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Long-term care Thomas Slemmer, Board chairman, American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging - Washington USA TODAY's article on the financial implications associated with Alzheimer's disease raises an important question our country must consider: How can we ensure... (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:07:00 GMT)

Class set on long-term care insurance
A two-hour program on long-term care insurance will be at 7 p.m. Monday at Tamalpais High School in Mill Valley. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:56:30 GMT)

Patient Placement Systems Launches the CaringForward.com Long-Term Care Web Site
CaringForward.com provides a forum for long-term care professionals to share and learn about new ideas, trends, software and technologies that advance the goals of continuing care providers (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:01:00 GMT)

Ill Prepared for Long-Term Health Care
The high cost of long-term health care will drag down the quality of life for nearly two-thirds of today's retirees. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 03:58:37 GMT)

Ill Prepared for Long-Term Health Care
The high cost of long-term health care will drag down the quality of life for nearly two-thirds of today's retirees. It can cost $77,000 a year for a nursing home room and $20,000 for in-home care, expenses that many people are ill prepared to absorb, said the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:08:41 GMT)

OneBeacon Professional Partners, Swett & Crawford Announce New Long-Term Care Program
OneBeacon Professional Partners, a member of OneBeacon Insurance Group , today announced that Swett & Crawford is moving its long-term care program and underwriting relationship to OneBeacon. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:30:00 GMT)

Death Of A Child In The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: Long-term Consequences For Siblings
Little is known about the long-term effects of the death of a child in the neonatal intensive care unit on survivor siblings. These siblings may encounter unforeseen emotional difficulties and developmental consequences that can occur whether the siblings are born before or after the infant's death. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 15:14:06 GMT)

Tips for buying long-term care insurance
An option for addressing the high costs of long-term care is to buy an insurance policy. These can cover hiring someone to help the recipient or pay for an assisted living facility. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:13:58 GMT)

Long-term Consequences For Siblings When A Child Dies In The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Little is known about the long-term effects of the death of a child in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) on survivor siblings. These siblings may encounter unforeseen emotional difficulties and developmental consequences that can occur whether the siblings are born before or after the infant's death. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:19:05 GMT)

Holliston long-term care facility celebrates expansion
The Timothy Daniels House, a rehab and long-term care facility on Elm Street, held an event today to celebrate the extensive renovations it recently completed. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:57:23 GMT)

OneBeacon and Swett & Crawford announce new long-term care program
OneBeacon Professional Partners, a member of OneBeacon Insurance Group, has announced that Swett & Crawford is moving its long-term care program and underwriting relationship to OneBeacon. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 00:40:11 GMT)

Long-Term Consequences For Siblings Following The Death Of A Child In The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Little is known about the long-term effects of the death of a child in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) on survivor siblings. These siblings may encounter unforeseen emotional difficulties and developmental consequences that can occur whether the siblings are born before or after the infant's death. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:02:45 GMT)

Holliston long-term care facility celebrates expansion
The Timothy Daniels House, a rehab and long-term care facility on Elm Street, held an event Friday to celebrate the extensive renovations it recently completed. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 15:14:11 GMT)

Long-Term Tolerability And Safety Data Of Abilify(R) In Combination Treatment For Patients With Bipolar I Disorder
ABILIFY® (aripiprazole), when used in combination with lithium or valproate, is a generally well-tolerated long-term treatment for patients with Bipolar I Disorder, who are partially non-responsive to lithium or valproate monotherapy. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:03:25 GMT)

Consumers Significantly Over-Estimate Cost Of Long-Term Care Insurance
The three most commonly held misperceptions about long-term care are the association with nursing home care, the cost of insurance to pay costs and the age at which planning should begin. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 14:32:29 GMT)

Long-term care coverage for University employees scrutinized
Recently, the University made the switch to John Hancock Insurance and Financial Services, its new provider for employees' long-term care insurance. This type of coverage takes effect when policy holders are no longer... read more (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 18:02:43 GMT)

Consumers Significantly Over-estimate Cost of Long-term Care Insurance
A new report reveals that adult consumers hold many misperceptions about long-term care insurance. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 12:50:04 GMT)

Meeting the needs of clients: Long-term care needs assessment released
The needs of seniors and other clients throughout the Placentia, Cape Shore and St. Mary's area are being adequately met, according to a needs assessment for long-term care within Eastern Health. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 14:51:49 GMT)

