Long Term Care News May 2012

Sage Advice for Seniors: Being a caretaker can take its toll
According to Family Caregiver Alliance, a national nonprofit that addresses the needs of families and friends providing long-term care at home, as many as 7 of 10 people who are the caretaker for a loved one with a chronic illness suffer from depression. (Tue, 01 May 2012 01:00:00 -0700)

VIDEO: 'No long-term help' after strokes
A lack of long-term post-hospital care in the UK is denying stroke survivors the best chance of recovery, the Stroke Association says. (Tue, 01 May 2012 01:26:17 -0700)

Congressional Leader Recognizes Long Term Care Crisis; Businesses Need to Act Now for Their Employees
EM-Power Services, a pioneer in helping employers incorporate education and planning for long term care into their benefits package, has published a free report detailing the hidden and not so hidden costs of long term care to employers and their workers.Boston, MA (PRWEB) May 02, 2012 The aging long term care crisis was outlined by a senior member of the U.S. Senate Committee, Senator Bob ... (Wed, 02 May 2012 00:27:10 -0700)

Medical-marijuana policies in Colo. nursing homes are cloudy
Medical-marijuana policy in long-term-care facilities across Colorado is hazy at best. (Wed, 02 May 2012 00:43:58 -0700)

Minister threatens to roll back fees
Health and Long-Term Care Minister Deb Matthews is calling on Ontario doctors to get back to the bargaining table and "hammer out" an agreement on patient compensation after contract talks broke off between the two sides last week.[...] (Wed, 02 May 2012 03:15:47 -0700)

Minister admires focus on fixing ER
Health and Long-Term Care Minister Deb Matthews has never seen a community more focused than Sudbury on dealing with the crisis in health-care beds due in part to the rising number of ailing, elderly people.[...] (Wed, 02 May 2012 03:31:15 -0700)

Long-term outcome similar with thrombus aspiration and stents in PCI
New research confirms thrombus aspiration during percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in patients with acute ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) provides long-term outcomes similar to conventional intervention with bare-metal or drug-eluting stents. Findings published in a special STEMI-focused issue of Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions, a journal of the Society ... (Wed, 02 May 2012 06:52:00 -0700)

A.M. Best Affirms Northwestern Mutual's Best-Possible A++ Financial Strength Rating for the 37th Consecutive Year
MILWAUKEE, May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A.M. Best has affirmed the A++ insurance financial strength ratings for Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company ... (Wed, 02 May 2012 10:00:00 -0700)

Rescued cats need long-term care
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ORPEA: Further Solid and Buoyant Growth
ORPEA (Paris:ORP), European leader in player in Long-Term Care (nursing homes), Post-Acute Care and Psychiatric Care, today announced its sales for the first quarter to 31 st March, 2012. (Wed, 02 May 2012 22:38:12 -0700)

Long-term care costs to hit £38bn by 2025
The annual cost of long-term care is expected to rise from to £33,000 per person by 2025. (Wed, 02 May 2012 23:45:10 -0700)

Long-term care costs to hit £33,000 per year
The annual cost of long-term care will rise by 27% to £33,000 per person by 2025, up from £26,000 today, a new survey by LV= reveals.Over the next 13 years, 37% more people will need long-term care – due ... (Thu, 03 May 2012 08:24:58 -0700)

Long-term care costs to hit £38bn a year by 2025
Longer life expectancy means a 37% increase in the number of people needing long term care in UK by 2025, according to a report by insurer Liverpool Victoria, LV=. (Thu, 03 May 2012 09:23:08 -0700)

National Study Finds Nurse Practitioners Vital to Providing Hands-on Care for Residents in Long-Term Care Facilities
A Canadian study led by Ryerson University and Dalhousie University has found that nurse practitioners in long-term care facilities can provide rapid medical assessments and treatment more efficiently for residents. (Thu, 03 May 2012 10:36:59 -0700)

NHC Reports First Quarter Earnings
National HealthCare Corporation , a publicly traded long-term health care company, today announced net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended March 31, 2012 of $10,508,000 compared to $16,556,000 for the quarter ended March 31, 2011, a decrease of 36.5%. (Thu, 03 May 2012 14:03:00 -0700)

Altercare employees get industry awards
Two local Altercare nursing assistants (STNAs) have been awarded annual long-term care professional achievement awards by the Ohio Health Care Association. (Thu, 03 May 2012 15:47:26 -0700)

