Elder Care News 05/2008 (Page 3)

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It's a problem few people talk about, but one that happens more and more often. It's elder abuse -- and a local group is starting a new program to help... (May 9, 2008)

Elderly in a long-term care setting are more likely to be prescribed antidepressants and to self-report depression compared to those in a home-health care setting, according to a study. The study of 272 elders, with an average age of 81, examined how often patients reported feeling depressed and were prescribed antidepressants at both a long-term care facility and through a home-care agency in ... (May 9, 2008)

Senior Kenny Dale holds the classroom cat, Emma, during Small Animal Science class at Eastbrook High School. Jeff Morehead / jmorehead@chronicle-tribune.com (May 9, 2008)

WORRIED health chiefs have slapped a ban on placing vulnerable elderly people in a private care home. They say no-one will be referred to the Burnfoot Coach House at Ecclefechan until they are satisfied with the way the home is run. (May 9, 2008)

MedCath Corporation announced that its senior management will give a presentation at the Banc of America Securities 2008 Health Care Conference held May 13 - 15 at The Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas. (May 9, 2008)

Milwaukee's high health care costs are due mostly to a lack of competition, according to a report released Friday by the Wisconsin Policy Research Institute Inc., a conservative policy group based in Thiensville. (May 9, 2008)

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. today announced that management will make a presentation regarding the Company at the Bank of America 2008 Health Care Conference to be held at the Four Seasons at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada at 4:40 p.m. (May 9, 2008)

For the last 15 years, Phillip Amaru and Laureen Vaughn have been helping nursing home patients stave off financial destitution.The former Milton High School classmates founded Commonwealth Advisory Group, which specializes in elder asset protection, in 1992. Since then the Dedham firm has helped more than 1,500 people safeguard their savings. (May 10, 2008)

DARTMOUTH — Massachusetts needs a comprehensive policy for caring for its senior citizens both to control health care costs and assure they have adequate treatment, health care providers and lawmakers said Friday at a legislative breakfast. (May 10, 2008)

More than 35 vendors will be on hand when East Central College hosts the third annual Senior Health Fair May 9. (May 10, 2008)

Announcement of a community service project for NYC's Central Park that will provide environmentally sensible care to approximately 75 trees in the East Meadow on Tuesday, May 13 from 8 A.M to 3:30 P.M. A team of 25 volunteers from SavATree have donated their expert tree care services. (PRWeb May 10, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb928754.htm (May 10, 2008)

Heritage Agency Johnson County Task Force on Aging will offer a program titled "Resident Advocate Program in Long Term Care Facilities" from 2 to 3 p.m. Monday at the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center, 28 S. Linn St. (May 10, 2008)

'Incredible multitasker' Donte Mabra is Rollins College's 'outstanding graduating senior.' Donte Mabra wanted a diploma. He also wanted to continue his career in law enforcement. (May 10, 2008)

BUILDING work is moving full steam ahead on Taree’s new aged care facility, the Karingal Gardens Nursing Home. (May 10, 2008)

SIOUX FALLS A crowd gathered at the Sioux Falls airport on Thursday showed support for Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton, but some disapproved of Democratic Party elder statesman George McGovern's withdrawal of his endorsement. (May 11, 2008)

SEBRING — Nursing homes and long term care facilities are places where many of us hope we never go, but where nearly half who reach retirement age will eventually reside. Several factors determine when it's time to sell the car, stop cooking and move into a skilled nursing facility or adult living center. Hanford Brace is a family physician with Integrity Health and regularly works with seniors. ... (May 11, 2008)

Many seniors elect to take early Social Security benefits. (May 11, 2008)

Carlette Howell, local business owner, has been recognized for outstanding business performance by Home Instead Senior Care. Howell recently received Cornerstone V and Presidential I awards at the company's International Convention held in Omaha, Neb. The awards were presented for superior sales and service satisfaction. (May 11, 2008)

By summer, 33 programs run by Trinity Senior Living Communities will be renamed Sanctuary, the company announced. The Novi company, a subsidiary of Trinity Health, trademarked the name and will promote it with a new icon. The company operates independent living, assisted living, nursing and memory care facilities in Michigan, Indiana and Maryland. (May 11, 2008)

Computer question-and-answer sessions will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, this Wednesday through June 11, at the O'Malley Senior Center, 1275 Odenton Road in Odenton. (May 11, 2008)

A bipartisan group of U.S. senators has introduced legislation to improve medical care for women veterans. The proposed Women Veterans Health Improvement Act of 2008 seeks to prepare the Department of Veterans Affairs for an unprecedented influx of female veterans in the coming years. (May 12, 2008)

When Dick Lundgren realized that caring for his wife was taking a toll on his own health, he turned to adult day care. Lundgren, who lives south of Seattle, found a program that catered to patients with Alzheimer's disease and made arrangements for his wife, Dorothee, to go there two days a week. (May 12, 2008)

Native Americans in northern Nevada now have easier access to health care services with the opening of the Reno-Sparks Tribal Health Center. The clinic hosted a preview for the community on Saturday, but will have its grand opening this Friday. (May 12, 2008)

SIOUX FALLS A crowd gathered at the Sioux Falls airport on Thursday showed support for Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton, but some disapproved of Democratic Party elder statesman George McGovern's withdrawal of his endorsement. (May 12, 2008)

NORTHEAST FLORIDA -- Faced with a construction slowdown, many architecture and engineering firms are focused on health care, senior living, education and public-private partnership projects as current work wraps up and this year's slate looks thinner. (May 12, 2008)

Q:Can you give me some tips on starting a walking program? I was recently diagnosed with prediabetes and need to take better care of myself but I hate to exercise. Any suggestions? Walking is not only good for what ails you. It's also easy to do, convenient (it can be done anytime, anywhere) and free. All you need is a good pair of shoes, comfortable clothing, and a little desire. Here are some ... (May 12, 2008)