Bill to overhaul long-term care
AUGUSTA - Advocates filled the State House's welcome center during a news conference held Monday to show their support for a bill that would overhaul Maine's long-term care system by allowing for more choice and self-directed care for older adults and those with disabilities enrolled in MaineCare. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:12:08 GMT)

Long-term care aid for vets, spouses
Dear Savvy Senior (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:05:39 GMT)

New York Life Names Michael Gallo to Head Up Long-Term Care Operation
NEW YORK----New York Life Insurance Company today announced that Michael Gallo has been appointed Senior Vice President of the company's Long-Term Care Operation, based in Austin, Texas. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:40:00 GMT)

Unum Maintains Market Leadership in Group Long Term Care
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.----Unum maintained its market leadership in cases and employees covered by its group long term care product in 2008, noting gains among existing customers who either expanded coverage to more employees or increased the benefit amount. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 18:00:00 GMT)

The long-term care workforce: overview and strategies to adapt supply to a growing demand
This working paper offers an overview of the long-term care workforce and reviews country responses to a growing demand for workers. (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 01:11:04 GMT)

New York Life names new SVP of long-term care operation
New York Life Insurance Company has appointed Michael Gallo as senior vice president of the companys long-term care operation, based in Austin, Texas. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:39:47 GMT)

Japan PM Aso Reveals Outline Of Long-Term Growth Strategy
TOKYO -(Dow Jones)- Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso on Thursday disclosed the outline of his long-term economic growth strategy in which he seeks to create domestic demand worth Y60 trillion and 2 million new jobs over the next three years. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:52:14 GMT)

What to Look for When You Buy a Long-Term-Care Policy
A few key decisions you make when you buy a long-term-care policy can make a big difference when it comes time to file an insurance claim. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:03:19 GMT)

State puts long-term care ombudsman on leave
SALEM -- The top two managers of the state's long-term care agency are on paid leave pending a state investigation. Tony Green, spokesman for Attorney General John Kroger, confirmed that longterm care ombudsman Meredith Cote and assistant Kathy Walter both... (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 18:22:27 GMT)

Generation-X Retirement Savings at Risk: 52% Are Unprepared for Long-Term Costs of Health Care Reports ...
A recent survey showed a large portion of Generation-X is not fully prepared for the effects of long-term health care in the United States nor are they getting the most affordable medical insurance plans. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:05:00 GMT)

Generation-X Retirement Savings at Risk: 52% Are Unprepared for Long-Term Costs of Health Care Reports ...
ARROYO GRANDE, CA--(Marketwire - April 10, 2009) - A recent survey showed a large portion of Generation-X is not fully prepared for the effects of long-term health care in the United States nor are they getting the most affordable medical insurance plans . This survey, conducted by StrategyOne at the behest of America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP), found more than half (52 percent) of the ... (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:07:38 GMT)

Study finds multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria high in long-term care
( Hebrew SeniorLife Institute for Aging Research ) The prevalence of a certain form of drug-resistant bacteria, called multidrug-resistant gram-negative organisms, far surpassed that of two other common antimicrobial-resistant infections in long-term care facilities, according to a study conducted by researchers at Hebrew SeniorLife's Institute for Aging Research. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:03:06 GMT)

New long-term care hospital opens in Land O' Lakes
LAND O' LAKES (Bay News 9) -- A new hospital in Land O' Lakes aims to fill a void in Pasco County when it comes to long-term care. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:06:34 GMT)

Study finds multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria high in long-term care
The prevalence of a certain form of drug-resistant bacteria, called multidrug-resistant gram-negative (MDRGN) organisms, far surpassed that of two other common antimicrobial-resistant infections in long-term care facilities, according to a study conducted by researchers at Hebrew SeniorLife's Institute for Aging Research. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 16:11:34 GMT)

Young miss out on long-term residential care
Auckland District Health Board has no long-term residential facilities that treat teenagers with mental health issues like Monika Menartowicz's, it says. The board's mental health services director, Dr Clive Bensemann, said Monika... (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 16:08:36 GMT)

