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Long Term Care News May 2014

Mississippi Department of Human Services Selects Harmony Information Systems
Industry’s most widely used web-based long-term care platform will manage older Americans Act Requirements Statewide. (PRWeb May 01, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/20 (Thu, 01 May 2014 01:24:58 -0700)

EmLogis Offers Expert Live Webinar on Reducing Turnover in Long Term Care with Dr. Eleanor Feldman Barbera PhD
EmLogis and Guest Speaker Dr. Eleanor Feldman Barbera, “Dr. El,” to offer a live webinar on Thursday, May 8, 2014 at 1 PM Central with practical advice on retaining quality employees for long term care facilities. (PRWeb May 01, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/20 (Thu, 01 May 2014 07:58:16 -0700)

Protests focus on long-term care
A local group of union members are lobbying the government for more funding for long-term care homes. (Thu, 01 May 2014 13:34:30 -0700)

Study: Drug intake higher for seniors in long-term care
Seniors in long-term care take double the number of medications than those still at home, with antidepressants, antipsychotics and heartburn drugs topping the list. (Thu, 01 May 2014 15:49:04 -0700)

Budget announcement means safer, more comfortable lives for Ontario's long term care residents
New investment to redevelop long term care homes will improve quality of life and quality of care TORONTO, May 1, 2014 /CNW/ - The Ontario Long Term Care Association (OLTCA) applauds today's announcement that the government intends to enhance the long term care home renewal strategy to meet the increasingly complex needs of long term care residents. Currently, approximately 44% of Ontario's long ... (Thu, 01 May 2014 16:33:00 -0700)

Study shows seniors’ heavy reliance on drugs
Use of antipsychotics, antidepressants far higher in long-term care (Fri, 02 May 2014 01:12:25 -0700)

Patients 'should pay care home fees'
A review of the long-term care of chronically ill people in Scotland recommends they should not have their care home costs paid by the NHS. (Fri, 02 May 2014 08:50:34 -0700)

Seniors in long-term care take twice as many drugs as other elderly Canadians
Seniors in long-term care centres take twice the number of medications than those who still live in their own homes, according to a new study. (Fri, 02 May 2014 09:21:23 -0700)

Long-term expat Canadians win back voting rights after judge nixes law
While mass murderers have the right to vote, long-term expats "who care deeply about Canada" do not have the right, Ontario Superior Court Justice Michael Penny said in his decision. Penny found part of the Canada Elections Act, which bars expatriates who have lived abroad for more than five years from voting, is unconstitutional. "The (government) essentially argues that allowing non-residents ... (Sun, 04 May 2014 14:02:46 -0700)

Long-term expat Canadians win voting rights
TORONTO - More than one million Canadians living abroad are now eligible to cast ballots in the next federal election after a court struck down a law stripping them of their voting rights. (Sun, 04 May 2014 14:19:31 -0700)

Long-term expat Canadians win back voting rights after judge nixes law
The government, the judge found, had decided some citizens are "not worthy" to vote despite their constitutional right. (Sun, 04 May 2014 16:56:34 -0700)

Long-term care initiative is launched
PEOPLE going into long term care in North Yorkshire will benefit from a new initiative to help them make the right financial decisions about their future. (Mon, 05 May 2014 02:39:06 -0700)

SCC tinkering with changes to long-term care insurance
In response to precipitous rate increases, the State Corporation Commission is calling for changes that tinker with — but do not overhaul — the rules that govern long-term care insurance in Virginia. (Mon, 05 May 2014 20:58:33 -0700)

HelpCare Plus Saves Seniors and Their Families Thousands of Dollars on Medical Services
DALLAS, May 6, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Seniors and members of their households can receive substantial discounts for many types of health care products and services, including Long Term Care, hearing aids and MRIs, thanks to a new, comprehensive membership discount program called HelpCare Plus. "For everyone who is uncertain about the changes in health care and the increasing costs of Long Term ... (Tue, 06 May 2014 06:00:00 -0700)