Long Term Care CEO to keynote Financial Exec Awards breakfast
Paul Forte, CEO of Portsmouth-based Long Term Care Partners, will deliver keynote remarks at NHBR's first Financial Executive of the Year Awards breakfast reception on Tuesday, May 15, in Manchester. (Thu, 03 May 2012 21:17:06 -0700)

Queens Gardens Long-Term Care Cutting RN Hours 30.4 Per Cent: Ontario Nurses' Association says cuts not allowed, will ...
HAMILTON, ON, May 4, 2012 /CNW/ - The Queens Gardens long-term care residence is gutting its complement of registered nurses (RNs), risking the health and safety of its elderly, vulnerable residents."Queens ... (Fri, 04 May 2012 05:17:00 -0700)

Navigate a Course for Long-Term Care
The long-term-care insurance business is in turmoil. But these options can help you steer through the turbulent marketplace. (Fri, 04 May 2012 08:31:54 -0700)

Long term care bill to rise by £16bn
The annual cost of long term care in the UK is expected to rise by £16 billion by 2025, according to a report. (Fri, 04 May 2012 09:38:31 -0700)

Robert Cardona LTC Insurance Solutions Inc. Shares Six Factors That can Make a Long Term Care Insurance Policy More ...
Long term care insurance policies that are designed to insure all possible events will be understandably somewhat costly. However, according to Robert Cardona Long Term Care Insurance Solutions Inc., there are six factors that need consideration to make premiums more affordable.Beaumont, California (PRWEB) May 04, 2012 Price is what scares away most prospective long term care insurance buyers ... (Fri, 04 May 2012 14:02:34 -0700)

Long-term care: staying home when you want to
Long-term care is a scary topic for many families in America. Older couples wonder how they will care for each other while retaining their independence and quality of life. (Sun, 06 May 2012 04:42:13 -0700)

Long-Term-Care Insurance: Who Needs It?
As the nation's roughly 78 million baby boomers move into old age, the need for long-term care will soar. But when it comes to long-term-care insurance, relatively few sign up. The policies can be expensive and some big insurance companies have stopped offering them. (Tue, 08 May 2012 00:35:30 -0700)

Long-Term-Care Insurance: Who Needs It?
Above: AnnaBelle Bowers, 87, has lunch with granddaughter Kelley Hawkins in Harrisburg, Pa. Kelley and her sister-in-law, LaDonna Martin, jointly care for AnaBelle. (Tue, 08 May 2012 06:59:30 -0700)

Press Release
LOS ANGELES, May 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Â Non-profit organization 3in4 Association and its spokesperson, elder care expert & author Dr. Marion , today kicked off a 50-city bus tour to promote awareness for long-term health care planning, and launch a national senior talent contest to give away a free year-long stay at an Emeritus Senior Living community, valued at $45,000. (Tue, 08 May 2012 09:08:45 -0700)

Gayle Mountain is named Pasco, North Pinellas Long-Term Care Ombudsman of Year
By Nova Beall, Times Staff Writer Tuesday, May 8, 2012 Gayle Mountain stands out with shoes that match her shirt. Good for you | by Nova Beall Florida's Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program honored Gayle Mountain as the Pasco and North Pinellas Council's "Ombudsman of the Year" at its monthly council meeting April 19. Ombudsmen volunteers receive this award by demonstrating exceptional efforts ... (Tue, 08 May 2012 14:37:14 -0700)

Social care reforms delayed by coalition
Government will not bring forward bill in next session of parliament to overhaul care of elderly and disabled people The government has delayed plans to overhaul long-term care of elderly and disabled people, despite promising "legislation in the second session of this parliament" when the coalition took office. Instead, the government will put forward a white paper in the Queen's speech to ... (Tue, 08 May 2012 16:31:30 -0700)

Why Do Hill Republicans Want to Make Home and Community Care So Hard?
Why would House Republicans slash programs that make it possible for the frail elderly and adults with disabilities to live at home? Especially since the alternative would often be more costly nursing home care. GOP lawmakers say they support Medicaid?s Home and Community Based programs that provide long-term services and supports in the community rather ... (Tue, 08 May 2012 18:24:00 -0700)

Bristol Elder Services in need of volunteers
Bristol Elder Services manages the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program in the Greater Taunton area and is in need of a few dedicated volunteers. (Tue, 08 May 2012 20:12:04 -0700)

Life Care Funding Group and LivingSenior Announce Strategic Partnership
Alliance will provide one-stop access to the best senior living and long term care communities and funding options to help families pay for the costs. (PRWeb May 09, 2012) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/20 (Wed, 09 May 2012 00:52:42 -0700)