Long-term care gets ignored
The high cost of long-term health care will drag down the quality of life for nearly two-thirds of today's retirees. It can cost $77,000 a year for a nursing home room and $20,000 for in-home care, expenses that many people are ill prepared to absorb, the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College said. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 11:15:18 GMT)

Rising costs of health care hamper retirees
DES MOINES, Iowa | The high cost of long-term health care will drag down the quality of life for nearly two-thirds of today's retirees. It can cost $77,000 a year for a nursing-home room and $20,000 for in-home care, expenses that many people are ill prepared to absorb, said the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College. An analysis shows that when the cost of health care and long-term ... (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:45:36 GMT)

Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Bacteria High In Long-Term Care
The prevalence of a certain form of drug-resistant bacteria, called multidrug-resistant gram-negative (MDRGN) organisms, far surpassed that of two other common antimicrobial-resistant infections in long-term care facilities, according to a study conducted by researchers at Hebrew SeniorLife's Institute for Aging Research. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:14:12 GMT)

Study Finds Multidrug-resistant Gram-negative Bacteria High In Long-term Care
The prevalence of a certain form of drug-resistant bacteria, called multidrug-resistant gram-negative organisms, far surpassed that of two other common antimicrobial-resistant infections in long-term care facilities, according to a new study. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 19:28:01 GMT)

Beyond Gold or Silver: The Long Term Care Insurance Flight to Financial Safety
If you've lost money in this economy, you may be concerned about protecting what you have left. Safe havens such as gold or silver may be one good option. Another, often overlooked, is long term care insurance. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:30:00 GMT)

New Guidance For Healthcare Professionals To Support People With Long Term Conditions, UK
The Department of Health is launching an information booklet and resource pack to healthcare professionals today, to support them to raise awareness of the benefits of self care to the 15.4 million people living with a long term condition in England. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 11:15:52 GMT)

Long-Term Care Gains Attention In Health Reform
As key lawmakers in Congress look at what's in and what's out of a national health reform plan, long-term care is gaining attention. WBUR's Martha Bebinger reports. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:29:49 GMT)

Non-drug treatment of Alzheimer's disease: Long-term benefit not proven
( Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care ) Whether people with Alzheimer's disease benefit in the long term from non-drug treatment interventions remains an unanswered question. This unsatisfactory finding is mainly due to the fact that convincing studies are lacking so far. For individual approaches, the studies provide indications of a benefit, but also of harm. This is the ... (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:23:04 GMT)

First Patient Enrollment In Clinical Study On Long-Term Cardiac Monitoring For Detection Of Atrial Fibrillation After ...
Transoma Medical, Inc., manufacturer of Sleuth AT™, the only wireless, automated implantable cardiac monitoring system with programmable and frequent electrocardiogram (ECG) sampling, announced the first enrollment and implant in a long-term study to monitor patients who have suffered a cryptogenic stroke (of unknown origin) to determine if atrial fibrillation (AF) is present. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:20:18 GMT)

Non-drug Treatment Of Alzheimer's Disease? Long-term Benefit Not Proven
Whether people with Alzheimer's disease benefit in the long term from non-drug treatment interventions remains an unanswered question. This unsatisfactory finding is mainly due to the fact that convincing studies are lacking so far. For individual approaches, the studies provide indications of a benefit, but also of harm. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 16:16:41 GMT)

Report Finds Wide Variation In N.Y. Counties' Denial Of Medicaid Long Term Care Applications
Over the last decade, 7% of Medicaid long-term care applications in New York state were denied on the grounds that individuals transferred assets to become eligible for the program, but there is wide variation in counties' denial rates, according to a report published by the Rockefeller Institute of the State University of New York, the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle reports. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:01:30 GMT)

Non-drug treatment of Alzheimer's disease: Long-term benefit not proven
Whether people with Alzheimer's disease benefit in the long term from non-drug treatment interventions remains an unanswered question. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:27:36 GMT)

Non-Drug Treatment Of Alzheimer's Disease: Long-Term Benefit Not Proven
Reliable conclusions about the potential for benefit and harm are currently not possible / In general there is still a great need for good studies on non-drug interventions Whether people with Alzheimer's disease benefit in the long term from non-drug treatment interventions remains an unanswered question. (Fri, 17 Apr 2009 10:08:56 GMT)