READER SUBMITTED: Evergreen Health Care Center Receives Five Star Rating
Evergreen Health Care Center, which offers long-term and short-term rehabilitation as well as care for those with Alzheimer's and related forms of dementia, received a 5-star rating from the Centers of Medicare/Medicaid. (Tue, 06 May 2014 09:29:04 -0700)

Sunshine Health Long-Term Care Plan Receives National Recognition
SUNRISE, Fla., May 6, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Sunshine Health, a subsidiary of Centene Corporation, has earned a prestigious national award at the Dorland Health's Fifth Annual Case in Point Platinum Awards in Washington, D.C. Sunshine Health won first place for its successful Long-Term Care (LTC) plan and received an honorable mention for its Transitions of Care program. "It is an honor to be a ... (Tue, 06 May 2014 10:58:00 -0700)

373 alerts of alleged abuse in elder care
There were 373 alerts over alleged or confirmed abuse of residents in long term care homes for the elderly to the inspections watchdog, last year, a report reveals. (Tue, 06 May 2014 18:26:19 -0700)

READER SUBMITTED: Evergreen Health Care Center Receives Five Star Rating
Evergreen Health Care Center, which offers long-term and short-term rehabilitation as well as care for those with Alzheimer's and related forms of dementia, received a 5-star rating from the Centers of Medicare/Medicaid. (Wed, 07 May 2014 09:21:17 -0700)

Therapy Management Corporation Recreates Their Clinical Pathways Program
HOMOSASSA, Fla., May 7, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Therapy Management Corporation (TMC), a leading provider of contract therapy management services within the long term care setting, set a goal as a company to create a living and breathing model of its core values.  These core values include Service Excellence to All, Integrity, Innovation, and Giving of Time, Talents and Treasures.   TMC has moved ... (Wed, 07 May 2014 12:15:00 -0700)

Elderly man continues fight to keep his wife at home
PETERBOROUGH -- Marcel Prevost, an elderly man who discharged his 91-year-old wife from Fairhaven Long-Term Care Facility on April 13, appeared Wednesday (May 7) at the preliminary stages of a hearing that will determine the future of his wife's residence and care. (Wed, 07 May 2014 13:23:01 -0700)

Young woman died in attempt to escape from seniors’ home: report
On June 21, 2011, Diane Linder finished breakfast at her Calgary long-term care home. Alone on her balcony, she pulled a plastic patio table to the railing and climbed on it. (Wed, 07 May 2014 14:41:32 -0700)

AdCare Health Systems Reports First Quarter 2014 Results
ATLANTA, May 7, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- AdCare Health Systems, Inc. (NYSE MKT: ADK), (NYSE MKT: ADK.PRA) a leading long-term care provider, reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2014. Financial ... (Wed, 07 May 2014 15:27:00 -0700)

Report details long-term prescription drug use among Oklahoma's injured workers
The Workers Compensation Research Institute published a report Thursday that examines the prevalence of longer term use of opioids in 25 states and how often medical providers use recommended medical treatment guidelines when monitoring and managing long-term opioid therapy. (Wed, 07 May 2014 22:00:00 -0700)

California Analyst Warns of $340 Billion in Liabilities
California owes $340 billion in long- term debt including pension and health care costs for retirees, the state legislative analyst’s office said. (Thu, 08 May 2014 06:06:37 -0700)

Minister makes patient charge pledge
No patients will suffer financial loss as a result of implementing the recommendations contained in a review of long-term care, according to Health Secretary Alex Neil. (Thu, 08 May 2014 10:16:13 -0700)

Diversicare Announces 2014 First Quarter Results
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. -- Diversicare Healthcare Services, Inc. , a premier provider of long-term care services primarily in the Southeast and Southwest, today announced its results for the first quarter ended ... (Thu, 08 May 2014 13:14:47 -0700)

