Long Term Care News Jan 2013

Long-Term Care Provisions Would Be Repealed in Fiscal Cliff Bill
The bill to avert the fiscal cliff would repeal a suspended program in the 2010 health care law that has long been targeted by Republicans. (Tue, 01 Jan 2013 11:37:48 -0800)

Fiscal Cliff Deal Repeals CLASS Act, Creates Long-Term Care Commission
The Senate's New Year's Eve budget agreement to avoid the fiscal cliff includes two key measures that could be critical to people receiving long-term supports and services and their caregivers. The first repeals the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act. The second creates a new national commission to [...] (Tue, 01 Jan 2013 12:52:16 -0800)

Dementia care is focus of conference
Judie Ahmed , director of clinical services for TransCon Builders long-term care facilities, welcomed more than 100 nurses, certified nurse assistants, administrators, specialists in nutrition, recreation, exercise- every phase of dementia care. (Wed, 02 Jan 2013 02:12:13 -0800)

Investigation launched after senior trapped in elevator for 29 hours
The Region of Peel has launched an internal investigation into what it calls "an extremely serious failure" at the Malton Village Long-Term Care facility that saw an elderly woman trapped in an elevator for 29 hours. (Wed, 02 Jan 2013 09:47:27 -0800)

Advocat Announces Appointment of Leslie Campbell Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. -- Advocat Inc. , a premier provider of long term care services primarily in the Southeast and Southwest, today announced the appointment of Leslie Campbell as the Company's Executive ... (Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:02:00 -0800)

Are you in need of Long Term Care?
The younger you are when you buy the Long Term Care policy, the less it will cost you. (Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:22:30 -0800)

LeadingAge Commends Congress on Avoiding Fiscal Cliff
Organization Will Work With Congress to Support New Long-Term Care CommissionWASHINGTON, Jan. 2, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- LeadingAge, an association of more than 6,000 not-for-profit aging services providers nationwide, commends Congress on avoiding the fiscal cliff with the passing of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012. The bill repeals the Community Living Assistance Services and ... (Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:54:00 -0800)

Ex-minister Paul Burstow says restrict winter fuel benefit to fund Dilnot
Burstow claims means testing winter fuel payments would pay for most of the £1.7bn cost of Dilnot’s long-term care reforms. (Thu, 03 Jan 2013 01:14:47 -0800)

Ex-care minister: Restrict fuel benefits and cut CGT relief to fund Dilnot
Burstow claims means testing winter fuel payments would pay for most of the £1.7bn cost of Dilnot’s long-term care reforms. (Thu, 03 Jan 2013 01:48:00 -0800)

BSK forms long-term care practice with additions
SYRACUSE — The law firm Bond Schoeneck & King of Syracuse has added six attorneys with a strong statewide long-term care practice. The move was effective Jan. 1. The new lawyers joined Bond from Ruffo Tabora Mainello & McKay, P.C. (RTMM) of Albany. (Thu, 03 Jan 2013 07:55:47 -0800)

3 more seniors homes off-limits due to flu
Eastern Health has closed another three long-term care facilities to visitors because of an increase in cases of the flu and flu-like illnesses. (Thu, 03 Jan 2013 13:43:14 -0800)

Bargain Over Fiscal Cliff Brings Changes To Health Care
Health care has been a major focus in recent budget battles. New legislation provides a temporary fix in payments for doctors, but it will be paid for by a decade of cuts to hospitals. And a program for long-term-care insurance won't ever get off the ground. (Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:50:51 -0800)

Some health law funding becomes 'fiscal cliff' casualty
The agreement approved by Congress and signed by President Barack Obama would kill new funding for health insurance co-operatives. The fiscal deal also officially repealed the health law's CLASS Act, but establishes a new bipartisan commission to develop a plan for long-term care services for elderly and disabled people. (Fri, 04 Jan 2013 02:58:02 -0800)

'Means-testing winter fuel payments would be disastrous for millions of pensioners'
Proposals to fund long-term care by means-testing winter fuel payments will destroy incentives to save for old age, says leading campaigner. (Fri, 04 Jan 2013 07:37:57 -0800)

