Elder Care News 09/2008 (Page 2)

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Health Care REIT Inc., a Toledo real estate investment trust, said yesterday it will issue 6 million shares of stock and use the proceeds to invest in additional senior housing and health-care properties. The company said Tuesday it has an agreement to buy senior housing units owned by Sunrise Senior Living Inc. for $643.5 million. The local firm often issues stock to raise money for new ... (Sep 4, 2008)

There’s nothing quite as comforting as cookies for the holidays. (Sep 4, 2008)

By a unanimous vote, nursing home workers approved a new contract with Sava Senior Care on Wednesday that includes the strongest resident care protections and the highest wages among nursing homes statewide. (Sep 4, 2008)

CODY - When young James Dalbert Long hit the beaches of Normandy, France, in the first wave of the 1944 D-Day Invasion, it's a fairly safe bet that he wasn't thinking about growing tomatoes. But because of the interest the first lieutenant of the 43rd ... (Sep 4, 2008)

Older people should be prepared to work after they reach retirement age for as long as they are physically able to, says former cabinet minister (Sep 4, 2008)

B.C. Ombudsman Kim Carter has launched an investigation into problems with seniors' care, including residential and assisted living facilities and home support services.The move was made in response to the more than 50 individual complaints about seniors' care that Carter's office has received since late June, when the Ombudsman issued a news release about her office's role in the investigation ... (Sep 4, 2008)

Redstone Presbyterian Senior Care is appealing a decision by the Westmoreland County Board of Assessment Appeals that requires it to pay taxes on four properties in Murrysville, North Huntingdon and Greensburg.  read more » (Sep 4, 2008)

Actress Sally Field had some advice for the mature crowd celebrating AARP's 50th anniversary on a sunny Thursday at the Lincoln Memorial: Don't get burned. (Sep 5, 2008)

By GILLIAN GAYNAIR Actress Sally Field had some advice for the mature crowd celebrating AARP's 50th anniversary on a sunny day at the Lincoln Memorial: Don't get burned. "I'm worried about you all," she said. "I hope you put some sun block on!" Field joined tennis star Martina Navratilova, astronaut Buzz Aldrin, NASCAR champion Richard Petty and Elder Bernice King - daughter of Martin Luther ... (Sep 5, 2008)

Actress Sally Field had some advice for the mature crowd celebrating AARP's 50th anniversary on a sunny day at the Lincoln Memorial: Don't get burned. "I'm worried about you all," she said. "I hope you put some sun block on!" Field joined tennis star Martina Navratilova, astronaut Buzz Aldrin, NASCAR champion Richard Petty and Elder Bernice King - daughter of Martin Luther King Jr. - on Thursday ... (Sep 5, 2008)

City commissioners in Bartow gave final approval Wednesday to plans for a senior care complex in the proposed Silver Co. (Sep 5, 2008)

The Service Employees International Union says two lower-ranking staffers have lost their jobs because of allegations that others in the Los Angeles local were retaliated against. The Service Employees International Union announced Thursday that it had placed a senior manager at its biggest California local on leave and that two lower-ranking staffers had lost their jobs, because of ... (Sep 5, 2008)

The fourth annual Ethnic Elder Resource Fair is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. (Sep 5, 2008)

Re: 'Probe into senior care welcomed' (Daily News, Aug. 22). (Sep 5, 2008)

Actress Sally Field had some advice for the mature crowd celebrating AARP's 50th anniversary on a sunny day at the Lincoln Memorial. (Sep 5, 2008)

Actress Sally Field had some advice for the mature crowd celebrating AARP's 50th anniversary on a sunny day at the Lincoln Memorial: Don't get burned. (Sep 5, 2008)

In the series' final installment, "GMA" looks at McCain's health care plan. (Sep 5, 2008)

Northern Health is issuing a call for proposals to take ownership and operation of the new Gateway Retirement Community facility for senior citizens.When completed in 2009, the Prince George facility at Victoria Street and 20th Avenue will offer 94 long-term care beds, 50 assisted living units and 31 market rental units for a total of 175 residential home units.The new partner will own the ... (Sep 5, 2008)

Many people find themselves responsible for paying for the care of their parents as they age. But according to a just-released survey, these adult children of aging parents, known as family caregivers, are vastly unprepared. (Sep 6, 2008)

Community coffeehouse series — 7 p.m. today. Devin Garza and Messenger give a contemporary Christian concert. Child care provided for ages 5 and younger. Westlake United Methodist Church, 1460 Red Bud Trail. Free. 327-1335, www.westlake-umc.org. (Sep 6, 2008)

Elder law attorney Alyson Fudge will present the fifth in a series of lectures and workshops at Martin Luther Evangelical Lutheran Church. The hour-long "Ask the Attorney" starts at 6 p.m. Tuesday at, 1605 Harbor View Road. (Sep 6, 2008)

The budget for providing medical care to the poor is being slashed by $24 million as the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston continues to move away from its traditional role of caring for the region's uninsured, officials said Friday. (Sep 6, 2008)

In addition to Friday’s Senior Expo at Greenwood Mall, local seniors participated in sporting events such as basketball at Greenwood Family YMCA. Look for results of the Senior Games in Sunday’s Index-Journal. (Sep 6, 2008)