Long-Term Care Aid for Veterans and Surviving Spouses
Dear Savvy Senior, Does the VA provide any financial assistance to help veterans or their spouses pay for long-term care? My father, who served in the army many years ago, receives some in-home care right now, but will eventually need to move into an assisted living facility because his health is deteriorating. Can the VA help? Searching Son Dear Searching, Thats a great question. Theres ... (Fri, 17 Apr 2009 22:40:35 GMT)

Crisis in long-term health: Boomers caring for elderly parents, but who will care for them?
WHO WILL CARE FOR THEM? The demands of caring for their aging parents are putting a strain on the generation born after World War II. (Sat, 18 Apr 2009 01:39:51 GMT)

Prioritizing Long-Term Care
Newt Gingrich and Bob Kerrey discuss the importance of improving healthcare options for aging Americans. Americans say access and cost are the most important health issues in the U.S. (Sat, 18 Apr 2009 02:46:31 GMT)

Costly Misconceptions: Most people mistakenly believe long-term care is covered
Have you failed to get insurance for long term care in a nursing home because you think you already have coverage? If so, you’re like a lot of other people, according to a Roper survey of Americans 45 years of age and over, recently released by the American Society on Aging (ASA). (Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:00:44 GMT)

Retirement health care benefits a growing cost
While the Oshkosh school district struggles to find a long-term solution to growing costs for providing health insurance for retirees, the city of Oshkosh and Winnebago County have no liability to pay for similar benefits. (Sun, 19 Apr 2009 09:21:45 GMT)

Today's Law: Long Term Care Expenses
CLEVELAND -- Long term care expenses can be costly and are a major concern for older Americans. (Sun, 19 Apr 2009 15:59:30 GMT)

Minnesota's bid to end long-term homelessness is faltering, hampered by the economy and less state funding
Minnesota's ambitious plan to end long-term homelessness looks to be a casualty of the economy, with state officials and social workers skeptical they can provide 4,000 homes by 2010. The tight real estate market has turned developers into reluctant partners, and budget cuts threaten the services that go with those homes. (Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:14:04 GMT)

Commentary: Stimulus package no solution to long-term development
When the world's third largest economy is walking out of the shadow of economic downturn, it has found more problems that demand to be immediately addressed when looking into a long-term picture. (Mon, 20 Apr 2009 11:28:58 GMT)

Baby Boomer Concerns and Other Elder Care Issues Take Center Stage at Geriatric Care Management Conference
From examining long-term care challenges to delving into ethical wills and addictions among the elderly, the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM) 25th annual conference will offer insight to its members into a range of topics. (Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:33:21 GMT)

Minnesota's bid to end long-term homelessness is faltering, hampered by the economy and less state funding
Minnesota's ambitious plan to end long-term homelessness looks to be a casualty of the economy, with state officials and social workers skeptical they can provide 4,000 homes by 2010. The tight real estate market has turned developers into reluctant partners, and budget cuts threaten the services that go with those homes. (Mon, 20 Apr 2009 17:45:36 GMT)

Alzheimers Care Group to Speak at the IHCA Long Term Care Convention
Alzheimer’s Care Group has agreed to present at the Indiana Healthcare Association (IHCA) Long Term Care Convention and Expo, May 5-7, 2009. Ellen Dunnigan , CEO, and Katrina DeGraff, Clinical Director, are slated to speak about “Proactive Strategies to Minimize Behavior from Dementia while Enhancing Family Experiences”. (Mon, 20 Apr 2009 18:32:46 GMT)

Settlement ends dispute over long-term care insurance
Two insurers and an insurance administrator have agreed to end litigation over the sale of long-term care insurance policies by entering into settlements valued at $15 million. (Tue, 21 Apr 2009 03:20:34 GMT)

NDP pledges to add 3,000 long-term care beds for seniors
New Democratic Party leader Carole James visited a Burnaby residential care facility on Monday to back her claim that the B.C. Liberal government hasn't spent enough on the escalating need for residential care beds for seniors. (Tue, 21 Apr 2009 07:05:18 GMT)

New York Life to Pay Long-Term Care Insurance Dividend for the Fifth Consecutive Year
NEW YORK----New York Life Insurance Company announced today it will pay a dividend to its LTCSelect Premier long-term care insurance policyholders this year. This is the fifth consecutive year New York Life, a triple-A rated insurer1, has paid a long-term care insurance dividend. (Tue, 21 Apr 2009 13:44:00 GMT)