Waiting To Buy Long-Term-Care Insurance Adds Up
Kimberly Lankford, personal finance writer for Kiplinger.com and Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine, talks to David Greene about the shifting market for long-term-care insurance, and if it is still worth buying. (Wed, 09 May 2012 01:33:52 -0700)

Should You Buy A Long-Term-Care Insurance Policy?
David Greene talks to Kimberly Lankford, personal finance writer for Kiplinger.com and "Kiplinger's Personal Finance" magazine, about the shifting market for long-term-care insurance, and if it is still worth buying. (Wed, 09 May 2012 01:50:30 -0700)

Home health and long-term care issues and trends
USA Today reports on the profitability of home health care businesses while NPR examines long-term care insurance. (Wed, 09 May 2012 02:48:23 -0700)

Elderly patients stuck in acute care beds, doc says
Sudbury's hospital is clogged up with elderly patients, despite long-term care beds being added to the community last summer. (Wed, 09 May 2012 06:01:57 -0700)

Market for Long-Term Care Insurance Found to be Failing
Despite efforts to promote a private market in long-term care insurance, the largest funding source for long-term care was the US government through Medicaid. In a new article, Harvard Professor Richard Frank analyzes the causes of the failure of the private market to take root in the provision of long-term care insurance.(PRWEB) May 09, 2012 In the United States in 2009, more than $200 billion ... (Wed, 09 May 2012 10:18:22 -0700)

Lown Cardiovascular Research Foundation Presents Data Showing Favorable Long Term Results of Optimal Medical Therapy ...
The Lown Cardiovascular Research Foundation will present two studies that report long-term rates of revascularization and myocardial infarction in patients receiving optimal medical therapy , including an important subset of patients who sought second opinions at the Lown Center regarding invasive evaluations but elected to receive OMT. (Wed, 09 May 2012 12:28:00 -0700)

Advocat Announces 2012 First Quarter Results
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. -- Advocat Inc. a premier provider of long term care services primarily in the Southeast and Southwest, today announced its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2012. On May 8, ... (Wed, 09 May 2012 13:02:00 -0700)

UPDATE -- Advocat Announces 2012 First Quarter Results
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. -- Advocat Inc. a premier provider of long term care services primarily in the Southeast and Southwest, today announced its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2012. On May 8, ... (Wed, 09 May 2012 13:48:44 -0700)

MEDICA First-Quarter 2012 Financial Information
MEDICA (Paris:MDCA), a leading provider of long and short-term dependency care in France, has released its quarterly review for the three months ended 31 March 2012. (Wed, 09 May 2012 22:09:04 -0700)

A new life for Penn Treaty
More than 200 local employees will keep their jobs at Salisbury Township long-term care provider. A judge has breathed new life into Penn Treaty American Corp., ruling against the state's efforts to dissolve the Salisbury Township provider of long-term care policies. (Thu, 10 May 2012 12:33:07 -0700)

AdCare Health Systems Reports Record First Quarter 2012 Results
SPRINGFIELD, OH-- - AdCare Health Systems, Inc. , a leading long-term care provider, reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2012.Q1 2012 Financial Highlights Record revenues of ... (Thu, 10 May 2012 13:05:00 -0700)

Long-term care program planned at library
With nursing-home care topping $127,000 a year in Connecticut, the Fairfield Public Library says in a news release, retirement savings and other assets can quickly be gobbled up by long-term care. (Thu, 10 May 2012 14:27:49 -0700)

Why long-term care insurance is important
An often overlooked component of investing is protecting what you have, including your health as you get older (Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 -0700)

Retirement redefined: Preparing for long-term care needs
An average of 10,000 people a day are turning 65 years old, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. (Fri, 11 May 2012 05:17:18 -0700)

Texas Health Care Association Thanks Gov. Perry for Designating May 13-19 as "Nursing Home Week" in Texas
Members of State's Largest Long Term Care Association to Celebrate Nursing Home Week with Local Events, Educational Outreach to Honor Residents, Family Members and Caregivers (Fri, 11 May 2012 11:20:11 -0700)

Pharmaceuticals provider Omnicare fined $50M
WASHINGTON, May 11 (UPI) -- A pharmaceuticals provider will pay $50 million to resolve allegations it improperly dispensed drugs to long-term care residents, U.S. officials said. (Fri, 11 May 2012 15:14:01 -0700)

