Elder Care News 01/2009 (Page 3)

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Copies of "History of Oxford Senior Citizens, Inc." are available through the Senior Center. This booklet gives a brief history of the 55 years of existence of Oxford Senior Citizens, Inc. (Jan 8, 2009)

ASHEBORO — After much discussion, plans are finally moving forward on the development of a new senior adults facility for Randolph County. (Jan 8, 2009)

Compass Elder Care Specialists Inc. (Jan 8, 2009)

The Healthcare business of Thomson Reuters recently named the hospital grouping comprised of Memorial Hermann Heart and Vascular Institute – Southwest, Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital, Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital and Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital to the nation's 100 Top Hospitals for cardiovascular care list. Only 30 community hospitals across the nation were selected for ... (Jan 8, 2009)

(ARA) - When Jody found her grandmother Florence, a strong, 77-year-old woman affectionately called "Mama", vacuuming the front lawn one day, Jody finally decided it was time to move her to a dependent care facility. The decision was not easy. (Jan 8, 2009)

A senior housing development proposed for Lake Oswego has a city commission struggling to make sense of local code while residents wrangle to weigh in. At a meeting of the Lake Oswego Development Review Commission Monday, about 60 people turned out to try to settle a bizarre legal problem ... (Jan 8, 2009)

Willow Housing and Care is a forward thinking, specialist housing provider with an excellent reputation for meeting the accommodation and support needs of older people in culturally diverse communities. (Jan 8, 2009)

NAPGCM and NAELA representatives joined other opinion leaders in Washington, D.C. at the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) Thought Leaders Conference on Caregiving. Association officials discussed the increasing need for caregiving and the issues facing caregivers in the United States along with ideas to shape public policy. (Jan 8, 2009)

Through a generous grant from the Verona Municipal Alliance and the Governor’s on Alcohol Awareness and Drug Abuse, the Verona Senior Citizen’s Department is able to provide a timely free program to area seniors on a variety of legal issues which may affect them. A program highlight will be the availability of copies of the New Jersey Bioethics Commission Advance Directive (Living Will) and ... (Jan 8, 2009)

Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick (D) on Monday "accelerated his administration's efforts to control spiraling statewide health care costs," and said that officials are considering regulations to block excessive insurance premiums, the Boston Globe reports. (Jan 8, 2009)

Summaries of two opinion pieces that address issues related to health care reform appear below.Rep. Tom Price (R-Ga. (Jan 8, 2009)

Tom Daschle heads to Congress today to lay out his health-care plan and he’s reportedly bringing one simple message: Anything but Hillary. read more (Jan 8, 2009)

Two dentists will visit Natick's Kennedy Senior Center on Friday to provide free dental care for local seniors, courtesy of the Massachusetts Dental Society Foundation and a grant from Boston Scientific.   (Jan 8, 2009)

SELBYVILLE — Former Selbyville Councilwoman Grace D. Long, 91, died today at Genesis Elder Care Center in Seaford. (Jan 8, 2009)

A local man is free on bond, charged in an adult abuse case involving his aunt. (Jan 9, 2009)

CAPE MAY CO.-- Many aging baby boomer's are at a point in their lives where they are taking care of an elderly parent or spouse diagnosed with Alzheimer's or Dementia. (Jan 9, 2009)

The Denton Senior Center — criticized for years as cramped — is poised for a nearly $2 million expansion. The City Council on Tuesday approved a contract with a Dallas company to expand the North Bell Avenue facility’s size by about 18 percent. (Jan 9, 2009)

Larry John Bekis told police he was just not good at managing money. (Jan 9, 2009)

Christine Hsu pets two Paro therapeutic robots on display at the Japan External Trade Organization at the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show. Paro can provide companionship to people not able to take care of a real animal, such as those in hospitals, elder care centers and nursing homes. (Jan 9, 2009)

CARMEL - Marsha Karl, president of the Kent Senior Citizens, jumped for joy when she heard the news! (Jan 9, 2009)

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette has been reappointed vice chair of the powerful House Energy and Commerce Committee, a position that will give her significant sway over two of the biggest issues facing the next Congress — climate change policy and health care reform. (Jan 9, 2009)

Macomb County commissioners laid off 10 employees Thursday, making good on a promise to cut workers every month until unions cut $10 million from their pension and health care benefits. Commissioners voted 22-3 to lay off secretaries, clerks, two Health Department employees and the assistant director of the Senior Services Department. (Jan 9, 2009)

The Healthcare business of Thomson Reuters recently named the hospital grouping comprised of Memorial Hermann Heart and Vascular Institute – Southwest, Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital, Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital and Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital to the nation's 100 Top Hospitals for cardiovascular care list. Only 30 community hospitals across the nation were selected for ... (Jan 9, 2009)

In this day and age, you can buy a Bible aimed at almost any demographic imaginable. (Jan 9, 2009)

NORRISTOWN — An Upper Darby woman was a no-show in court Wednesday, where she was supposed to be sentenced for using a belt to repeatedly beat an elderly Alzheimer’s patient while she worked at an Upper Merion assisted-living facility. (Jan 9, 2009)

