Elder Care News 02/2012

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The Ministry of Health plans to set up a 570 square-metre elder care centre at the void decks of Blocks 860 and 861 at Woodlands St 83. But nine in 10 residents in the area are against the idea. Some unhappy residents said the centre will affect the ... (Feb 1, 2012, Channel News Asia)

AgingCare.com provides online caregiver support by connecting people caring for elderly parents to other caregivers, elder care experts, personalized information, and local resources. AgingCare.com has become the trusted resource for exchanging ideas, ... (Feb 1, 2012, MarketWatch (press release))

AgingCare.com provides online caregiver support by connecting people caring for elderly parents to other caregivers, elder care experts, personalized information, and local resources. AgingCare.com has become the trusted resource for exchanging ideas, ... (Feb 1, 2012, Sacramento Bee)

The Home Instead Senior Care office, which serves the Webster, Taney, Stone, Greene and Christian counties, is conducting a search for senior volunteers in their “Salute to Senior Service.” Eligible nominees need to volunteer 15 hours a month minimum ... (Feb 1, 2012, Marshfield Mail)

A group that represents nonprofit providers of care to Iowa's senior citizens changed its name today and released its legislative advocacy agenda. LeadingAge Iowa, formerly the Iowa Association of Homes and Services for the Aging, released today its ... (Feb 1, 2012, DesMoinesRegister.com (blog))

The elder care services complex is located near Florida Hospital off Interstate 4 between state roads 434 and 436. More than two dozen senior and health care-related businesses have a presence at the newly remodeled facility at 715 Douglas Ave. in ... (Feb 1, 2012, Winter Park/Maitland Observer)

Health Care, Climate, Low Taxes & Housing Are Big Drivers of Where Baby ... (Feb 1, 2012, MarketWatch (press release))

COLONIE, NY -- A new domestic violence shelter has received a large donation from the staff of Colonie Senior Service Centers. The staff gave the Unity House confidential shelter $700 worth of household good and linens. The new shelter is set to open ... (Feb 1, 2012, YNN Hudson Valley)

By Cindy Cha The Home Instead Senior Care announced its national "Salute to Senior Service" program to honor deserving senior volunteers. The program includes a search for the most outstanding senior volunteers in each state for the many contributions ... (Feb 1, 2012, KLEW)

However, he noted, all but the most senior service members have known only a military that has been growing -- one that always has had all of the resources it could possibly need, and in some cases even more than needed. “Well, that's going to change ... (Feb 1, 2012, Department of Defense)

Elder Care Marketing Company Founder Offers College Students Advice In ... (Feb 1, 2012, openPR (press release))

The Home Instead Senior Care office is sponsoring the Salute to Senior Service program to honor senior volunteers for the contributions they make to their communities. The program features a search for the most outstanding senior volunteer in each ... (Feb 1, 2012, Thousand Oaks Acorn)

Home Instead Senior Care, based in the Centrum 100 industrial estate, revealed that the new roles will be created throughout 2012. Owner John Winfieldale spoke to the Mail about how word of mouth about the different approach the company takes has meant ... (Feb 2, 2012, Burton Mail)

Seniors Housing M&A Market Year End Review and Outlook: Momentum Vs. Economic ... (Feb 2, 2012, MarketWatch (press release))

Health Care, Climate, Low Taxes & Housing Are Big Drivers of Where Baby ... (Feb 2, 2012, Business Wire (press release))

By Anne-Marie Botek Caregivers agonizing over the question of whether or not they should accompany an elderly loved one to the doctor often weigh the desire to become more educated about a senior's care with not wanting to unnecessarily step on the ... (Feb 2, 2012, TCPalm)

How much precisely we're spending on Senior Care, and a number of other programs.” The Green Bay Republican say otherwise it's going to be difficult for lawmakers to make intelligent decisions, absent the sort of extensive effort the Audit Bureau made ... (Feb 2, 2012, Wisconsin Radio Network)