NHC Reports First Quarter Earnings
National HealthCare Corporation , the nation’s oldest publicly traded long-term health care company, today announced net income available to common shareholders for the quarter ended March 31, 2014 of $11,061,000 compared to $11,637,000 for the quarter ended March 31, 2013, a decrease of 4.9%. (Thu, 08 May 2014 14:02:00 -0700)

NHC Announces a 6.25% Increase in Common Dividend and Announces Preferred Dividend
National HealthCare Corporation , the nation’s oldest publicly traded long-term health care company, announced today that it will pay a quarterly dividend of 34 cents per common share to shareholders of record on June 30, 2014 and payable on September 2, 2014. (Thu, 08 May 2014 14:03:00 -0700)

Chronically ill patients won’t have to pay - Neil
No PATIENTS will suffer financial loss following a review of long-term care, health secretary Alex Neil has claimed. (Thu, 08 May 2014 17:09:33 -0700)

How curbing health care spending will affect the deficit
Rapidly growing health care costs have been a major driver of federal budget deficits. Could a decline help solve the nation's long-term fiscal problem?  (Fri, 09 May 2014 11:02:46 -0700)

Understanding Long-Term Health Care
Most people do not understand filial support laws, which are spreading to more states – 28 and counting, says insurance industry expert Chris Orestis. (Fri, 09 May 2014 12:45:18 -0700)

Lansdale council, consultants start talking $10 million bond borrowing
After borrowing roughly $10 million twice in the past four years for long-term infrastructure repairs, Lansdale Borough’s council and staff are looking into a third bond borrowing, to help close the gap between a $42 million projects to-do list and the $22.5 million already in the bank. (Fri, 09 May 2014 19:24:20 -0700)

Lansdale council, consultants start talking $10 million bond borrowing
After borrowing roughly $10 million twice in the past four years for long-term infrastructure repairs, Lansdale Borough’s council and staff are looking into a third bond borrowing, to help close the gap between a $42 million projects to-do list and the $22.5 million already in the bank. (Sat, 10 May 2014 22:30:12 -0700)

Lansdale council, consultants start talking $10 million bond borrowing
After borrowing roughly $10 million twice in the past four years for long-term infrastructure repairs, Lansdale Borough’s council and staff are looking into a third bond borrowing, to help close the gap between a $42 million projects to-do list and the $22.5 million already in the bank. (Sat, 10 May 2014 22:56:46 -0700)

Lobsterfest a big hit
Rotary member Clint Thierman shows off a giant lobster prior to the 2014 Rotary Lobsterfest on Saturday evening at the Ches Leach Lounge. The sold-out event, which was the service club’s ninth annual, helps fund projects like the Rotary Trail and their commitment to the Pineview Long Term Care ... (Sun, 11 May 2014 00:17:08 -0700)

Partnership-eligible long-term care policy lets you keep assets if benefits are exhausted
Q: I’m interested in a long-term-care policy that would let me protect more of my assets if I eventually need to rely on Medicaid to pay for care. I’ve heard that partnership-eligible policies let you do exactly that. How do these policies work, and what happens to my policy if I move to another state? (Sun, 11 May 2014 00:23:50 -0700)

Costs rising for vital long-term care insurance policies
The costs of long-term care for the elderly are a wild card that can make or break retirement. "If people run out of money, it's often because of long-term care costs," Jack VanDerhei said at a pension conference this month in Philadelphia. (Sun, 11 May 2014 00:46:29 -0700)

JEFF PRESTRIDGE: Work hard and save - then get hit by care bills
I am always suspicious of policy announcements that will not be enforced until after the next General Election. It’s why I remain sceptical we will ever a cap on the bill for long-term care. (Sun, 11 May 2014 03:04:47 -0700)

Costs rising for vital long-term care insurance policies
The costs of long-term care for the elderly are a wild card that can make or break retirement. "If people run out of money, it's often because of long-term care costs," Jack VanDerhei said at a pension conference this month in Philadelphia. (Sun, 11 May 2014 04:51:56 -0700)