Diminishing Prospects For The Long-Term Unemployed
Friday's jobs report showed moderate growth, but much remains the same for people who have been out of work for months. As the job market itself changes, some of the longer-term unemployed can be among the last to get hired because of a real or perceived lack of skills. (Sat, 05 Jan 2013 02:46:07 -0800)

Long-Term Unemployed Seem To Be Staying That Way
Friday's jobs report showed moderate growth, but much remains the same for people who have been out of work for months. As the job market itself changes, some of the longer-term unemployed workers can be among the last to get hired because of real or perceived lack of skills. (Sat, 05 Jan 2013 02:49:57 -0800)

Long-Term Unemployed Seem To Be Staying That Way
Friday's jobs report showed moderate growth, but much remains the same for people who have been out of work for months. As the job market itself changes, some of the longer-term unemployed workers can be among the last to get hired because of real or perceived lack of skills. (Sat, 05 Jan 2013 02:55:23 -0800)

Long term support for injured serviceman Jason Chee: Ng Eng Hen
SINGAPORE: Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen on January 4 visited naval serviceman Jason Chee, who was involved in a horrific accident last month. (Sat, 05 Jan 2013 19:29:18 -0800)

Women less likely to plan for long-term care
Northwestern Mutual conducts studies periodically to take a pulse on the thoughts and concerns of its consumers. The company's most recent report, titled "Long-Term Care Awareness Study," aligned with November's national recognition as Long-Term Care Awareness Month. (Sat, 05 Jan 2013 22:07:18 -0800)

Long Term Care Ombudsman Â
Long Term Care Ombudsman  Mid-East Commission Area Agency on Aging with offices located in Washington, North Carolina serving a five county region, is seeking a qualified individual with education and experience in the areas of long term care, social work, gerontology, and human services to fill the position of Long Term Care Ombudsman. The LTC Ombudsman advocates for individuals residing ... (Sun, 06 Jan 2013 06:25:48 -0800)

Britain's coalition leaders seek to regain voters' trust
LONDON (Reuters) - The leaders of Britain's fractious coalition pledged on Monday to cap the cost of long-term care for the elderly and to improve state pensions in an effort to re-engage with electors midway into their five-year government. Conservative Prime Minister David Cameron and his Liberal Democrat deputy, Nick Clegg, have seen popular support fall away as voters suffer squeezed incomes ... (Sun, 06 Jan 2013 16:02:04 -0800)

Deadbeat Illinois: Payment lag pushes care facilities to the brink
ROCKFORD — Organizations that provide long-term care for the elderly in Illinois operate in a kind of business limbo, unsure of when they’ll receive from the state the Medicaid reimbursements they rely on to keep their doors open.   Inside: By the numbers (Sun, 06 Jan 2013 16:12:52 -0800)

Deadbeat Illinois: Long-term care facilities feel state budget pinch
ROCKFORD — Organizations that provide long-term care for the elderly in Illinois operate in a kind of business limbo, unsure of when they’ll receive from the state the Medicaid reimbursements they rely on to keep their doors open. This is the first article in our new weekly series, "Deadbeat Illinois." (Sun, 06 Jan 2013 20:53:45 -0800)

Cameron and Clegg seek to regain voters' trust
LONDON (Reuters) - The leaders of Britain's fractious coalition pledged on Monday to cap the cost of long-term care for the elderly and to improve state pensions in an effort to re-engage with electors midway into their five-year government. Conservative Prime Minister David Cameron and his Lib Dem deputy, Nick Clegg, have seen popular support fall away as voters suffer squeezed incomes and the ... (Sun, 06 Jan 2013 21:49:14 -0800)

New Trends Concern Eldercare Professionals, Reports HMP Communications, LLC
Latest Edition of the Trends Report Uncovers Issues that Weigh Heavy on the Minds of Long-Term Care Providers and Geriatric Healthcare ProfessionalsMalvern, PA (PRWEB) January 07, 2013 Only 17.6% of long-term caregivers and geriatric healthcare professionals said they would adjust their approach to diabetes treatment based on the latest guidelines.*This is just a very small glimpse at the ... (Mon, 07 Jan 2013 00:08:15 -0800)

Govt to set long-term care cap at £75,000
Andrew Dilnot has previously warned setting the cap beyond £50,000 could make the reforms “significantly less effective”. (Mon, 07 Jan 2013 01:02:40 -0800)

