longini Jr., a flu epidemiologist at the University of Washington. (Modesto Bee, CA)
KKR Puts Higher Valuation on Dollar General Than Walmart in IPO Offering Nov 12, 2009
the George Town, Cayman Islands-based former unit of and Chicago-based the real-estate investment trust that operates nursing homes in 21 U.S. states, also postponed offerings in the past two weeks. Both companies were backed by private-equity firms. (Bloomberg)
Leading Senior Care expert to host free public discussion on planning for senior care in Malden on Nov. 12 Nov 11, 2009
Even more concerning: both seniors and adult children have the notion that Social Security and Medicare will pay for senior care, and survey participants also underestimated the costs of nursing homes and overestimated the price of such popular options as Assisted Living Facilities. Senior care options have expanded almost beyond recognition in the last 20 years, yet most Americans are still only familiar with nursing homes or family care at home, adds Hogan. (Malden Observer, MA)
Budget cuts loom for schools Nov 11, 2009
The magnitude is so large that if we hold education harmless, we re taking police off the highways, shutting down some senior services and trimming back on nursing homes, he said. If you hold education harmless, all those candidates better not be campaigning at senior centers or nursing homes. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Area counties schedule H1N1 clinics Nov 11, 2009
People who should get seasonal flu vaccine include children and young people ages 6 months through 19; pregnant women; people 50 and older; people with chronic medical conditions; people who live in nursing homes; and people who care for those at higher risk of flu. Posted in , on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 4:45 pm Updated: 9:39 pm. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
US health care sector is a fairly green giant Nov 11, 2009
Hospitals, nursing homes, drug companies and the rest of the sector contributed 8 percent of U.S. emissions, according to an analysis in Wednesday's Journal of the American Medical Association. Health care makes up 16 percent of U.S. gross domestic product. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Five facts about Medicaid Nov 10, 2009
With the cost of nursing homes rising each year, you re not alone if you re worried about affording long-term quality care should you need it. There s good reason to be concerned: In Massachusetts, the average monthly cost of a nursing home is around $10,000, which can be significant financial burden to most families. (Medfield Press, MA)
Lawmakers criticize hike in child-care-license fees Nov 10, 2009
DHS regulates both child-care facilities and health-care facilities, such as hospital and nursing homes, which also face higher fees. The proposed increases have drawn protests in Phoenix in Tucson, with providers saying the hikes will result in higher child-care costs and providers going out of business. (AZCentral -- News)
Poor Restroom Cleaning Causes Cruise-Ship Sickness Nov 10, 2009
"Our comprehensive public health and sanitation procedures -- which go above and beyond this study's focus on public restrooms -- are highly effective in maintaining healthy settings for families on vacation. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the vast majority of norovirus outbreaks take place at land-based locations, such as schools, daycare centers, hospitals and nursing homes.". The study appears in the Nov. 1 issue of the journal Clinical Infectious... (MEDLINEplus)
Better restaurant inspections lead to fewer repeat offenses Nov 9, 2009
Officials also have put a higher priority on places that need the most scrutiny, including those that serve vulnerable populations, such as hospitals and nursing homes where people may be more susceptible to food-borne diseases. "Food safety is our Number 1 priority," said David Ludwig, manager of the department's environmental-health division, which oversees food inspections. (AZCentral -- News)
Healthcare reform necessary; nation is at crossroads Nov 9, 2009
Assisted living and nursing homes for disabled become more possible than they are today for the disabled and elderly. And employers will have to provide health insurance. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Northrop sells advisory services unit for $1.65B Nov 9, 2009
Omnicare Inc., which dispenses drugs to nursing homes and long-term care facilities, said Thursday its third-quarter profit rose 13 percent as lower costs and an income tax adjustment offset a dip in revenue. Net income rose to $72. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Farm Women host 90th annual convention at Sipesville Nov 9, 2009
It has been a wonderful year working with such a wonderful group of women, said Marilyn Ogline, who serves as county president. We work together as a group and in our separate societies to realize our goals. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Healthy lifestyle, attitude help resilient seniors stay on track Nov 9, 2009