Cap on care costs 'won't kick in until you've paid £140,000', says report which claims just one in 10 will get state ...
The Coalition has pledged that nobody will have to pay more than £72,000 for care - but a report by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries has identified hidden charges which will hike the costs. (Sun, 11 May 2014 19:09:37 -0700)

SENIOR SIGNALS: Plan ahead so you can take charge in a crisis
Dear Attorney Tully: I am already a client of yours. I recently met with you regarding my long-term care health planning. There were two things that you said that I want everyone to know about, so that’s why I am writing. First, you said that if my husband becomes incapacitated, that just because we are married, I cannot sign things on his behalf. The second comment you made was that if I need ... (Sun, 11 May 2014 23:47:54 -0700)

What's new with long-term care insurance?
Due to a number of factors, including decades of generous underwriting and the current, lingering low interest rate environment, the long-term care, or LTC, insurance industry finds itself in the midst of a historic contraction, with both demand and the playing field shrinking. \"The premiums have really skyrocketed,\" says Jeremy Kisner, president of Surevest Wealth Management in Phoenix. Think ... (Mon, 12 May 2014 03:00:00 -0700)

Using Popcorn and a 'Top-10' List to Recruit Long-Term Care Insurance Pros
KANSAS CITY, Mo., May 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- At the upcoming Long Term Care Solutions Sales Summit, to be held in Kansas City, Missouri, May 18-20, 2014, \"you can find us with your eyes closed,\" says Steven Kramer, Senior Vice-President for LTC Financial Partners, LLC (LTCFP), one of American's most experienced national agencies offering long-term care insurance and related solutions ... (Mon, 12 May 2014 04:00:00 -0700)

What's new with long-term care insurance?
Think you know the ins and outs of long-term care insurance? Think again. (Mon, 12 May 2014 04:42:22 -0700)

Costs rising for vital long-term care insurance policies
The costs of long-term care for the elderly are a wild card that can make or break retirement. "If people run out of money, it's often because of long-term care costs," Jack VanDerhei said at a pension conference this month in Philadelphia. (Mon, 12 May 2014 06:36:59 -0700)

Long-term-care facilities applauded for flu protection
NORTH SIMCOE – Georgian Manor and Hillcrest Village received gold awards in the annual Simcoe Muskoka Influenza Immunization Challenge. The initiative was a collaboration between the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit and the North Simcoe Muskoka Infection Control Network. (Mon, 12 May 2014 08:15:36 -0700)

MatrixCare Joins Carequality to Further Health Data Exchange
MatrixCare, the industry leading EHR for long-term care and senior living providers, has joined Carequality as a founding member. Carequality is an industry collaborative dedicated to accelerating progress ... (Mon, 12 May 2014 08:54:31 -0700)

VCA Inc. and Abaxis, Inc. Announce Long-Term Product Supply Agreement and a Co-Marketing Agreement for Laboratory ...
VCA Inc. , a leading animal healthcare company in the United States and Canada, and Abaxis, Inc. , a medical products company manufacturing point-of-car (Mon, 12 May 2014 15:34:00 -0700)

CARE Surrogacy Center Reveals Long-Term Impact of Surrogacy in Mexico
With 2013 in the wind, the next chapter of surrogacy opportunities has arrived. CARE Surrogacy Center’s influence on the surrogacy world embodies a revitalized spirit, and in particular appears to be a direct offspring of affordable family building options for growing generations to come. (PRWeb May 13, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/su ... (Tue, 13 May 2014 01:36:46 -0700)

Province Failing to Meet Demand for Long-Term Care: NDP
The new long-term care home in St. John's is not yet open, but NDP Leader Lorraine Michael says there's already a long waitlist of people wanting to call the facility home. The building in Pleasantville will replace the current Hoyles-Escasoni, adding 67 long-term care beds. (Tue, 13 May 2014 02:00:01 -0700)