Prime Source Warns Long-Term Care Facilities to Expect Rising Food Prices in 2013
While long-term care and other healthcare facilities are no longer worrying about milk prices doubling due to the 'Dairy Cliff', drought and other factors are predicted to cause food prices to rise significantly in 2013.Monsey, NY (PRWEB) January 07, 2013 Long-term care facility owners, administrators and purchasing directors planning their dietary budgets for the coming months have been keeping ... (Mon, 07 Jan 2013 03:02:17 -0800)

Gender-based Long Term Care Insurance Pricing Set to Take Effect
The first long term care insurance policies that will cost more for women than men are set to become available in early 2013. (Mon, 07 Jan 2013 06:27:24 -0800)

Leading Long Term Care Insurance Distributors Announce Merger
OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Jan. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The National LTC Network is pleased to announce the merger of two of its member firms' Long Term Care insurance brokerage operations. Effective January ... (Mon, 07 Jan 2013 08:59:00 -0800)

Tenet Looks Healthy With Double-Digit Long-Term Expected Earnings Growth
Shares of Tenet Healthcare have surged about 73% since January 2012 and hit a 52-week high on January 3, 2013. This health care services provider should have further opportunities for price momentum given its long-term expected earnings growth rate, along with its strategic plans for acquisitions, share repurchases, debt repayment and a reverse stock split. (Mon, 07 Jan 2013 14:23:39 -0800)

US Insurance Association Highlights Medical Tax Deduction
The American Association for Long Term Care Insurance has released guidance on the new higher tax deductible limits in place for 2013 in respect of individuals' health care spending, which may include insurance premiums. (Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:02:03 -0800)

Long-term care: 'The real cap will be £200,000, not £75,000'
Few people understand what the proposed "cap" on care costs actually covers and how it works, says industry executive. (Tue, 08 Jan 2013 02:59:08 -0800)

Long-term care: 'The real cap will be £200,000, not £75,000'
Few people understand what proposed "cap" on care costs actually covers and how it works, says industry executive. (Tue, 08 Jan 2013 03:51:03 -0800)

AdCare Health Systems Closes Acquisition of Three Skilled Nursing Facilities
ATLANTA, Jan. 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- AdCare Health Systems, Inc. (NYSE MKT: ADK), a leading long-term care provider, today announced it has completed the previously announced agreement to purchase three ... (Tue, 08 Jan 2013 06:26:00 -0800)

OLTCA Welcomes Renewed Focus on Delivery of Sustainable Care and Services for Ontario's Elder Citizens
The Ontario Long Term Care Association welcomes the release of the Seniors Strategy presented by Dr. Samir Sinha to the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care. (Tue, 08 Jan 2013 11:09:30 -0800)

Alliance Seeks to Ease Shift to Senior Living and Long-Term Care; LTC Financial Partners and Alternatives for Seniors ...
KIRKLAND, Wash., Jan. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Today LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP) announces an alliance with Alternatives for Seniors, the leading senior housing and services online directory."Together ... (Wed, 09 Jan 2013 05:00:00 -0800)

Long-term care residents get nice surprise as family pays it forward
The family was so touched by the care their mother received at a long-term care facility in London they bought new nightgowns for residents to say thank you. (Wed, 09 Jan 2013 11:47:44 -0800)

Lachine Hospital removes 10 beds reserved for seniors
Beds meant for older, long-term-care patients will remain vacant until funding hammered out: MUHC. (Wed, 09 Jan 2013 12:49:44 -0800)

What Could Congress' Long-Term Care Commission Accomplish?
On New Year's Day, as part of the law that kept the nation from toppling over the fiscal cliff for two months, Congress quietly repealed the Community Living Assistance Services & Support (CLASS) Act, and created a new commission to recommend broad long-term care reforms that could affect financing, delivery [...] (Wed, 09 Jan 2013 16:23:36 -0800)

Race to save the elderly from having to sell homes for care
IT HAS been the conundrum facing ministers for 18 months: how to reform the long-term care of the elderly while not breaking the bank. The issue could not be dodged, as Andrew Dilnot, the economist who had provided a blueprint for change in July 2011, made clear. (Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:23:12 -0800)