Reform of Long-Term Care System Could Save Billions
The federal government could save upwards of $35 billion over ten years if it enacted a policy proposal to reform financing of long-term and post-acute care, said Avalere Health in a new report released today. (Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:34:00 GMT)

Talk on financing long term care at COA
The cost of long-term care is rising and you cannot rely on Medicare to cover the expenses involved. (Tue, 21 Apr 2009 17:02:21 GMT)

Iraq: No long-term role for ex-Blackwater units
Iraq's government spokesman insisted Tuesday that the former Blackwater Worldwide can have no long-term presence in the country and said authorities will continue to press for compensation for a deadly September 2007 shooting. (Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:03:55 GMT)

B.C. NDP promises to create 3,000 long-term care beds for seniors
An NDP government would create 300 long-term care beds for seniors in its first six months in office and a total of 3,000 beds during its term, party leader Carole James said today (April 21). (Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:43:08 GMT)

Ombudsman for long-term care suspended
Oregon's long-term-care ombudsman and her deputy are on paid leave pending a state investigation into their workplace performance. (Wed, 22 Apr 2009 10:17:31 GMT)

Reform Of Long-Term Care System Could Save Billions
The federal government could save upwards of $35 billion over ten years if it enacted a policy proposal to reform financing of long-term and post-acute care, said Avalere Health in a new report released. Avalere built a new proprietary model to assess the federal costs of change in long-term care policy, using methods and assumptions similar to those employed by the Congressional Budget Office. (Wed, 22 Apr 2009 14:08:49 GMT)

Private operators want more for long-term care
Private corporations won't build long-term care facilities in the province unless they are able to charge at least $100 per day for each resident, up from the current maximum of $54, says a public health advocacy organization. (Wed, 22 Apr 2009 17:49:08 GMT)

Province denies rate increase for long term care operators
Alberta Health Minister Ron Liepert is shooting down suggestions that the province is preparing to allow long-term care operators to double their daily rates. Liepert challenged NDP Leader Brian Mason about this issue during a public accounts committee meeting Wednesday morning. Long term care operators have been lobbying the government to lift a cap on rates to encourage the construction of ... (Wed, 22 Apr 2009 19:18:01 GMT)

Coalition to Protect Senior Care Applauds Inclusion of Long Term Care in Senate Finance Committee Roundtable ...
The Coalition to Protect Senior Care (CPSC) -- a national coalition of frontline clinician and caregiver groups providing quality skilled nursing care -- commended the U.S. Senate Finance Committee for including long term care considerations in their roundtable discussion on Reforming America's Health Care Delivery System. The discussion was the leading session in a series of roundtables on the ... (Wed, 22 Apr 2009 22:19:00 GMT)

Chambery Chosen as Long Term Care Leader
Gregory Chambery, the head of the Maplewood Nursing Home in Webster, has been chosen as a future leader in long term care. Chambery is the only one of 25 people across the country chosen to take part in the program that includes a symposium in July. (Thu, 23 Apr 2009 19:52:07 GMT)

The long-term care workforce: overview and strategies to adapt supply to a growing demand
This working paper offers an overview of the long-term care workforce and reviews country responses to a growing demand for workers. This working paper offers an overview of the long-term care (LTC) workforce and reviews country responses to a growing demand for LTC workers. Social Policy (Fri, 24 Apr 2009 03:58:07 GMT)

UnitedHealthcare and Sheridan Healthcare, Inc. Announce New Long-Term National Agreement for Medical Services
SUNRISE, Fla.----A national, long-term agreement will now provide customers of UnitedHealthcare and its affiliates, including Neighborhood Health Partnership in South Florida, with access to the services of health care providers associated with Sheridan Healthcare, Inc. and its affiliates. (Fri, 24 Apr 2009 21:39:00 GMT)

Sheridan Graduate Of Leading For The Long Term Program
The Virginia Health Care Foundation has announced that Suzanne Sheridan, Executive Director of the Rockbridge Area Free Clinic, has graduated from the inaugural class of Leading for the Long Term, a specially-designed leadership development program for leaders in Virginia’s health care safety net organizations. (Sat, 25 Apr 2009 02:58:27 GMT)