Anthony Hilton: Tough decision ducked on care for the elderly
The Queen's Speech on Wednesday was pretty dull stuff, but one bit which did make me cross was when the issue of long-term care for the elderly was once again kicked into the long grass. (Fri, 11 May 2012 16:08:58 -0700)

Stroke survivors must be vigilant to prevent more from happening
Long-term care is essential in managing the effects of a stroke and to keep additional ones from happening. (Sat, 12 May 2012 15:59:16 -0700)

Asheville area seniors see long-term health care rates skyrocket
Brenda and Allan Abrams bought long-term health care insurance so they wouldn’t be a burden to their children. Now they are facing huge premium increases. (Sat, 12 May 2012 21:42:54 -0700)

Asheville area seniors see long-term health care rates skyrocket
Brenda and Allan Abrams bought long-term health care insurance so they wouldn’t be a burden to their children. Now they are facing huge premium increases. (Sun, 13 May 2012 03:44:24 -0700)

Heart of Polk: Jeanne Anastasi
As a long-term care ombudsman, the Poinciana resident investigates complaints from residents of assisted living facilities and nursing homes. (Sun, 13 May 2012 17:11:32 -0700)

Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre Redevelopment Project Completed
HAMILTON, ON, May 14, 2012 /CNW/ - Deb Matthews , Minister of Health and Long-Term Care and Ted McMeekin, MPP for Ancaster-Dundas-Flamborough-Westdale, joined hospital officials and health care partners ... (Mon, 14 May 2012 07:30:00 -0700)

MEDIA ADVISORY: Long-Term Care Task Force on Resident Care and Safety releasing report to address abuse and neglect in ...
TORONTO , May 14, 2012 /CNW/ - On Wednesday, May 16 , the Long-Term Care Task Force on Resident Care and Safety, established to address incidents of abuse and neglect in long-term care homes as well as ... (Mon, 14 May 2012 07:36:00 -0700)

Nova Scotia to lower ambulance fees for people in long-term care homes
HALIFAX - Nova Scotia is lowering ambulance fees for people living in licensed long-term care homes and those with reduced mobility. (Mon, 14 May 2012 08:04:01 -0700)

Nurse team mobilized
A mobile team of specially-trained registered nurses is on the road to improve care for residents at Simcoe County’s long- term care homes.[...] (Mon, 14 May 2012 18:42:18 -0700)

Home Care Assistance Launches HomeCareNurses.org
HomeCareNurses.org shares valuable tips on choosing the best long-term care option and educates seniors and their loved ones about the role that in-home care plays in helping aging adults remain independent in their own homesPalo Alto, CA (PRWEB) May 14, 2012 Home Care Assistance, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the launch of homecarenurses.org. The site is ... (Mon, 14 May 2012 19:02:16 -0700)

Week celebrates those in long-term care
The second week of May is designated National Home Week with this year's theme of "Celebrating the Journey." (Mon, 14 May 2012 22:24:35 -0700)

MEDIA ADVISORY: Long-Term Care Task Force on Resident Care and Safety releasing report to address abuse and neglect in ...
TORONTO , May 15, 2012 /CNW/ - On Wednesday, May 16 , the Long-Term Care Task Force on Resident Care and Safety, established to address incidents of abuse and neglect in long-term care homes as well as ... (Tue, 15 May 2012 06:30:00 -0700)

Long-Term Care Insurance Set to Expand Rapidly as an Employee Benefit
The private sector is gearing up to protect millions in the workplace, according to a special report from EraNova Institute. Up until now, long-term care insurance has not been one of the most popular employee benefits. That’s about to change, insiders say.Mountain Lakes, NJ (PRWEB) May 16, 2012 Today the EraNova Institute announces the publication of a special report, The LTC Benefit Battle. ... (Tue, 15 May 2012 21:03:01 -0700)

Leading Long Term Care Insurance Firm Hosts 3in4 Need More Tour Event
OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- MasterCare Solutions, a National LTC Network member, hosted the May 11 Oregon stop of the 3in4 Need More Tour.Nathan Sanow, Business Development Manager ... (Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 -0700)

Taking Action to Protect Long-Term Care Residents
Long-Term Care Task Force on Resident Care and Safety Heard From Close To 2,000 OntariansTORONTO , May 16, 2012 /CNW/ - The Long-Term Care Task Force on Resident Care and Safety, established to address ... (Wed, 16 May 2012 08:00:00 -0700)

