Elder Care News 09/2006 (Page 2)

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The first time 3-year-old Makayla Meals called her “Mommy,” Michelle Butler wondered what to do. Makayla and her younger brother, Hunter, 2, already have a mommy, but the little girl’s confusion was understandable. (Sep 6, 2006)

I had chosen dentistry to be my profession, but when I was in my senior year of undergrad at Ball State, I spent some time with a dentist, and I felt it was too isolated. So I spoke to my father, who's a retired cardiologist, and he told me about a profession called physician assistant, where you evaluate patients under a physician's supervision. (Sep 6, 2006)

Three people were arrested and a case of elder abuse was uncovered during a probation search at a Fortuna residence Tuesday morning. The probation search began about 9:30 a.m. at a residence in the 1000 block of Hilltop Drive, Fortuna Police Department officials reported. (Sep 6, 2006)

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP — Another child who attended the contaminated Kiddie Kollege day-care center tested for high levels of mercury in her blood, according to the state Depart-ment of Health and Senior Ser-vices. (Sep 6, 2006)

The parents of the British tourist killed by a gunman in Jordan have paid tribute to their son. When police visited their home they feared something had happened to their elder son who is serving with the Army in Iraq (Sep 6, 2006)

Milliman Care Guidelines, LLC, a Milliman Company, announced today that Mayo Clinic of Rochester, Minnesota has chosen to license several of its evidence-based clinical guideline products. (Sep 6, 2006)

The death of an Aboriginal elder, who was left to die at a remote airstrip in the Northern Territory after treatment at Katherine Hospital, came as no surprise to NHMRC (National Health & Medical Research Council) Senior Research Fellow, Dr Pam McGrath, who conducted a study of palliative care services for Indigenous Australians in the Northern Territory from 2002 until 2004. (Sep 6, 2006)

Horizon Bay is a senior retirement living company that believes in improving the quality of every single life we touch. We operate several types of communities including continuum of care retirement, freestanding assisted living and independent living communities. (Sep 6, 2006)

The Arusha region elders association (CHAWAMA) has asked the government to remind health workers in the country on the right of elders of 60 years of age and above to receive free public medical care as stipulated in the 2003 Government policy for elders services. (Sep 6, 2006)

SUNGAI PETANI: A lorry driver has been arrested for allegedly molesting, raping and sodomising a 14-year-old girl who had been placed under his care by her parents since she was 11. (Sep 7, 2006)

SUNGAI PETANI: A lorry driver has been arrested for allegedly molesting, raping and sodomising a 14-year-old girl placed under his care by her poor parents since she was 11. (Sep 7, 2006)

September 18 - Book club meeting, Senior Center, 11 CLOSE TO HOME When rehabilitation services following a hospital stay are necessary, you have a choice. (Sep 7, 2006)

Hutchins Street Square Senior Center 125 S. Hutchins St., Lodi. Information: (209) 369-6921. (Sep 7, 2006)

As part of a continuing trend toward specialized care, a six-bed intensive care unit at Parkview Hospital is opening to patients next week. (Sep 7, 2006)

Gov. Matt Blunt announced his support for President Bush's executive order encouraging greater transparency in pricing and quality, the adoption of health information technology standards and providing options that promote equality and efficiency in the delivery of health care. (Sep 7, 2006)

Citing business concerns, Medical Center of Plano has shut down two of its three Senior Health Centers after a decade of being the go-to place in Collin County for older, ailing and low-income residents. (Sep 7, 2006)

* Buy local: River District Marketplace, 400 block of Third Street, Wausau. Call 843-0748. * Volunteer to entertain someone: Minimum age 14. Showcase your talents for an elder-care facility audience. Sing, play an instrument, etc. Family-friendly opportunity. (Sep 7, 2006)

By Henry J. Evans Jr. Cheryl Moore, executive director of the Lewes Center, says the needs and desires of senior citizens are not unlike those of adults of any age. (Sep 7, 2006)

BRIGHAM CITY -- It doesn't take long to realize something is a success. (Sep 7, 2006)

From banking to insurance to home health care, every service available to senior citizens will be available Saturday at the Fifth Annual Fremont County Senior Fair. (Sep 8, 2006)

September 7, 2006 -- Congress is considering sweeping legislation to address the rights of the elderly in guardianship cases and also to do a better job of tracking their care and allegations of abuse. (Sep 8, 2006)

Minnesota's largest health insurers provide some of the best care and coverage in the United States, according to a report by an organization representing large companies that pay for the coverage their workers receive. But there also is room for improvement, especially when it comes to paying more for better care, giving patients more information about treatment and cost, developing transferable (Sep 8, 2006)

The first time 3-year-old Makayla Meals called her “Mommy,” Michelle Butler wondered what to do. Makayla and her younger brother, Hunter, 2, already have a mommy, but the little girl’s confusion was understandable. (Sep 8, 2006)

The Churchill County Senior Citizens Center dedicated its rose garden last week after a year of dedication and devotion from members of the community. (Sep 8, 2006)

Ventas, Inc. said today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a diverse portfolio of 67 healthcare and seniors housing properties in a transaction with entities affiliated with Canada's Reichmann family for approximately $649 million. (Sep 8, 2006)