Bright Horizons® serves more than 800 employer clients across the US, Europe, Canada and India, with programs including child care and early education, back-up care, elder care, college counseling, and work/life consulting. The company operates more ... (Feb 2, 2012, Sacramento Bee)

By Yvonne Zipp | yzipp@mlive.com KALAMAZOO – Low-income seniors in Kalamazoo County will have a new health-care option to help them live in their own home longer, rather than in a nursing home, a partnership of Southwest Michigan senior-care providers ... (Feb 2, 2012, MLive.com)

Elder Care Marketing Company Founder Offers College Students Advice In ... (Feb 2, 2012, Einnews Portugal)

Elder Care Marketing Company Founder Offers College Students Advice In ... (Feb 2, 2012, EIN News (press release))

Seniors Housing M&A Market Year End Review and Outlook: Momentum Vs. Economic ... (Feb 2, 2012, EON: Enhanced Online News (press release))

Residents meeting at Block 861 in Woodlands Street 83 last night to discuss the issue. Among their concerns are increased traffic and how such a centre would be 'inauspicious' as it may mean more deaths in the estate. -- ST PHOTO: CHEW SENG KIM By ... (Feb 2, 2012, Straits Times)

On behalf of the staff at Home Instead Senior Care, I would like to thank everyone who helped with this year's very successful Be a Santa to a Senior program. With support from generous shoppers, Mark Jordan, manager of Belk Department Store in Bristol ... (Feb 2, 2012, TriCities.com)

Residents of two Woodlands HDB blocks are worried that building an elder-care centre at their void decks may mean more deaths in the area. Their concern comes on the heels of the Ministry of Health's (MOH) plans to build an elder-care centre at the ... (Feb 2, 2012, AsiaOne)

Kim Coonis, executive director of the Senior Connection in Hailey, said one of the major gaps in senior care in the valley is the lack of an assisted-living facility. Seniors in assisted living would have access to medical staff if necessary—in case ... (Feb 3, 2012, Idaho Mountain Express and Guide)

Just imagine... (Feb 3, 2012, RenewAmerica)

Diccon Edwards has hailed Leeds Carnegie's “senior service” – with several of their experienced brigade putting their hands up in a big way to be involved in the Championship play-offs. Carnegie, who visit Nottingham on Sunday, have won three out of ... (Feb 3, 2012, Yorkshire Evening Post)

Jez George aims to put an end to Chris Senior repeating his FA Trophy-winning feat when Cambridge United play host to Guiseley in their third round tie tomorrow. Senior clinched the only goal to help Darlington claim the silverware in a 1-0 victory ... (Feb 3, 2012, Cambridge News)

These days, seniors in newly constructed assisted living and skilled care homes walk around in open and brighter spaces with greater independence and even wireless Internet access. As the US and Dayton population steadily skews older and people live ... (Feb 3, 2012, Dayton Business Journal)

The tribe's Cherokee Elder Care will host the annual Tahlequah Chamber of Commerce legislative breakfast at 7:30 am on March 2. Cherokee Elder Care is committed to improving the physical, emotional and spiritual health of all individuals and ... (Feb 3, 2012, Cherokee Phoenix)

An assisted living and memory care center under construction in Parker is expected to bring 60 new jobs to the area. Parker Assisted Living by MorningStar, being built at Mainstreet and Dransfeldt Way, is designed to be a higher-end facility with all ... (Feb 3, 2012, Our Colorado News)

Minneapolis Senior Care Company Launches Revolutionary Hospital to Home Care ... (Feb 3, 2012, DigitalJournal.com (press release))

Minneapolis Senior Care Company Launches Revolutionary Hospital to Home Care ... (Feb 3, 2012, PR Web (press release))

Elderly residents may appreciate having an elder-care centre in the neighbourhood, but property agents say these senior-friendly amenities can turn off some potential buyers. Some property agents and consultants said the value of a property located ... (Feb 3, 2012, Straits Times)