Blount Memorial Hospital Administrator Joseph Dawson, Associate Administrator Don Heinemann and Assistant Administrator Jane Nelson were recently named fellows of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the nation’s leading professional society for health care leaders. (May 12, 2008)

Nurses can offer help from afar Army veteran Eugene Rice, who is living on his own with emphysema, low blood pressure and the effects of several slight strokes, gives much of the credit for his well-being to his health care coordinator at the Perry Point VA Medical Center in Cecil County. He even thanks Dee Jones for helping him reach a milestone. (May 12, 2008)

THE vast majority of doctors believe care services for older people in Wales are not good enough, according to a report out today. (May 12, 2008)

The first thing UI senior Iris Moy, 22, noticed when she transferred from Northern Illinois University was Iowa City's friendly atmosphere, she said. "Everyone here was so much nicer than the people at Northern Illinois," she said. (May 12, 2008)

Sometimes the difference between celebration and defeat is one break. But the Courthouse Athletic Club Men's 7.0 Super Senior Tennis Team got five on the way to the USTA National Championship last month, winning its final three matches on five tiebreakers. (May 12, 2008)

Synvista Therapeutics, Inc. is increasing the Company's commercial focus with the appointment of David C. Tantillo as Senior Director, Marketing and Sales, a newly created position. (May 12, 2008)

In recognition of Older Americans Month, throughout this May, the Yolo County District Attorney's Elder Protection Unit will be out and about in the community raising awareness and teaching prevention. (May 12, 2008)

Rehab Services Manager Gloria Morales watches Larry Schafer, 74, play a boxing game on a Wii, a video game system, as Quality of Life program Director Luis Rodriguez cheers him on at the Kenilworth Care and Rehabilitation Center on Wednesday in Sebring. (May 12, 2008)

Senior living residents are overwhelmingly satisfied with their senior care communities, according to a poll of randomly selected residents from 409 different communities across the country released today by the Coalition to Protect Choice in Senior Living . (May 12, 2008)

Native Americans in northern Nevada now have easier access to health care services with the opening of the Reno-Sparks Tribal Health Center. The clinic hosted a preview for the community on Saturday, but will have its grand opening this Friday. (May 13, 2008)

When Dick Lundgren realized that caring for his wife was taking a toll on his own health, he turned to adult day care. Lundgren, who lives south of Seattle, found a program that catered to patients with Alzheimer's disease and made arrangements for his wife, Dorothee, to go there two days a week. (May 13, 2008)

The Ministry of Health is to investigate claims from a senior doctor that Grey Base Hospital cannot guarantee patient safety because of a systems failure. (May 13, 2008)

NASHUA -- The biggest challenge in gauging senior citizens' take on long-term care in the state might be finding enough seniors to ask about it. Only a handful of seniors attended a community meeting Monday at the Nashua Senior Activity Center on Temple Street. ... - By PATRICK MEIGHAN Staff Writer (May 13, 2008)

The Rockland County Department of Social Services is conducting a countywide campaign to create awareness about abuse of the elderly and to encourage residents to report abuse if they see it. (May 13, 2008)

Legions of health care workers angry at Gov. Jon S. Corzine's proposed budget cuts rallied on the rain-swept street in front of the State House Monday, with Senate President Richard J. Codey getting a rock-star's welcome. (May 13, 2008)

Harlequins top six finish in the top flight will see nine players on England duty this summer after scrum-half Danny Care and Mike Brown were drafted in to the senior squad to tour New Zealand announced today. (May 13, 2008)

http://www.JewishWorldReview.com | (MCT) When 83-year-old Helen Long left her North Carolina home without notice last January, her daughter called state police. (May 13, 2008)

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month, a time to recognize foster parents for their role in reaching out to some of our most vulnerable children in Jackson and the surrounding areas. (May 13, 2008)

Tuesday, May 13 Kilauea — Senior Center Closed. Kapa‘a — ‘Ukulele, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Beginners ‘Ukulele, 11 a.m. to noon; Japanese Dance; Outreach, Kauai Care Center, 10 a.m. (May 13, 2008)

Between the year 2010 and 2040, the number of disabled seniors receiving nursing care is expected to double. As part of National Nursing Home Week, local nursing home providers took a moment Monday to advocate a plan for the future care of America's seniors. (May 13, 2008)

Tuesday, May 13 Kilauea — Senior Center Closed. Kapa‘a — ‘Ukulele, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Beginners ‘Ukulele, 11 a.m. to noon; Japanese Dance; Outreach, Kauai Care Center, 10 a.m. (May 13, 2008)

By Michelle Berry Reporter When it comes to preventing elder abuse, it is truly everyone’s business. May has been declared Elder Abuse Prevention Month, and Adult Protective Services (APS) is reminding Texans that stopping elder abuse is truly the responsibility of everyone. (May 13, 2008)

BLUE BELL, Pa.----Christina Preisig has joined The PMA Insurance Group as Senior Vice President, Managed Care. Ms. Preisig is responsible for the successful execution of PMA's Managed Care Programs, including Preferred Provider Networks, Pharmacy Benefit Management, Medical Bill Review and Medical Management, including Case Management and Utilization Review--as well as the development of new ... (May 13, 2008)

Christina Preisig has joined The PMA Insurance Group as Senior Vice President, Managed Care. Ms. Preisig is responsible for the successful execution of PMA's Managed Care Programs, including Preferred Provider Networks, Pharmacy Benefit Management, Medical Bill Review and Medical Management, including Case Management and Utilization Review--as well as the development of new medical cost ... (May 13, 2008)

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