Staff report University of Texas wide receiver Quan Cosby, who starred in the Longhorns' Fiesta Bowl win over Ohio State Monday night, has accepted an invitation to play in the Jan. 24 Senior Bowl, game officials announced Thursday. (Jan 9, 2009)

Through a generous grant from the Verona Municipal Alliance and the Governor’s on Alcohol Awareness and Drug Abuse, the Verona Senior Citizen’s Department is able to provide a timely free program to area seniors on a variety of legal issues which may affect them. A program highlight will be the availability of copies of the New Jersey Bioethics Commission Advance Directive (Living Will) and ... (Jan 9, 2009)

CHATHAM TWP. – Senior Services of the Chathams is asking the public for donations to help make a difference in a senior’s life. (Jan 9, 2009)

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. (Jan 9, 2009)

Area health care providers and businesses are finding ways to make up for millions of state–owed dollars. News 25's Michelle Mantel tells us why local health establishments have to put capitol plans on hold just to carry on business as usual. (Jan 10, 2009)

Jim Sherman has become a popular guy with seniors in the City of Tonawanda over the past few years. As a driver for the city’s senior citizens van, Sherman said he’s making more trips, and the miles have been adding up on the city’s vehicle. (Jan 10, 2009)

Ryan Garza | The Flint JournalDurand High School student Amira Ralston (right) pulls away from classmate Allison Stratman (center) while extending her turn to hold 9 month-old Cameron Dankert of Corunna on Thursday during a child care vocational class at... (Jan 10, 2009)

Sam Mueller was struggling in her classes. Now, Mueller is a senior at Lakeview High School, and her grades are up, thanks... (2 comments) (Jan 10, 2009)

NORRISTOWN — An Upper Darby woman was a no-show in court Wednesday, where she was supposed to be sentenced for using a belt to repeatedly beat an elderly Alzheimer’s patient while she worked at an Upper Merion assisted-living facility. (Jan 10, 2009)

The Healthcare business of Thomson Reuters recently named the hospital grouping comprised of Memorial Hermann Heart and Vascular Institute – Southwest, Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital, Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital and Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital to the nation's 100 Top Hospitals for cardiovascular care list. Only 30 community hospitals across the nation were selected for ... (Jan 10, 2009)

(ARA) - When Jody found her grandmother Florence, a strong, 77-year-old woman affectionately called "Mama", vacuuming the front lawn one day, Jody finally decided it was time to move her to a dependent care facility. The decision was not easy. (Jan 10, 2009)

I reached Woodbury High School senior guard Mark DiRugeris this week while he was in the gym working on his game after practice for a little Q&A about the Thundering Herd's hot start. (Jan 10, 2009)

Health Minister Don McMorris offered little hope Friday that the provincial government will step in to fund non-profit personal care homes. (Jan 10, 2009)

SALEM and mdash; John Foss of Beverly showed up at the AARP town hall meeting yesterday with the same concerns as many of the other 200 seniors in the room. "I'm interested to see what they have to say about trying to control the rising cost of health care," said the 77-year-old retired engineer from General Electric. "I'm fortunate, but there are an awful lot of people who don't have good ... (Jan 10, 2009)

It's a hard decision to make: finding the right care for an elderly or infirm loved one. But when and if the time comes, area experts say having all the right information is crucial, making the decision process easier. (Jan 10, 2009)

Despite the great strides women have made in the workplace over the past 30 years – with some even securing top executive positions – very few make it to the top of their chosen professions. Half of those who do, often have no children or other care giving responsibilities. (Jan 11, 2009)

The New South Wales Health Department is investigating the suspected outbreak of gastroenteritis at two aged care facilities in Sydney. (Jan 11, 2009)

MILWAUKEE - Its probably best not to take everything that Alex Ruoff says in the wake of a loss as gospel. Now mind you, thats not a knock on Ruoff, the only senior on West Virginias basketball team. The fact is, he takes a loss - any loss - hard and quite... (Jan 11, 2009)

Senior advocate duo finds burgeoning demand in developing senior care facilities despite real estate woes. (Jan 11, 2009)

The Conejo/Las Virgenes Future Foundation will convene its fifth annual Senior Congress in February with a theme of Thanks for the Memory: Understand It, Care for It, and Improve It. (Jan 11, 2009)

The best way to learn about the services offered by the Evans Senior Center is to attend a senior lunch held each Tuesday or Friday. You must make a reservation by calling us at the new number, (970) 475-1132. Call before 9 a.m. (Jan 11, 2009)

When he makes an emergency medical call to a senior, Kris Marrs knows he's not likely to get the answers he needs to begin what could be lifesaving treatment. (Jan 11, 2009)

Ann Aikens has a few rules at the North Renfrew Long-Term Care Services, the building she took from blueprint to bricks-and-mortar 14 years ago. (Jan 11, 2009)

Ashland's respite-care center will continue to operate despite Ashland Community Hospital's decision to withdraw its share of funding. (Jan 11, 2009)

Maintaining health-care coverage for their families will cost the newly jobless three-fourths of their monthly unemployment check in Ohio, a new report finds. (Jan 11, 2009)

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