Ontario Nurses Association Pushes for Implementation of Long-Term Care Task Force Recommendations:
ONA says resident care and safety can't waitTORONTO , May 16, 2012 /CNW/ - While strongly supportive of the work of the Long Term Care Task Force on Resident Care and Safety, the Ontario Nurses' Association ... (Wed, 16 May 2012 09:00:00 -0700)

Long-term access solutions for cancer patients
What access do/can cancer patients, survivors and conquerors have to long-term health care? What can they expect from government agencies, health maintenance organizations (HMOs), health care providers and health practitioners? What access solutions are in place and what are not? (Wed, 16 May 2012 10:26:34 -0700)

Report targets safety in Ontario nursing homes
Ontario needs specialized nursing homes for aging residents with behavioural problems if it hopes to curb abuse in long-term care facilities, an industry group said Wednesday. (Wed, 16 May 2012 10:56:47 -0700)

Ont. nursing homes need flexibility to handle abusive staff, residents: report
TORONTO - Ontario needs specialized nursing homes for aging residents with behavioural problems if it hopes to curb abuse in long-term care facilities, an industry group said Wednesday. (Wed, 16 May 2012 14:29:16 -0700)

Senior center talks long-term care planning. Are you ready?
Learn about the newest concept in long-term care planning, Senior Choice at Home, at the senior center on Thursday, May 17, at 12:30. The program is designed to provide long-term protection for individuals who wish to remain in their home, ensure their care and protect their assets. (Wed, 16 May 2012 15:43:06 -0700)

Many Primary Care Docs Don't Know Long-Term Effects of Chemo: Survey
WEDNESDAY, May 16 (HealthDay News) -- Many primary care doctors don't know the long-term side effects of the chemotherapy treatments that cancer survivors under their care may have been given, a new survey found. (Wed, 16 May 2012 20:52:07 -0700)

Primary Care Doctors Don't Know Long-Term Effects of Chemo
Experts stress that information needs to be passed on after cancer treatment ends. (Thu, 17 May 2012 08:10:21 -0700)

HVS Financial Launches the Most Comprehensive, Accurate Long-Term Care Calculator to Help Boomers Plan for LTC Costs ...
DANVERS, MA-- - It is an indisputable fact that healthcare expenses rise exponentially in the final two years of life, and the main source of these costs are assisted living facilities and nursing homes. ... (Thu, 17 May 2012 09:42:00 -0700)

PHOTO: Hero in Long Term Care
Parker Nursing and Rehabilitation Certified Nursing Assistant Betty Anderson (right) receives flowers after winning the "Heroes in Long Term Care" award Thursday in front of her colleagues. Anderson rushed to the aid of a neighboring resident last month after explosions (Thu, 17 May 2012 20:53:36 -0700)

Got talent? Get to Champlin Shores
Speaker to visit Champlin Shores spreading long-term (Thu, 17 May 2012 23:27:36 -0700)

CAW expresses disappointment with 'Action Plan' aimed at long-term care deregulation in Ontario
TORONTO , May 18, 2012 /CNW/ - The CAW is expressing frustration and disappointment with the Ontario Long-Term Care Task Force on Resident Care and Safety Report released May 16, 2012 .The task force developed ... (Fri, 18 May 2012 07:18:00 -0700)

Got talent? Get to Champlin Shores
Speaker to visit Champlin Shores spreading long-term (Sat, 19 May 2012 02:06:46 -0700)

Some Doctors Unaware of Long-Term Effects of Cancer Care
Doctors need to be better educated about the significant long-term side effects of chemotherapy that may affect their cancer survivor patients. (Sat, 19 May 2012 09:46:50 -0700)

Got talent? Get to Champlin Shores
Speaker to visit Champlin Shores spreading long-term (Sat, 19 May 2012 23:23:42 -0700)

Consumer 12.0: Friends Life Care, a long-term alternative
No one knows what tomorrow holds. But if biology is destiny, or even a major piece of it, Michael and Linda Dzuba had good reason to ponder a long future as they neared their 60th birthdays. And perhaps reason to worry just a bit. (Sun, 20 May 2012 00:08:44 -0700)

Consumer 12.0: Friends Life Care, a long-term alternative
No one knows what tomorrow holds. But if biology is destiny, or even a major piece of it, Michael and Linda Dzuba had good reason to ponder a long future as they neared their 60th birthdays. And perhaps reason to worry just a bit. (Sun, 20 May 2012 00:17:43 -0700)

Doctors Learn About Cancer Follow-Up Care
Doctors need to be better educated about the significant long-term side effects of chemotherapy that may affect their cancer survivor patients, according to new research. ... (Mon, 21 May 2012 00:26:35 -0700)