Following the acquisition, the company said it will lease the properties to subsidiaries of Senior Care Inc for a 15-year period, adding about an initial 50 mln usd to its annual rental revenue. Ventas said it expects the transaction to close late in the fourth quarter. (Sep 8, 2006)

Real estate investment trust Ventas Inc. said Friday it agreed to acquire 67 health care and senior housing properties for $649 million from affiliates of Canada's Reichmann family. (Sep 8, 2006)

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (AFX) - Healthcare real estate investment trust Ventas Inc said it has agreed to acquire a portfolio of 67 healthcare and seniors' housing properties from entities affiliated with Canada's Reichmann family for around 649 mln usd. (Sep 8, 2006)

California lawmakers have just passed a series of bills that would mean sweeping changes for elder care. One regulates guardians, or conservators. This follows a series in the Los Angeles Times last year that reported on abuse by certain professional conservators. Renee Montagne talks to reporter Jack Leonard about the issue. (Sep 8, 2006)

Ventas Inc. agreed to buy 67 health care facilities from several companies controlled by members of the Paul Reichmann family of Toronto -- facilities that were to be sold in a public offering. (Sep 8, 2006)

At 80, Mary Bambeck has kept the healthy look that distinguished her as an Estée Lauder model in her younger years. That's because the Camarillo resident takes good care of her health. (Sep 8, 2006)

THE WILLIAM HENRY SMITH SCHOOL is a highly renowned and effective non-maintained residential special school catering for boys aged 8-16 years with social, emotional and behaviour difficulties. (Sep 8, 2006)

University of Louisville running back Michael Bush was released from Jewish hospital Friday, just five days after breaking his leg, according to his father, Michael Bush Sr. The elder Bush said his son is in good spirits and resting comfortably at his uncle's house. "They really took good care of him from day one," Bush Sr. said. "There were a lot of people who came to visit. Every night there (Sep 9, 2006)

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 8 -- Statement from John Franciosi, Senior Vice President - Employee Relations, DaimlerChrysler Corp. DaimlerChrysler and the UAW were unable to reach an agreement on health care at this time. (Sep 9, 2006)

North Laurel coach David Abbott did not care about the margin, he just wanted a victory over Madison Southern (1-3). (Sep 9, 2006)

Molly M. Wood, a partner in the law firm of Stevens & Brand, published an article on long-term care planning and the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 in the September 2006 issue of The Journal of the Kansas Bar Assn. (Sep 9, 2006)

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler Group acknowledged Friday that it failed to extract health care concessions from the United Auto Workers in recent talks, but said sooner or later the union would have to help it trim labor costs. (Sep 9, 2006)

The first time 3-year-old Makayla Meals called her “Mommy,” Michelle Butler wondered what to do. Makayla and her younger brother, Hunter, 2, already have a mommy, but the little girl’s confusion was understandable. (Sep 9, 2006)

DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler Group confirmed Friday that its months-long discussions with the United Auto Workers in pursuit of an agreement to reduce its health care spending have collapsed. (Sep 9, 2006)

Thelma Cuskey (right) and Marjorie Beer at the senior center. The group hopes to remain in its Waterfront Park location. If variety is indeed the spice of life, then the Bainbridge Island Senior Community Center might best be described as a culinary inferno. (Sep 9, 2006)

Allentown woman dies after being in chair for at least 2 weeks. DA says her son was responsible. The son of a 76-year-old woman who died after being found semiconscious and caked with feces in her Allentown home was charged with homicide Friday in what Lehigh County District Attorney James B. Martin called the ''worst case of elder abuse I have ever seen.'' (Sep 9, 2006)

Ventas Inc. is buying 67 health-care and senior-living properties for $649 million from the Paul Reichmann family of Toronto -- expanding the Louisville company's real estate portfolio by about one-fifth. (Sep 9, 2006)

Police are accusing a man of third-degree after his 76-year-old mother died dehydrated, starved and sitting in a soiled chair. | (Sep 9, 2006)

HUNDREDS of elderly people in Scotland are living in nursing homes which are failing to meet basic standards of care. (Sep 10, 2006)

The first time 3-year-old Makayla Meals called her “Mommy,” Michelle Butler wondered what to do. Makayla and her younger brother, Hunter, 2, already have a mommy, but the little girl’s confusion was understandable. (Sep 10, 2006)

First, General Motors. Then gun control, followed by George W. Bush. Now rabble-rousing filmmaker Michael Moore has turned his irreverent camera on health care in America. (Sep 10, 2006)

Trish Richert recently signed a binding employment contract. In exchange for taking care of a 77-year-old woman — arranging and taking her to doctors' appointments, doing her bills, keeping her house tidy — Richert, of Greensboro, N.C., receives a modest stipend that covers travel expenses and other costs. (Sep 10, 2006)

Companion Home Care, a specialty provider of home care services tailored to meet the needs of an aging population, has opened in Tulsa. The company, which provides customized personal services to help senior citizens continue to live in their own homes, is located at 406 S. Boulder Ave. (Sep 10, 2006)

First, General Motors. Then gun control, followed by George W. Bush. Now rabble-rousing filmmaker Michael Moore has turned his irreverent camera on health care in America. (Sep 10, 2006)

The first time 3-year-old Makayla Meals called her “Mommy,” Michelle Butler wondered what to do. Makayla and her younger brother, Hunter, 2, already have a mommy, but the little girl’s confusion was understandable. (Sep 11, 2006)

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