When former Michigan State wrestler Rashad Evans enters the octagon against Ultimate Fighting Championship legend Chuck Liddell tonight at UFC 88 at Philips Arena in Atlanta, he knows he'll do so as a decisive underdog. (Sep 6, 2008)

The cold numbers of the Legislature's budget deliberations are starting to affect Alabama's low- and middle-income working families, especially those who rely on a state-funded child care program. (Sep 6, 2008)

Northern Michigan Review Inc., the parent company of the Petoskey News-Review, Charlevoix Courier and Gaylord Herald Times recently launched upnorthhealth.com, the comprehensive resource for residents of Northwest Michigan exploring health care options. (Sep 6, 2008)

Should nurses be the frontline providers of primary care, taking the place of general practitioners as the first point of patient contact? Two experts debate the issue on bmj.com today. (Sep 6, 2008)

There’s nothing quite as comforting as cookies for the holidays. (Sep 6, 2008)

A program of exercises, crafts, entertainment and education combines with meals served at the Ottawa County Senior Citizens Center and nutrition sites to form the county senior citizens activities program. Suggested donation for lunch is $2.50 for those 60 and older; $5 for those under 60. (Sep 6, 2008)

The fourth annual Ethnic Elder Resource Fair is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. (Sep 6, 2008)

Republican Kenny Hulshof unveiled his health-care plan late last month amid predictions that it would help nearly all 729,000 uninsured Missourians acquire health coverage at modest cost. (Sep 7, 2008)

CHICOPEE - A free elder suicide prevention training program is under way, thanks to Hawthorn Services Inc. It focuses on identifying senior citizens at risk for suicide, and learning how to make referrals to appropriate services. (Sep 7, 2008)

Choke Controversy follows writer Chuck Palahniuk like an angry stalker. His work is often described as "disturbing," and he’s the author of the violent Fight Club , which was turned into a film starring Brad Pitt that’s treated like religious revelation by its many (largely male) fans. Now comes Choke , based on Palahniuk’s novel of the same title, about a con artist who needs money to ... (Sep 7, 2008)

DES MOINES — The Iowa Department of Elder Affairs and Iowa Legal Aid’s Legal Hotline for Older Iowans are presenting a series of free Elder Law seminars on Oct. 14 and 21. The seminars will provide older Iowans and their caregivers with valuable information to protect their rights and limited resources. (Sep 7, 2008)

It was a soggy day on the picket lines at Boeing Wichita on Saturday, the first day of a strike by Boeing's largest union. "We don't care" about the weather, said Gary Day, a modification mechanic at Boeing picketing in front of Gate 6 along South Oliver. "I'm just worried about the future." The Machinists union struck the company at 12:01 a.m. Saturday after talks broke down following a ... (Sep 7, 2008)

Celebrate Assisted Living Week during the fourth annual Weld County Senior Idol in the Dining Room at 2 p.m. Tuesday. Spectators will taste and judge chocolate desserts prepared by the assisted living facilities. No charge for spectators. (Sep 7, 2008)

Children's television is a world of brilliance and banality, depending on how old your kid is and what channel you're watching. The consensus is that programming geared to kids ages 1 to 5 is, on the whole, one of television's great achievements. No longer... (Sep 7, 2008)

Shaleta Robinson was up at 3:30 a.m. Saturday so she could be among the first in line to register her 2-year-old son for a space at the Tucson area's splashy new Tutor Time child-care facility. (Sep 7, 2008)

Advice, resources and how-to tips on elder care for the Bay Area (Sep 7, 2008)

PLATTSBURGH -- People living longer is a tribute to medical science and a comfort to those approaching their golden years. (Sep 7, 2008)

Can you direct me to some reliable organizations or Web sites for senior singles travel? I'm 65 and looking to travel with a group of other singles. (Sep 7, 2008)

New Jersey ranks among the worst states in helping pregnant women get access to early prenatal care, but is working hard to correct the problem and direct resources to where they're most needed in the state, said New Jersey's top health official. (Sep 7, 2008)

"> John Suchocki Hawthorn Services staff members are learning how to prevent suicide in the elderly population. Teaching the class is psychiatrist Kerry M. Morrison (right). (Sep 7, 2008)

When homebound Callaway County seniors need help, there is one person they can call to help them with all of their needs; Karen Elwood with the Callaway County Care Coordination Program. (Sep 7, 2008)

Affluent elderly Indians are seeking care outside the family. (Sep 8, 2008)

Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (KKR) announced today that, effective September 4, 2008, it has appointed Mr. Yoshiharu Fukuhara as a Senior Advisor in Japan. Mr. Fukuhara brings extensive Japanese corporate experience to KKR, through a long and distinguished career at Shiseido Co., Ltd. (Shiseido), Japan's leading manufacturer of luxury cosmetics, make-up, skin care and fragrances. He is ... (Sep 8, 2008)

If construction trends in senior living continue, Portland baby boomers will be shaking their aging booties in grand style. (Sep 8, 2008)

Newly appointed as senior director of real estate development for Opus West, Jeff Lee is responsible for projects ranging from huge industrial buildings in the Central Valley to freestanding office condos in Fremont. (Sep 8, 2008)

There are segments of society that are nearly impossible to track and even more challenging to care for. (Sep 8, 2008)

The American Business Collaboration and Corporate Voices for Working Families announce the release of two new guides for employers and employees, promoting the use of Dependent Care Assistance Programs (DCAPs). (Sep 8, 2008)

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