Got talent? Get to Champlin Shores
Speaker to visit Champlin Shores spreading long-term (Mon, 21 May 2012 00:36:46 -0700)

Bank to host seminar on long-term care
Chelsea Groton Financial Services will host a Long Term Care Seminar featuring Aldo Pantano, of Connecticut Partnership for Long Term Care, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. June 6 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 224 Gold Star Highway in Groton. (Mon, 21 May 2012 19:57:56 -0700)

Business people, Tuesday, May 22
BANKING Samuel Vallandingham , senior vice president and chief information officer of First State Bank, Barboursville, testified May 9 before the House Financial Services Committee Subcommittee on Financial Insti... (Mon, 21 May 2012 21:40:13 -0700)

Got talent? Get to Champlin Shores
Speaker to visit Champlin Shores spreading long-term (Mon, 21 May 2012 23:23:00 -0700)

WoundRounds®, the Point-of-Care Wound Management Solution, Expands Long-Term Care Solutions Team
WoundRounds®, the point-of-care wound management & prevention solution, announces the addition of Amanda Smithey as Regional Director to provide better service to its growing base of post-acute customers. Amanda Smithey joins WoundRounds as a Regional Director of the Long Term Care Solutions team. An accomplished post-acute care executive, Smithey has experience in business development with long ... (Tue, 22 May 2012 00:23:43 -0700)

Guardian Pharmacy LLC Announces Opening of Atlanta Long-term Care Pharmacy
Guardian Pharmacy, LLC, one of the largest long-term care pharmacy companies in the U.S., in partnership with Matt Hopp and Kathy Gibson, announced the opening of Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta. (Tue, 22 May 2012 10:43:00 -0700)

Panelists: Health Care Law’s Innovations Taking Hold Despite Supreme Court Case
Despite uncertainty about the coming U.S. Supreme Court decision on its constitutionality, the 2010 health care law already has triggered a long-term transformation in the way U.S. health care is delivered and paid for, a panel of specialists said on Tuesday. (Tue, 22 May 2012 11:28:19 -0700)

Middle classes are let down on elderly care as they have to overcome five expensive obstacles to find a care home place
The warning from the charity Independent Age comes amid growing concerns over how long-term care is funded. (Tue, 22 May 2012 18:46:19 -0700)

Got talent? Get to Champlin Shores
Speaker to visit Champlin Shores spreading long-term (Tue, 22 May 2012 23:23:02 -0700)

Press Release
Guardian Pharmacy, LLC, one of the largest long-term care pharmacy companies in the U.S., in partnership with Matt Hopp and Kathy Gibson, announced the opening of Guardian Pharmacy of Atlanta. (Wed, 23 May 2012 00:10:05 -0700)

Millions in Workplaces May Get Long-Term Care Insurance, According to Industry Leader Offering Special Report
KIRKLAND, Wash., May 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today LTC Financial Partners LLC (LTCFP) announces an agreement with EraNova Institute to distribute a special report on the future of long-term care insurance ... (Wed, 23 May 2012 02:00:00 -0700)

Long Beach resident wins $50,000 home remodeling contest for his mother's long-term care
John Simich drives his 87-year-old mother to run all of her errands. He takes her to lunch to get her out of the house. (Wed, 23 May 2012 18:58:01 -0700)

Make Abuse Prevention Topmost Priority at Nursing Homes, Says Report
A task force says all Ontario long-term care homes should make prevention of abuse and neglect their topmost priority and asks the provincial government to take action along [...] (Wed, 23 May 2012 22:02:31 -0700)

Got talent? Get to Champlin Shores
Speaker to visit Champlin Shores spreading long-term (Wed, 23 May 2012 23:23:00 -0700)

Kindred Healthcare Executes New Master Lease with Ventas, Inc. for 10 Expiring Long-Term Acute Care Hospitals and an ...
Kindred Healthcare, Inc. today announced that it has entered into a new master lease agreement with Ventas, Inc. for ten long-term acute care hospitals. (Thu, 24 May 2012 04:30:00 -0700)

Long-Term Care Insurance May Be the Next Big Employee Benefit, According to Report to Be Distributed by Leading Agency
Under an agreement with EraNova Institute, LTC Financial Partners has secured rights to distribute a special report on the future of long-term care insurance as an employee benefit. The company will make complementary copies of the report available to selected benefit brokers and major employers. Titled “The LTC Benefit Battle,” the document is based on interviews with leaders in the insurance ... (Thu, 24 May 2012 12:32:25 -0700)