Research and Markets: United States Long Term Care Market 2014: Nursing Homes, Home Care, Hospice Care, and Assisted ...
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Long Term Care Market: Nursing Homes, Home Care, Hospi (Tue, 13 May 2014 03:56:00 -0700)

AOD Software Hosts Users’ Educational Conference With Record Number of Senior Living Operators Attending
AOD Software, delivering the industry’s leading integrated software solution to long-term care providers, will hold its annual users’ educational conference May 19 – 23, 2014, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. (Tue, 13 May 2014 11:24:00 -0700)

OnShift CEO to Present at Assisted Living Federation of America Conference
OnShift, the leader in web-based staff scheduling and labor management software for long-term care and senior living, today announced that OnShift CEO Mark Woodka will discuss staffing strategies for senior ... (Wed, 14 May 2014 06:30:00 -0700)

Generator Ventures Announces the Launch of Early-Stage Fund Focused on Aging and Long-Term Care
SAN FRANCISCO, May 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Generator Ventures, which runs the Aging2.0 global innovation network, today announces the launch of an early-stage fund in partnership with Formation Capital, a $4 billion private equity fund focused on senior housing and services. In addition to its fund, Generator Ventures founders Katy Fike Ph.D. and Stephen Johnston also announce that long-term ... (Wed, 14 May 2014 07:03:00 -0700)

Alberta raises senior long-term care fee cap, covers low-income seniors costs
Alberta is raising the maximum amount of money seniors can pay to live in long-term care homes by three per cent a year or the inflation rate for the next three years, whichever is higher. (Wed, 14 May 2014 16:08:05 -0700)

Lansdale council, consultants start talking $10 million bond borrowing
After borrowing roughly $10 million twice in the past four years for long-term infrastructure repairs, Lansdale Borough’s council and staff are looking into a third bond borrowing, to help close the gap between a $42 million projects to-do list and the $22.5 million already in the bank. (Wed, 14 May 2014 22:52:26 -0700)

How to Evaluate Long-Term Care Facilities
Finding the right long-term care facility can be an arduous process, but here’s what experts say should be at the top of the evaluation list.   (Thu, 15 May 2014 09:11:28 -0700)

Lansdale council, consultants start talking $10 million bond borrowing
After borrowing roughly $10 million twice in the past four years for long-term infrastructure repairs, Lansdale Borough’s council and staff are looking into a third bond borrowing, to help close the gap between a $42 million projects to-do list and the $22.5 million already in the bank. (Thu, 15 May 2014 23:06:48 -0700)

ACSIA Long Term Care Insurance Specialist, Andria Bovey Selected As Winner of 3in4 Bright Idea Award
Andria Bovey selected as a winner of 3in4 Bright Idea Award. (PRWeb May 16, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/20 (Fri, 16 May 2014 00:35:52 -0700)

Long-term care resident seriously injured
A resident of a Lower Sackville long-term-care facility suffered a broken neck in an incident there Sunday and remains in critical condition, according to two independent sources. (Fri, 16 May 2014 01:19:43 -0700)

Doors open on new Kipling Acres long-term care home
The ribbon was cut on the first phase of the new, improved and fully accessible Kipling Acres this week. (Fri, 16 May 2014 13:13:32 -0700)

Ontario Health Coalition-Giant Rocking Chair Tour: "Rock-in" for Improved Long-Term Care
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - May 16, 2014) - The Ontario Health Coalition is working with hundreds of groups to tour the province with a giant 10-foot tall rocking chair. The goal is to raise awareness about levels of care and access to care in Ontario's long-term care homes. Almost 80,000 Ontarians, many of them elderly, live in long-term care homes (often known as nursing homes). (Fri, 16 May 2014 14:08:24 -0700)