The realities of long-term care in America
Last week’s fiscal cliff deal hammered the last nail in the coffin of the CLASS Act, a part of president Obama’s health reform law that would have allowed Americans to begin prepaying for their long-term care. (Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:27:15 -0800)

Medicare looking for answers in Santa Cruz, where long-term care is lowest cost per capita in the nation
APTOS -- Medicare officials wonder why the per capita cost for long-term acute care services in Santa Cruz County is the lowest in the nation -- $17 vs. a national average of $80 -- so they sent a team to look for answers. (Thu, 10 Jan 2013 19:00:11 -0800)

New care center for veterans now open
New Mexico veterans now have a new place to go for long-term care. The state's first veterans foster home opened up in Belen this week. (Fri, 11 Jan 2013 04:24:07 -0800)

Rob Cohen Joins LTC Global, Inc. As Agency Sales Executive
LTC Global, Inc., a leading national distributor of senior market insurance products, today announced that Rob Cohen has joined LTC Global’s main insurance agency subsidiaries, ACSIA Long Term Care, Inc. (Fri, 11 Jan 2013 06:00:00 -0800)

Nursing homes, long-term care facilities more vulnerable to flu
Another place where influenza can have a huge effect is in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. (Fri, 11 Jan 2013 16:09:38 -0800)

Honors and Officers
Gemar elected to ND Long Term Care board Maren Gemar, executive director of Eventide at Sheyenne Crossings, West Fargo, has been elected to a two-year term on the North Dakota Long Term Care Association board of directors. Gemar has been with Eventide since 2011. (Fri, 11 Jan 2013 22:28:25 -0800)

Nursing homes dread paperwork from state audit
The Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare this month launched an unprecedented Medicaid audit at 75 nursing homes in Southeastern Pennsylvania as part of a campaign to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse. (Sun, 13 Jan 2013 00:33:23 -0800)

Use your pension to insure against long-term care costs, say ministers
Pensions minister Steve Webb promotes insurance 'assistance', in face of expected outcry over higher cap before state pays out Ministers, along with the finance industry, are considering urging people to use their pensions to buy insurance cover against long-term care costs. The proposal is within plans, to be published soon, on how the UK will deal with a growing crisis in the sector. The ... (Sun, 13 Jan 2013 10:08:56 -0800)

Dwayne Hansberger sings birthday wishes
Dwayne "Buzz" Hansberger turns 96 on February 20th. Everyday, he looks forward to his evenings when he gets to use this cell phone to tell other people happy birthday. (Sun, 13 Jan 2013 20:54:16 -0800)

Workshop helps those giving long-term care
CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Caring for a loved one who is seriously ill can seem overwhelming with juggling medications, making stressful decisions, and wondering where to turn for advice or services. "Care for the Caregiver," a free two-hour workshop, i... (Sun, 13 Jan 2013 21:35:29 -0800)

Care facility has a new name — and new look
SALEM - The Auburn Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation long and short-term care facility at 451 Valley Road has a new name and look after a recent expansion. (Sun, 13 Jan 2013 22:52:19 -0800)

Health Minister's newly announced initiatives to strengthen training and recruitment of Personal Support Workers a key ...
Health Minister's newly announced initiatives to strengthen training and recruitment of Personal Support Workers a key step to meeting long-term care needs of the elderly, says SEIU Healthcare (Mon, 14 Jan 2013 07:49:00 -0800)

Long-Term Care Commission Needs Actuary
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In a letter to President Obama and congressional leaders today, the American Academy of Actuaries urged the appointment of an actuary to serve on the new Commission on Long-Term Care, which was established as part of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 and signed into law by the president on Jan. 2. The commission was created to develop a ... (Mon, 14 Jan 2013 12:22:00 -0800)

Popular Continuous Passive Motion Device to Now Benefit Senior Living Centers and Long-term Care Facilities
Clark Wellness expands into the long term care, senior living centers and assisted living facilities market with continuous passive exercise equipment.Salina, Kansas (PRWEB) January 15, 2013 With the numerous changes to the United States healthcare system, long term care facilities are now looking for more efficient wellness care to offer their residents. In fact the U.S. Medicare site states by ... (Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:28:20 -0800)