Unlike many seniors in nursing homes, he is instead padding around a track on any given day and is active in his church, and he is a great-grandfather who joins his extended family for annual cruises. Attitude counts. (USA Today -- News)
New rules trip up caregivers, cost state more Nov 7, 2009
California is paying six to seven times more per day to care for some elderly and disabled people in nursing homes because a state-funded in-home care program is turning them away, welfare advocates and lawmakers said Thursday. More News. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
LETTER: Take the time to do health reform right Nov 7, 2009
It should be many parts of the population who have had experience in health care, doctors, nurses, insurance companies, nursing homes and drug companies ... All these institutions from nursing homes to hospitals have to pay their employees. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Are you retired? Are you a man? Then this club's for you Nov 7, 2009
Another activity is the Singing Grandpops which perform at local nursing homes, assisted-living facilities and civic clubs. The club facility is located in the lower level of St. Camillus Church, 1175 Concord Turnpike in Arlington. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Help available for people living with diabetes Nov 6, 2009
Recently, Burmester's efforts have expanded to include outreach to nursing homes and other small clinics in the area. While grassroots educators can have a major impact in local communities, broader national trends indicate that there is still much more work to be done in improving care for people with diabetes. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
LETTER: Ask lawmakers not to cut senior service funds Nov 6, 2009
Congress has proposed cutting Medicare funds for senior care services in nursing homes by more than 32 billion in the House and 14 ... The amount of cuts to the long-term care sector, which has been made more vulnerable due to recent cuts by the Administration and states that are struggling to meet their Medicaid budgets, will impact communities nationwide the residents, dedicated staff, and employees families of local nursing homes. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Pre-pharmacy club prescribes success Nov 5, 2009
During the school year, Pre-Pharmacy Student Association participates in canned food drives, coat drives and visits local nursing homes, according to Kadlitz. According to Kadlitz, the organization has planned to work with the American Marketing Association and Sticky Fingers for a canned food drive to benefit the Chattanooga Area Food Bank. (The University Echo, TN)
From Princeton to the Emmys Nov 5, 2009
King won an Emmy, his third, for a story which exposed crimes and thefts inside area nursing homes, but he was surprised to discover he wasn;t the only PHS graduate to win an Emmy that night. In 2005, Devin Vaughn also graduated from PHS, and he also won an Emmy Oct. 3, for the Best Student Production - Non News Program. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Public’s opinions of health care overhaul efforts have familiar ring Nov 5, 2009
For example, he said, seniors may support the concept of a health care overhaul, but some are suspicious of proposals to cut a portion of future spending increases for some kinds of Medicare providers - such as nursing homes and home health aides - to subsidize coverage for the uninsured. Blendon called affordability the sleeper issue of the health care debate. (Boston Globe)
Time to Fight Flu Nov 5, 2009
Among older adults not living in chronic-care facilities (such as nursing homes) and people with ongoing medical conditions, the flu shot is up to 70% effective in preventing hospitalization for pneumonia (a lung infection) and influenza. A different flu shot is needed every year, because each season s flu virus is totally different. (Suite101.com)
George H. Bartlett Nov 4, 2009
Mr. Bartlett was an accomplished musician and was well known in the Hingham area for his piano and accordion playing at the Hingham Senior Center, local nursing homes and for the OPALS, a choral group comprised of senior citizens. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Natalie E. "Betty" (Beal) Bartlett of Hingham; and father of Carol A. Papineau and Russell G. Bartlett and his wife Andrea all of Hull. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Kickbacks Keeping Big Pharma Healthy? Nov 4, 2009
Omnicare has had success selling drugs to nursing homes and other facilities, but that success may have come with a dose of dishonesty ... When it comes to selling drugs to nursing homes and other long-term care facilities across the country, Omnicare has a prescription for success - a market share in excess of 70 percent and more than $6 billion in sales last year alone ... "We will not tolerate the payments of kickbacks that have an influence and affect the choice of drugs prescribe 00004000 d... (CBS News)