Talk on financing long term care at Brewster COA
The cost of long-term care is rising and you cannot rely on Medicare to cover the expenses involved. (Sun, 26 Apr 2009 11:43:06 GMT)

Eliminating Medication Waste in Long-Term Care
Talyst InSite™, the first pharmacy automation system designed specifically for long-term care facilities, enables on-demand dispensing and saves nursing time. (Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:01:00 GMT)

Sun Sentinel Watch: Long-term health policy includes waiting period
Is there any way to get rid of a 14-day elimination period on my long-term care policy? (Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:12:06 GMT)

Eliminating Medication Waste in Long-Term Care
Talyst InSite™, the first pharmacy automation system designed specifically for long-term care facilities, enables on-demand dispensing and saves nursing time. (PRWeb Apr 27, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/20 (Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:16:26 GMT)

Mark Anderson of Good Samaritan Society chosen as future long-term care leader
Care Providers of Minnesota announced that Mark Anderson, administrator of Good Samaritan Society — Albert Lea, has been chosen by the American Health Care Association (AHCA) and National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) as a future leader in long-term care. (Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:42:41 GMT)

Ohio Health Care Association/Ohio Centers for Assisted Living Host Midwest's Largest Long-Term Care Convention in ...
More than 3,000 long-term care professionals are meeting in Columbus May 4 - 7 for the Midwest's largest gathering of personnel from skilled nursing facilities, assisted living residences, and facilities for the developmentally disabled population. (Mon, 27 Apr 2009 19:00:00 GMT)

Board recommends governor fire long-term care ombudswoman
SALEM -- Oregon's long-term care advisory committee voted on Monday to recommend that the governor fire ombudswoman Meredith Cote. Gov. Ted Kulongoski is expected to receive the recommendation formally today. Cote was put on paid leave April 9, along with... (Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:31:53 GMT)

County joins regional care program for elderly, disabled
MANITOWOC Manitowoc County has joined forces with Fond du Lac and Winnebago counties to create a new regional long-term care district to help the elderly and disabled. (Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:13:21 GMT)

NCSL Urged To Back New AHCA-NCAL-Alliance Medicare Post-Acute And Long Term Care Reform Plan
Following up on the announcement this week by Avalere Health that a new Medicare post-acute and long term care reform plan developed by the American Health Care Association (AHCA), the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) and Alliance for Quality Nursing Home Care could both enhance U.S. (Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:17:41 GMT)

Progress made on long-term care facility, sort of
An announcement will be made in the next two weeks that will outline the details of Strathmore’s long-awaited seniors care facility. Or maybe it won’t. (Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:12:06 GMT)

Regional long-term care reform moves forward
Three area counties have joined forces to provide regional long-term care for the elderly and adults with disabilities. (Wed, 29 Apr 2009 09:23:11 GMT)

Winnebago, Fond du Lac and Manitowoc counties team up on long-term care
Three counties have joined forces to provide regional long-term care for the elderly and adults with disabilities. (Wed, 29 Apr 2009 09:27:21 GMT)

4-Hour Virginia Long-Term Care Partnership Training Available from Sandi Kruise Inc.
Sandi Kruise Inc. is proud to announce the release of the 4-Hour Virginia Long-Term Care Partnership Training Course. This course is the first of its kind and can be taken online or on paper for a price as low as $19.50. (Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:01:00 GMT)

Costs for Most Types of Long Term Care in the Nation's Capital Growing Faster than Inflation, According to Annual ...
Area Residents Access to Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Home Care and Adult Day Health Care Costs in Nearly Every Zip Code Throughout the District of Columbia (Thu, 30 Apr 2009 11:05:00 GMT)

Community Approach Necessary For Affordable Long-Term Care, Says NCB Capital Impact
In light of protests in Washington urging inclusion of the Community Choice Act in health care reform efforts, NCB Capital Impact points to the success of existing community-based, affordable long-term supports models as examples of what is possible. (Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:28:00 GMT)

Report: Long-term care costs climbing faster than inflation
The cost of long-term care in Tennessee is rising at a rate faster than inflation, an annual study by Genworth Financial says. (Thu, 30 Apr 2009 20:07:54 GMT)

How Much Long-Term-Care Coverage Do You Need?
Start by finding out the average cost of care where you live. A just-released study by insurer Genworth makes that easy. (Thu, 30 Apr 2009 21:07:51 GMT)


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