Health officials say unsealed asbestos found in Saskatchewan long-term care home
STRASBOURG, Sask. - Unsealed asbestos has been found in the boiler room and attic of a long-term care home in Strasbourg, Sask. (Thu, 24 May 2012 13:17:31 -0700)

Judge strikes down Defense of Marriage Act provision in state employees' case
A federal judge ruled in Oakland that the state's public-employee pension system must make long-term care insurance equally available to same-sex spouses and partners. U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken said a provision of the federal Defense of Marriage Act, or DOMA, is unconstitutional to the extent that it limits same-sex spouses of state workers in obtaining the insurance. The provision of ... (Thu, 24 May 2012 22:12:14 -0700)

Long-Term Care in Idaho: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
New AARP Report Takes a Deep Dive into Gem State Care for the Elderly & Disabled- Details State Successes & What Needs Work (Fri, 25 May 2012 07:31:14 -0700)

VA Continues Long-Term Study on Gulf War Era Veterans
For the third time since the 1990-1991 Gulf War, Department of Veterans Affairs researchers will contact Gulf War-era Veterans as a part of a long-term study of their health. (Fri, 25 May 2012 07:55:00 -0700)

Is Long-Term Care Insurance a Good Idea?
Registered nurse Susan Eager pays a house call visit to a patient in Denver, Colo. Photo by John Moore/Getty Images. Paul Solman answers questions from the NewsHour audience on business and economic news here on his Making Sen$e page. Here is Friday's query: Name: Nancy Question: What happens to long-term care insurance in the new health care? I have paid for long-term care for over 10 years. My ... (Fri, 25 May 2012 08:01:13 -0700)

AARP reviews long-term care services and supports in Idaho
When it comes to how Idaho cares for its elderly and disabled, the state is ahead of the curve in some areas and right behind the eight ball in others, according to a new AARP report taking an in-depth review of long-term care services and supports (LTSS) in the Gem State. (Fri, 25 May 2012 08:59:34 -0700)

Calpers Must Offer Same-Sex Couples Long-Term Care: Court
The California Public Employees’ Retirement System, the largest U.S. pension fund, must offer long-term care insurance to same-sex couples and domestic partners, a federal judge ruled. (Fri, 25 May 2012 12:22:34 -0700)

Ruling: Calif. pension fund must offer long-term care coverage to same-sex couples
SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- In a major case involving gay rights at CalPERS, the nation's largest public pension fund has been ordered to offer its long-term care insurance program to same-sex partners of California workers. (Fri, 25 May 2012 18:21:23 -0700)

Florida ombudsman for long-term care changes operation
It's been one year since Jim Crochet became Florida's long term care ombudsman, head watchdog of the program charged with protecting the rights of... (Fri, 25 May 2012 19:50:46 -0700)

Judge: CalPERS can offer long-term care insurance to gay couples
In a major case involving gay rights at CalPERS, the nation's largest public pension fund has been ordered to offer its long-term care insurance program to same-sex partners of California workers. (Fri, 25 May 2012 21:15:59 -0700)

Bosses unite to pledge future of Rochdale Infirmary
Health and council chiefs have pledged that Rochdale Infirmary DOES have a long term future. Bosses have signed a joint statement acknowledging concerns over recent changes at the hospital as a long term plan for the infirmary starts to take shape. The infirmary into a 'hub' for community and hospital health care. (Sat, 26 May 2012 01:14:59 -0700)

Home Care Assistance Launches HomeHealthCareAssistance.org
Home Care Assistance Launches HomeHealthCareAssistance.org With approximately 75 million family caregivers across North America providing care for an aging or chronically ill family member or other loved one and a boom in the aging population, there is a need for practical advice and best practices to help families looking into long-term care options. By completing the brief form on the website ... (Sat, 26 May 2012 23:15:21 -0700)

Is long-term care insurance a good investment?
Thanks to better nutrition, better-quality health care and increased health awareness, Americans are living longer. With longer life comes increased medical problems and ever-increasing health care costs. (Sun, 27 May 2012 04:25:28 -0700)

8 long-term care insurance myths
Chances are about 70 percent that you'll need long-term care sometime after age 65, according to the nonprofit Life and Health Insurance Foundation for Education (LIFE). (Sun, 27 May 2012 09:35:26 -0700)

8 long-term care insurance myths
Chances are about 70 percent that you'll need long-term care sometime after age 65, according to the nonprofit Life and Health Insurance Foundation for Education (LIFE). And it won't come (Sun, 27 May 2012 09:55:24 -0700)