Alliance Seeks to Ease Shift to Senior Living and Long-Term Care; Alternatives for Seniors and LTC Financial Partners ...
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Jan. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Alternatives for Seniors, a Michigan corporation and a leading senior housing and services print and online directory  - http://www.Alternativesforsenior ... (Tue, 15 Jan 2013 07:00:00 -0800)

Nursing homes, long-term care facilities more vulnerable to flu
Another place where influenza can have a huge effect is in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. (Tue, 15 Jan 2013 13:48:33 -0800)

Health plans chosen for Medicaid makeover
In another step toward transforming Medicaid into a statewide managed-care system, the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration said Tuesday it has chosen five health plans to provide coverage to seniors who need long-term care. (Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:46:36 -0800)

Flu past peak but still widespread
Outbreaks continue to occur in hospitals and long-term care centres, warn public health authorities (Tue, 15 Jan 2013 21:36:06 -0800)

Centene's Florida Subsidiary Selected To Serve Long Term Care Members In 10 Regions In Florida
ST. LOUIS, Jan. 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) has been notified by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) that Sunshine State Health Plan, Centene's Florida ... (Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:26:00 -0800)

Petersen to buy St. Clare Home
The board of directors of OSF Healthcare System has announced the sale of OSF St. Clare Home to Petersen Health Care. The 98-bed long-term care facility at 5533 N. Galena Road originally opened in 1971 as a collaborative effort between the three Peoria hospitals. OSF acquired the facility in 1998. (Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:20:05 -0800)

Saying no to long-term care
Buying long-term care insurance could do you more retirement planning harm than good, says actuary Anna Rappaport, chair of the Committee on Post-Retirement Needs and Risk for the Society of Actuaries and key author of a new study on retirement security. (Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:47:01 -0800)

Masks mandated at Fraser Health Authority facilities to stop flu
Edict requires visitors and staff at 125 Fraser Health Authority long-term care facilities to cover up (Wed, 16 Jan 2013 20:08:20 -0800)

New Ore. lawmakers hear long-term care concerns
State lawmakers showed up in Salem this week for their pre-session, to get organized and receive the governor's State of the State address. They are also hearing from a number of advocacy groups, including AARP, which gave a briefing on the long-term care system (Wed, 16 Jan 2013 23:17:05 -0800)

Senior Care Corner Announces Release of Family Caregiver Technology Planning Guide for Seniors’ Successful Aging in ...
Majorities of seniors and future seniors repeatedly respond to surveys by saying they want to live their retirement years in their own homes rather than in long term care facilities. Innovations in technology will put the option within reach for even more seniors. Senior Care Corner has developed a guide family members can use to effectively improve the lives of senior loved ones through ... (Thu, 17 Jan 2013 03:32:25 -0800)

Saying no to long-term care
Buying long-term care insurance could do you more retirement planning harm than good, says actuary Anna Rappaport, chair of the Committee on Post-Retirement Needs and Risk for the Society of Actuaries and key author of a new study on retirement security. (Thu, 17 Jan 2013 13:17:51 -0800)

Clinton nursing home changes hands
CLINTON — Ownership of The Alverno Healthcare Facility, Clinton’s oldest long-term care facility, will be transferred to a Michigan-based non-profit senior housing and nursing care organization. (Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:34:00 -0800)

UBS Investor Watch Indicates Increasing Investor Confidence Despite Concerns Around Washington, Affordable Long-Term ...
UBS Wealth Management Americas today released its second UBS Investor Watch report providing insights on core affluent and high net worth investor sentiment. The survey shows that, despite being increasingly concerned about the political environment in Washington and their personal ability to afford long-term care, investors are feeling better about their own financial situation. (Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:12:00 -0800)

Long-Term Gains Preferred as New U.S. Law Hits Top Earner
Financial advisers are devising playbooks for top U.S. earners to help them minimize the effects of various higher taxes taking effect in 2013. (Thu, 17 Jan 2013 21:20:28 -0800)

Nelson files bills addressing Medicaid costs and quantity
Texas State Senator Jane Nelson, R-Flower Mound, filed two pieces of legislation Wednesday designed to reduce fraud and abuse in the Medicaid system and to improve the overall quality of care in Texas Medicaid, particularly long-term care. (Thu, 17 Jan 2013 23:11:58 -0800)