Diccon Edwards has hailed Leeds Carnegie's “senior service” – with several of their experienced brigade putting their hands up in a big way to be involved in the Championship play-offs. Carnegie, who visit Nottingham on Sunday, have won three out of ... (Feb 4, 2012, Yorkshire Evening Post)

by Kim Sloan, staff writer A large group gathered for the Mercy Senior Care groundbreaking at their new facility on Chatillon Road on Friday morning. (Kim Sloan, RN-T.com) Tom Andrews, president of Saint Joseph's Mercy Care Services, speaks to the ... (Feb 4, 2012, Rome News Tribune)

Organizations that will be represented include:Advanced Medical Imaging, Bay Vista Commons, Bay Pointe & Marine Courte, Claremont, Emeritus of SilverdaleEncore Communities, Gentiva Home Health, Home Instead Senior Care, Island Health ... (Feb 4, 2012, North Kitsap Herald)

Training these 25 healthcare workers across disciplines -- from social workers to physical therapists -- will trickle down throughout the county and create a more synchronized approach to elder care, scholars say. And that coordination could culminate ... (Feb 4, 2012, Bakersfield Californian)

SALISBURY — A local business marking its seventh anniversary is set to relocate, mirroring the growth of the senior-care industry. Jena Hare and Sid Jay, co-owners of the Home Instead Senior Care office, founded their Salisbury office in January 2005 ... (Feb 5, 2012, Salisbury Post)

Washington, DC, February 05, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Linked Senior Inc., a next generation technology provider helping senior care leaders improve the quality of life of their residents, announced today it has appointed Kristin Petersen as Vice President of ... (Feb 5, 2012, PR.com (press release))

The program will include a search for the most outstanding senior volunteer in each state and culminate with the selection of a national Salute to Senior Service winner during Older Americans Month in May. Nominees must be 65 years of age or older and ... (Feb 5, 2012, Lancaster Eagle Gazette)

The clinic offers a full spectrum of animal care including puppy and kitten care, care for cats and dogs, pet spay and neuter, pet vaccinations, and pet senior care. The new website has been conceived as an information resource for the Arch Creek ... (Feb 5, 2012, MarketWatch (press release))

Participating professionals include: Advanced Medical Imaging, Bay Pointe & Marine Courte, Bay Vista Commons, Claremont, Emeritus of Silverdale, Encore Communities, Gentiva Home Health, Harrison Medical Center, Home Instead Senior Care, Hospice of ... (Feb 6, 2012, Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal)

Caring for my own mother, I can easily relate to the travails of Evelyn Volk, the subject of the Enquirer's front-page story (“Juggling care for kids, parents”) Jan. 4. From dawn to midnight, Mrs. Volk takes care of two teenagers as well as her ... (Feb 6, 2012, Cincinnati.com)

The Home Instead Senior Care office serving seniors in Christian, Greene, Stone, Taney and Webster counties, has announced the Salute to Senior Service program to honor senior volunteers for the tireless contributions they make to their local ... (Feb 6, 2012, Christian County Headliner News)

6 to discuss the state's plan to privatize the Medicaid program or other policies regarding senior care. Sullivan heads the Department on Aging which is responsible for administration of Older American's Act programs, distribution of Medicaid long-term ... (Feb 6, 2012, Lawrence Journal World)

Roddie Mazurik, of Marblehead, has been selected CAREGiver of the Year by the Home Instead Senior Care franchise office serving Ottawa, Erie and Huron counties. She is being recognized for commitment and service to the older adults who are local ... (Feb 6, 2012, The Beacon)

New Hanover News & Notes - Valentine's Day in the woods; polar plunge; Civitan ... (Feb 7, 2012, StarNewsOnline.com)

Created to be a senior care resource for aging adults and family members evaluating care solutions for loved ones, the GeriatricHomeCare.org website provides an in-depth understanding of the senior care options available and how in-home care can have a ... (Feb 7, 2012, PR Web (press release))

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