Judge: CalPERS can offer long-term care insurance to gay couples
By Dale Kasler, Sacramento Bee In a major case involving gay rights at CalPERS, the nation’s largest public pension fund has been ordered to offer its long-term care insurance program to same-sex partners of California workers. A federal judge in Oakland struck down portions of the federal Defense of Marriage Act that have prevented the California Public [...] (Mon, 28 May 2012 16:11:55 -0700)

Govt urged to use health budget to fund LTC reform
The Nuffield Trust says policymakers could shift money from the health budget to help pay for long-term care funding. (Tue, 29 May 2012 00:14:15 -0700)

Pennsylvania to Require Electronic Fingerprinting for Applicants Working in Long-Term Care Settings
HARRISBURG, Pa., May 29, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Pennsylvania Department of Aging will soon begin using an electronic fingerprinting process to screen people applying to work in a long-term care facility or home health care agency. As of June 4, manually submitted background check requests will no longer be accepted by the department. (Tue, 29 May 2012 10:32:09 -0700)

Electronic fingerprinting soon needed to provide long-term elder care
HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Department of Aging will soon begin using an electronic fingerprinting process to screen people applying to work in a long-term care facility or home health care agency. (Tue, 29 May 2012 11:25:38 -0700)

OMB hears Schlegel challenge
WINDSOR, Ont. -- Parking would be less than two metres from their property line, numerous trees would be torn out and multi-level buildings would hover over their backyards, say two residents fighting construction of the $35-million Schlegel Villages long-term care facility. (Tue, 29 May 2012 11:55:44 -0700)

We Are Not Prepared for Long-Term Care
This morning, I was on Diane Rehm?s NPR radio show talking about long-term care insurance. The other guests?former Social Administrator Ken Apfel, Families USA executive director Ron Pollack, and Kiplinger?s Personal Financec olumnist Kim Lankford?and I agreed on one thing: Private LTC insurance is an appropriate tool for some consumers, but it is not a ... (Tue, 29 May 2012 15:01:03 -0700)

Long-term care advocate Dr. Marion will speak Friday
A nationally known long-term care advocate will speak Friday in Hartland Township about how Americans can brace themselves for the upcoming "geriatric tsunami." (Wed, 30 May 2012 03:43:50 -0700)

United Security Assurance Expands Long Term Care Insurance Plans for Individuals Living with Challenging Health ...
SOUDERTON, Pa., May 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- United Security Assurance Company of Pennsylvania (USA) is now offering their LifeStyle Solutions(SM) (LSS) and LifeStyle Solutions Select(SM) (LSS Select), ... (Wed, 30 May 2012 09:14:00 -0700)

Long-term care facility decision still weeks away
The delay for Windsor's planned long-term care facility continues as neighbours complain to the Ontario Municipal Board. (Wed, 30 May 2012 10:39:36 -0700)

Air clean in Strasbourg care home
Air quality tests in Last Mountain Pioneer long-term care home in Strasbourg have turned up low or no amounts of asbestos. The facility was tested in six locations following the discovery of friable or uncovered asbestos in the building’s boiler room and attic. (Wed, 30 May 2012 15:48:18 -0700)

OMB hearing: Neighbour just wants respect
WINDSOR, Ont. -- It's the second day of a OMB hearing on the fate of long-term care facility Schlegel Villages. Jim Chambers, whose property abuts the proposed site, says the company isn't being a good neighbour. (Wed, 30 May 2012 18:10:49 -0700)

Grits hike seniors' room rates
Ontario residents living in long-term care homes will see their room rates rise by $660 to $1,300 a year staring on July 1. (Wed, 30 May 2012 18:15:04 -0700)

HHS announces availability of funding to help older adults, people with disabilities access long-term services and ...
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced a new $25 million funding opportunity made possible by the Affordable Care Act to help states strengthen and expand their ability to help seniors and people with disabilities access home and community-based long-term services and supports. (Thu, 31 May 2012 10:52:00 -0700)

Long Term Care Planning Revolutionised by Care2Plan
The Wealth Care Partnership (TWCP) launched a state-of-the art interface for its online tool Care2Plan (http://www.care2plan.co.uk) following two years of research and development.(PRWEB) May 31, 2012 The Wealth Care Partnership (TWCP) industry-leading specialists in the very specific field of care fees planning, investments and tax planning for Long Term Care have revolutionised the approach ... (Thu, 31 May 2012 12:22:18 -0700)