Over the last twenty years, I’ve seen many changes and innovations in the caregiving scene. One area outside the nursing home and assisted living environment that has entered the caregiving sector with a greater presence over the past few years in particular is home healthcare and I’d like to take a few moments and provide some [...]
There are so many choices available when looking for nursing home care. This can make it hard to figure out what is what. Fortunately, there are a multitude of resources for people who need assistance. Administration for Community Living (ACL) This is part of the federal government that provides Medicare patients with information and help [...]
Each person is different. This means that in order to get the right nursing home care plan, you should develop a care plan that fits your needs. It is up to you to make your goals, wishes and health care requirements known to the staff of your nursing home. Health Assessment The first day you [...]
You have collected all the information you can on local nursing homes. You have visited the top homes on your list to get a feel for what lies ahead. How do you choose the right future home for yourself or your loved ones? Involve Everyone You Need To This decision is not one that should [...]
The prospect of living in a nursing home is one that often met with dread because it signifies the loss of freedom and independence. It's important for anyone considering a nursing home to know that residents do have rights that are protected by law. Any violation of these rights should be reported immediately. A nursing [...]
When you place your elderly loved one in a nursing home, the facility may ask you to sign a document called a nursing home admission agreement. Before you sign, however, you would be wise to carefully read it over. This type of agreement typically contains two provisions that could adversely affect your rights and liabilities [...]
Dissatisfaction with care and treatment is a common reason for most nursing home disputes. If you have a with a nursing home, the following steps will help in resolving the matter. First, speak to the nursing home staff involved in the dispute. If a resolution cannot be reached, speak to the supervisor. If feasible, ask [...]
Many nursing home residents miss out on spending holidays and other special occasions with their families because they fear they will lose their Medicaid or Medicare if they leave the facility. The rules vary statewide, but in most cases a resident can leave a nursing home for a family visit and still keep their Medicaid [...]