Long Term Care Insurance Tax Deduction May be Overlooked
Twenty million Americans over age 65 will file tax returns and are reminded that long term care insurance premiums may be an overlooked tax deduction. (Fri, 18 Jan 2013 06:22:03 -0800)

Saying no to long-Term Care
Buying long-term care insurance could deplete your savings without providing enough potential for benefit. (Fri, 18 Jan 2013 06:29:48 -0800)

Flu outbreaks reported at 6 long-term care facilities on Staten Island
Those residing or receiving treatment in long-term-care venues are at high risk of contracting the flu (Fri, 18 Jan 2013 09:04:51 -0800)

Fairbury nursing homes, assisted living closed to visitors
FAIRBURY -- Gardenside long-term care, Heritage Care Center and Cedarwood assisted living are now closed to visitors to protect residents and tenants from influenza. A joint decision was made on Thursday, Jan. 17. (Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:45:00 -0800)

Care bills limit of £75,000 but few may ever reach the cap
Pensioners will pay up to £75,000 but no more for long-term care in reforms agreed by David Cameron and Nick Clegg. (Sat, 19 Jan 2013 00:25:55 -0800)

Elderly care cost cap 'deal reached' between David Cameron and Nick Clegg
Pensioners will pay up to £75,000 but no more for their long-term care in old age under reforms agreed by David Cameron and Nick Clegg. (Sat, 19 Jan 2013 00:30:02 -0800)

Top ten tips: Paying for long-term care
Since 1 July 2002 all personal care at home for people residing in Scotland has been provided free-of-charge. (Sat, 19 Jan 2013 08:23:41 -0800)

Jill on Money: Housing, long-term care
On the radio show, tips for home buyers and sellers; and a discussion of long-term care insurance (Sat, 19 Jan 2013 13:17:16 -0800)

Coalition's £75,000 on care costs 'mean and cynical', say campaigners
Campaigners have attacked plans by the Government to introduce a cap on long-term care costs of £75,000 as "too high, mean and cynical". (Sat, 19 Jan 2013 13:41:22 -0800)

VIDEO: Long-term ventilation support
New research suggests many children on long-term ventilation support end up staying on intensive care wards in hospital for years after they are well enough to leave. (Sun, 20 Jan 2013 00:00:32 -0800)

InsuranceFixIt Issues Warnings About Cheap Long Term Care Insurance
InsuranceFixIt has released a series of warnings about cheap long term care insurance and how it can impact the lives of future senior citizens.Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) January 21, 2013 Cheap Long Term Care Insurance can be enticing to the budget conscious Insurance consumer. However, InsuranceFixIt, has recently issued warnings about cheap long term care insurance that consumers should be aware of ... (Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:16:15 -0800)

InsuranceFixIt Issues Warnings About Cheap Long Term Care Insurance
InsuranceFixIt has released a series of warnings about cheap long term care insurance and how it can impact the lives of future senior citizens. (PRWeb January 21, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/LT (Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:36:19 -0800)

VIDEO: Will telehealth improve NHS care?
A major challenge facing the NHS is how to care for people with long-term illnesses, so could telehealth be the answer? (Mon, 21 Jan 2013 02:30:47 -0800)

Care bills limit of £75,000 but few may ever reach the cap
Pensioners will pay up to £75,000 but no more for long-term care in reforms agreed by David Cameron and Nick Clegg. (Mon, 21 Jan 2013 02:59:40 -0800)

Dean Cannon’s new client just scored in Medicaid privatization push
TALLAHASSEE — Last week, St. Louis-based Centene Corp. announced its Florida subsidiary, Sunshine State Health Plan, was one of three companies awarded lucrative contracts to take over long-term Medicaid managed care throughout the state. Florida’s new Medicaid Managed Care Long Term Care program replaces the current Nursing Home Diversion Program (NHDP) and will cover the entire [...] (Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:00:09 -0800)

N.C. Senior Citizens Association offers long-term care workshop Jan. 29
The North Carolina Senior Citizens Association will sponsor an educational workshop on long-term care on Jan. 29 at 10 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Bordeaux. (Tue, 22 Jan 2013 07:45:15 -0800)

Connecticut Nursing Services Urges Early Long Term Care Options Based on New Federal Developments
Connecticut Nursing Services encourages early planning for Long Term Care needs based on the CLASS Act repeal (PRWeb January 22, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/20 (Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:12:41 -0800)

