Elder Care News 02/2007 (Page 2)

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To become senior citizen friendly, PVR ensures that the lights are not completely dim during the particular Wednesday show, in addition to complimentary hot beverages. The chain offers assistance in guiding senior citizens to rest rooms. (Feb 5, 2007)

The Forest Park Health Center at 700 Walnut Bottom Road is being sold to Guardian Elder Care as of March 31. The center, which has been part of the Presbyterian Homes network since 1971, provides health care, housing and other community services for older people. (Feb 5, 2007)

EDWARDS — Jill Senior said she’d travel a hundred miles for Give Kids a Smile Day. In fact, she traveled from the next county over to get dental care for her son, Brenden, 8. (Feb 5, 2007)

The Caregiver Support Group will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. today at the Office on Aging Senior Annex, 998 Washington St. N., Twin Falls. The free support group is for those who provide care to a sick, disabled or elderly family member or friend. (Feb 5, 2007)

Collaboration formed to join a network of care Twin Advertising opens new corporate Web site Pilot program proposed for area job placements Diamond Packaging hailed for its display Workshop plans advice on etiquette in China Webster Chamber honors school employee Vision and business go hand-in-hand at event (Feb 5, 2007)

PRINCETON, N.J., Feb. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Resound Marketing, an integrated marketing and PR agency focused on helping clients "make some noise," today announced that Doctor Marion, a leading expert in elder care topics, issues, and trends, has renewed her contract for 2007. (Feb 5, 2007)

Most dogs and cats live for about 14 to 18 years. So it is important for pet owners to know how to care for senior or geriatric animals. (Feb 5, 2007)

Oakland's new mayor, Ron Dellums, brings a new vision and ambitious agenda to his administration: a vibrant economy, multicultural collaboration and unity, government by involved citizens, engaging the city's youth and reducing violence. But who's... (Feb 5, 2007)

COLUMBUS, Ohio A new study out today says Ohio's Medicaid program is one of the most expensive in the country at providing long-term care for senior citizens because it relies too much on nursing homes. (Feb 5, 2007)

Ohio at bottom of list for senior care (Feb 5, 2007)

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio's Medicaid costs for senior citizens' long-term care are among the most expensive in the country, and its reliance on costly nursing homes can't be sustained as the number of older people swells, according to a study released Monday by a group that advocates home care. (Feb 5, 2007)

WASHINGTON -- President Bush's budget plan would eliminate an elderly nutrition program used by thousands of people in Michigan, slash manufacturing partnerships and freeze spending on... (Feb 6, 2007)

Daily, weekly or full-time home care is now available to locals thanks to the recent launch of Home Instead Senior Care, a program designed to suit any level of need. (Feb 6, 2007)

DALLAS -- Maniacal about everything from his skates to his fitness, Wes Walz can be so intense at times, the Wild's elder statesman could give himself an aneurysm talking about the intricacies of the penalty kill. So it's no surprise that player after player can tell you precisely the moment the tide turned in the Wild's repugnant road fortunes. How is it possible that the NHL's worst road team ... (Feb 6, 2007)

Elder Care Services' Meals on Wheels lunch menu. All meals include low-fat milk. (Feb 6, 2007)

Bikaner, Feb.6 (ANI): Since time immemorial, the turban or headgear has defined one's dignity and profile in Indian society, especially, the ones living in rural parts. Usually, it takes much care and a lot of time to tie it on head. But Ganesh Vyas of Bikaner has made tying headgears an art. Adept at tying turbans and headgears (Safas) on people's heads in various styles depending upon the ... (Feb 6, 2007)

Ohio's Medicaid costs for senior citizens' long-term care are among the most expensive in the country, and the state's reliance on costly nursing homes can't be sustained as the number of older people swells, according to a study released Monday by a group that advocates in-home care. (Feb 6, 2007)

Support for care-givers (Feb 6, 2007)

Columbus- Ohio's Medicaid costs for senior citizens' long-term care are among the most expensive in the country, and the state's reliance on costly nursing homes can't be sustained as the number of older people swells, according to a study released Monday by a group that advocates in-home care. (Feb 6, 2007)

Dear Savvy Senior: Can you give me some tips on finding a good nursing home for my 86-year-old mother? She had a stroke a few months ago and has been receiving care at home but it's become too much. (Feb 6, 2007)

Powerful health care organizations and employer groups that in the past have stifled major overhauls of the state's health care system remain oddly quiet a full month after the release of Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's plan for expanding medical coverage and... (Feb 6, 2007)

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.----Priority Health today announced the Michigan Senior Impact Award recipient of the Year, June Hamersma of Grand Rapids. In recognition of Hamersma's dedication and commitment to volunteer work, Priority Health will donate $2,500 to Hospice of Michigan to help the organization enhance its efforts in providing care to those with chronic illnesses. (Feb 6, 2007)

Florida needs more volunteer watchdogs for long-term care facilities. (Feb 6, 2007)

Ohio's Medicaid costs for senior citizens' long-term care are among the most expensive in the country, and the state's reliance on costly nursing homes can't be sustained as the number of older people swells, according to a study released Monday by a group that advocates in-home care. (Feb 6, 2007)