Long-term care crisis worsens in Windsor-Essex
More than 100 patients at Windsor Regional Hospital waiting for long-term care beds elsewhere equate to a 30-year hospital stay. (Wed, 23 Jan 2013 03:18:22 -0800)

Avoid Coming Long-Term Care Insurance Rate Increases for Women
Women will soon pay between 20 and 40 percent more than men for long term care insurance as leading insurers move to sex-distinct pricing. (Wed, 23 Jan 2013 07:18:00 -0800)

Labour warns David Cameron against 'foolish' cap on long-term care costs
Prime minister reported to be considering a higher figure than one proposed by the Dilnot review in a bid to save money David Cameron is in danger of acting in an "extremely foolish" manner if the government introduces a cap of £75,000 on the costs of long term care for the elderly, Labour has warned. In a sign of continuing divisions between the two main parties, the shadow social care minister ... (Wed, 23 Jan 2013 16:28:42 -0800)

Plan ahead for long-term care
What is long-term care insurance and why do you need it? (Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:36:19 -0800)

6 ways to save on long-term care insurance
As we live longer and longer, it becomes more and more likely we'll become sick or disabled enough to require long-term care, either at home or at a facility such as an assisted living center or nursing ... (Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:00:55 -0800)

Locally, long-term care a challenge
While locally, there seems to be no shortage in providing short-term mental health services, there is a challenge in meeting the needs of those requiring longer-term care, said Paul Wilson, CEO of Park Center. (Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:04:07 -0800)

Six Ways to Save on Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-term care insurance keeps getting more expensive. Try these strategies to cut the cost. (Thu, 24 Jan 2013 14:35:28 -0800)

Long-term care workshop scheduled
The North Carolina Senior Citizens Association will sponsor an educational workshop on long-term care Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Bordeaux & Conference Center. (Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:45:15 -0800)

Connecticut Nursing Services Urges Early Long Term Care Options Based on New Federal Developments
Connecticut Nursing Services encourages early planning for Long Term Care needs based on the CLASS Act repealDanbury, CT (PRWEB) January 22, 2013 In a recent article in the Chicago Tribune, the subject of long term care was highlighted as being a possible new discussion topic for Congress. According to the article, now that the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act (CLASS Act ... (Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:38:34 -0800)

Experts say to plan now for long-term care
It’s never too early to plan ahead. (Fri, 25 Jan 2013 02:32:16 -0800)

The earlier the better in buying long-term care insurance
Aging is a natural part of life and while we all want a life that is long and healthy, many people experience disabilities that keep them from being able to live without the assistance of others. (Fri, 25 Jan 2013 17:10:22 -0800)

Some state advocates for elderly, disabled people say outdated rules limit their work
In 2011, state long-term care ombudsmen -- assisted by hundreds of local ombudsmen programs and thousands of volunteers – responded to 204,000 complaints nationwide. State ombudsmen also are expected to testify before the legislature, talk to the media and take a public stance on long-term care issues, without interference by government officials. (Sun, 27 Jan 2013 20:35:10 -0800)

Long-term care contracts will put billions in managed care's pockets
The state has selected five companies to be the gatekeepers for its new $3 billion Medicaid long-term managed care program. And two of the biggest winners are from South Florida. (Mon, 28 Jan 2013 06:48:57 -0800)

Most Americans Aren't Familiar with Long-Term Care Insurance and Overstate its Cost, According to InsuranceQuotes.com
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 28, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The majority of Americans are not familiar with long-term care insurance and believe it costs more than it does, significantly more in many cases, according ... (Mon, 28 Jan 2013 08:00:00 -0800)

Seniors, Veterans Invited to Long-Term Care Workshop
The North Carolina Senior Citizens Association will sponsor an educational workshop on long-term care Tuesday, Jan. 29, at the Holiday Inn Bordeaux in Fayetteville. (Mon, 28 Jan 2013 08:14:19 -0800)

Invermay patients relocated
The Invermay Health Centre is temporarily relocating long-term care residents and suspending visiting health services because of structural damage and mould issues. (Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:44:40 -0800)

Older NC residents need action from legislature, advocates say
Advocates for older North Carolinians have a full list of requests for the General Assembly session that begins Wednesday - from strengthening criminal background checks for long-term care workers to reducing unneeded use of psychotropic medicine for people with Alzheimer's. (Mon, 28 Jan 2013 17:11:11 -0800)

Shelters for abused elderly take hold, long-term care ombudsmen questioned
The Associated Press examines the rising use of shelters for the elderly who have been abused, and Kaiser Health News reports that long-term care ombudsmen face questions about their independence. (Tue, 29 Jan 2013 01:27:51 -0800)

Ohio's Long-Term Care Consumer Guide helps you choose nursing home, assisted-living center
Ohio's Long-Term Care Consumer Guide has been updated with information from the 2012 survey of family members of nursing-home residents. (Tue, 29 Jan 2013 03:17:46 -0800)

Fitch Affirms Health Care Service Corp's Debt at 'A'; Stable Outlook
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Health Care Service Corporation's Insurer Financial Strength Rating at 'A+', its long-term Issuer Default Rating rating at 'A', and the 'A' rating on the company's $500 million issue of 4.70% senior unsecured notes due Jan. (Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:09:00 -0800)

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The face of long-term care for seniors and the disabled in the state would change dramatically under a new proposal by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy . Malloy unveiled the Strategic Plan to Rebalance Long-Term Services and Supports on Tuesday. (Tue, 29 Jan 2013 19:54:08 -0800)

Connecticut seeks to rebalance long-term care system
Many aging Connecticut residents would rather receive services in their home, which in the long run would be less expensive for the state. However, the current system favors the often more expensive nursing home care. (Tue, 29 Jan 2013 22:54:15 -0800)

Working Together to Provide Safe Care to Residents in Long-Term Care
Long-Term Care Task Force Delivers First Progress ReportTORONTO , Jan. 30, 2013 /CNW/ - The Long-Term Care Task Force on Resident Care and Safety has issued its first semi-annual progress report. The Task ... (Wed, 30 Jan 2013 09:38:00 -0800)

As America ages, senior care options flourish
WASHINGTON—Millions of families are beginning to grapple with the one major health expense for which most Americans are not insured: long-term care. (Wed, 30 Jan 2013 10:28:22 -0800)

Q1Medicare.com Drug Search Tools Updated with Latest 2013 Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Data
Q1Medicare.com has updated their 2013 Medicare prescription drug tools with the latest available prescription drug information. The 2013 Drug Finder, Formulary Browser, and Long-Term Care Drug tools now include formulary changes to the 2013 stand-alone Medicare Part D prescription drug plans and 2013 Medicare Advantage plans with prescription drug coverage.Saint Augustine, FL (PRWEB) January 31 ... (Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:48:39 -0800)

Care in Final Years: Many of 78 Million Boomers Will Need Some Form of Help
Millions of families are beginning to grapple with the one major health expense for which most Americans are not insured: long-term care. About 10 million seniors currently rely on others for daily care, such as help getting dressed, preparing meals or taking medication. (Thu, 31 Jan 2013 01:06:39 -0800)

Consumer Research Confirms Lower Price Option Increases Interest in Long-Term Care Insurance
BOSTON, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- New John Hancock research indicates that lower price options increase purchase interest in long-term care (LTC) insurance among 45-65 year olds, especially at younger ... (Thu, 31 Jan 2013 07:05:00 -0800)

Windsor Selects COMS Interactive Disease Management Program
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --  Windsor , a leading California long-term care organization, has chosen the COMS Interactive (Clinical Outcomes Management System) Daylight IQ™ product suite ... (Thu, 31 Jan 2013 11:00:00 -0800)

Pilgrim Place to hold Feb. 8 workshop for long-term care administrators; receives $600,000 grant
Pilgrim Place will hold a long-term care administrators one-day workshop from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Feb. (Thu, 31 Jan 2013 11:26:45 -0800)

Success of State Medicaid Shift for Elderly, Disabled is in the Eye of the Beholder
As New York State shifts tens of thousands of elderly on Medicaid and Medicare into special HMO’s for long-term care, health officials are giving high marks to themselves and to the private companies they’ve hired to drive down costs and improve care. But advocates are concerned Albany isn’t monitoring the companies closely and isn’t sharing the right information with people who need it to ... (Thu, 31 Jan 2013 18:58:56 -0800)