The Xbox 360's best RPG will finally hit the PlayStation 3 in March with a few technical enhancements to make up for its tardiness. (Feb 7, 2007)

Employers are experimenting with telemedicine in the workplace as a benefit and to control health care costs. Morningside Ministries is expanding its program to give employees at three locations a chance to visit with doctors in Galveston without ever leaving the job in San Antonio. (Feb 7, 2007)

In the latest development in a high-profile elder abuse case, a Kalama couple's financial guardians are suing a loan company and a title company for allowing their son to illegally borrow money against their house. (Feb 7, 2007)

GRANTS worth up to £20,000 are being made available to help improve Calderdale care homes. (Feb 7, 2007)

Auburn Memorial Hospital Address: 17 Lansing St., Auburn Key officer: C. Mark Gregson, interim chief executive officer Internet: www.auburnhospital.com Product or service: Private, nonprofit hospital with 191 beds 1/1/07 employment: 833 2006 highlights: Acquired a new CT scanner and a new picture archiving and communications system. Received a $4.4 million HEAL grant from the state. The state ... (Feb 7, 2007)

BENTONVILLE — “Hello, it’s the Benton County Sheriff’s Office.” Some Benton County residents will begin receiving that exact phone call each morning as part of “Project We Care.” BCSO Capt. Tom Brewster announced Tuesday the launch of the senior-citizen and shut-in phone-calling system. The automated system calls subscribers daily to check on their welfare, and a deputy will eventually be ... (Feb 7, 2007)

REDDING - Friday, a Redding resident turned himself in to Shasta County on a felony warrant for elder abuse and neglect, according to the Redding Police Department. (Feb 7, 2007)

PACE Program - Elder Service Plan of the North Shore's PACE Program (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) has expanded to Gloucester and will serve eligible residents of Cape Ann. PACE coordinates and provides all needed preventive primary, acute and long-term care services so individuals age 55 and older, who are certified to need nursing home care, can live safely and independently in ... (Feb 7, 2007)

"We hired her because she is state certified and she has a long, outstanding resume," said Jeannie Baker, office manager of the Blackfeet Care Center. (Feb 7, 2007)

Nursing home managers will have to report allegations of elderly residents being abused within 24 hours or face closure. (Feb 8, 2007)

GRANTS worth up to £20,000 are being made available to help improve Calderdale care homes. (Feb 8, 2007)

WARREN — Through the distribution of levy funds, 30 more senior citizens in Trumbull County would be provided adult day care on an ongoing basis, incl... (Feb 8, 2007)

WARREN — Through the distribution of levy funds, 30 more senior citizens in Trumbull County would be provided adult day care on an ongoing basis, including transportation. (Feb 8, 2007)

Officials with local senior care facilities are on board with State Sen. Bob Duell’s (R-Greenville) most recent legislation that protects quality nursing home care for seniors. (Feb 8, 2007)

Arthritis, with Theresa Rudolph of the Wichita Clinic research department, 10:30 a.m. Friday, Northeast Senior Center, 2121 E. 21st St. (Feb 8, 2007)

In the latest development in a high-profile elder abuse case, a Kalama couple's financial guardians are suing a loan company and a title company for allowing their son to illegally borrow money against their house. (Feb 8, 2007)

ITHACA — Officials at Lakeside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center are hoping that their move to the frontline in the battle against mental illness in the elderly will give the facility a new lease on life. (Feb 8, 2007)

The North Huntingdon planning commission unanimously endorsed plans Monday night for Colonial Estates, a residential community for seniors proposed for the campus of the existing Redstone Highlands senior care facility on Lincoln Way. (Feb 8, 2007)

UC Irvine med students want to change the health care system. The President and the Governor have their proposals for health care reform. Insurance companies and patients are having their say. (Feb 8, 2007)

Proposed plans that switched what was to be a senior center into a "multi-generational" facility drew fire during the Dare County Board of Commissioners' public comment period during its meeting on Monday. (Feb 8, 2007)

The Bigfork Eagle continues its series of articles about the pressure of growth on local services and organizations. Boomers, if you’re not taking care of your health now, you might want to start. (Feb 8, 2007)

As part of a comprehensive elder law plan, we often recommend various courses of action to our clients. In certain instances, we may instruct clients to make direct gifts of their assets to their children. (Feb 8, 2007)

Wal-Mart and the Service Employees International Union have become the latest in a series of unlikely alliances calling for broader and more affordable coverage. Business experts discuss efforts to fix health care. (Feb 9, 2007)

"Self-Pay Markets in Health Care: Consumer Nirvana or Caveat Emptor?," Health Affairs: In a Health Affairs Web exclusive, Ha Tu, a senior health researcher at the Center for Studying Health System Change, and Jessica May, a health research analyst at the center and a graduate student at Princeton U [click link for full article] (Feb 9, 2007)

The following events are happening at the Frisco Senior Center at Frisco Square or in conjunction with the center. The center is located at 6670 Moore St. For information, call 972-335-5515 or logon to www.FriscoFun.org. (Feb 9, 2007)

Officials with local senior care facilities are on board with State Sen. Bob Duell’s (R-Greenville) most recent legislation that protects quality nursing home care for seniors. (Feb 9, 2007)

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