Media Advisory - Ontario Long Term Care Association Makes Election Announcement in Windsor on Tuesday, May 20
WINDSOR, ON , May 16, 2014 /CNW/ - OLTCA will be making comments relating to the state of seniors' care in the province. Candace Chartier , CEO of OLTCA, will be making a statement to media and talking ... (Fri, 16 May 2014 14:10:00 -0700)

Long Island College Hospital Set To Shut Down On May 22
The hospital said on Friday that all patients will be discharged and transferred to other hospitals and long term care facilities next Thursday. (Fri, 16 May 2014 20:51:53 -0700)

Long Term Care Insurance Conference Kicks Off in Kansas City
The American Association for Long Term Care Insurance kicks off a record-setting conference for the long term care insurance industry this Sunday in Kansas City, MO. (Sat, 17 May 2014 06:37:02 -0700)

Long-term joblessness grows in South
The number of people facing more than six months without a job in the South has more than doubled since 2009. read more (Sat, 17 May 2014 10:38:12 -0700)

Your Legal Corner: Long-term care options
Victoria M. Dalton  Today Your Legal Corner will provide tips on long-term care options. Recently, I have started reading the biography of Steve Jobs, which was written by Walter Isaacson.  Steve Jobs was best known for his creation of innovative... (Sun, 18 May 2014 03:30:02 -0700)

Poll: More stressful to care for spouse than mom
WASHINGTON (AP) — You promise "in sickness and in health," but a new poll shows becoming a caregiver to a frail spouse causes more stress than having to care for mom, dad or even the in-laws. (Mon, 19 May 2014 01:05:47 -0700)

How the AP-NORC Center Poll Was Conducted
How the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs poll on long-term care was conducted (Mon, 19 May 2014 01:11:35 -0700)

More stressful to care for spouse than parent, poll shows
Neither the graying population nor the loved ones who expect to help them are doing much planning for long-term care, poll shows (Mon, 19 May 2014 08:59:14 -0700)

AGING AMERICA: Most stressful caregiving is for spouse, not Mom; few plan for long-term care
WASHINGTON - More Americans may wind up helping Mom as she gets older, but a new poll shows the most stressful kind of caregiving is for a frail spouse. In fact, people 40 and over are more likely to discuss their funeral plans than their preferences for assistance with day-to-day living as they get older, according to the poll by the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. Half of people 40 ... (Mon, 19 May 2014 11:12:14 -0700)

Poll: More stress in caring for spouse than parent
Government figures show nearly 7 in 10 Americans will need long-term care at some point after they reach age 65. (Mon, 19 May 2014 11:35:13 -0700)

UPDATE: RBC Upgrades Brookdale Senior Living To Top Pick
RBC upgraded Brookdale Senior Living (NYSE: BKD ) to Top Pick from Outperform given the attractive fundamentals of the private-pay long-term care and BKD's industry-leading position, along with highly ... (Mon, 19 May 2014 11:57:00 -0700)

Poll shines light on long-term care
More Americans may wind up helping Mom as she gets older, but a new poll shows the most stressful kind of caregiving is for a frail spouse. (Mon, 19 May 2014 23:46:13 -0700)

Poll: Most not ready for ill spouse
An Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll found nearly 6 in 10 Americans 40 and older support some type of government-administered long-term care insurance program, a 7-point increase from last year’s AP survey. (Tue, 20 May 2014 00:39:04 -0700)

Poll: Most not ready to care for ailing spouse
An Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll found nearly 6 in 10 Americans 40 and older support some type of government-administered long-term care insurance program, a 7-point increase from last year’s AP survey. (Tue, 20 May 2014 01:18:07 -0700)

Most unprepared for long-term care needs - Tue, 20 May 2014 PST
WASHINGTON – More Americans may wind up helping Mom as she gets older, but a new poll shows the most stressful kind of caregiving is for a frail spouse. The ... (Tue, 20 May 2014 03:49:42 -0700)

OLTCA Launches Campaign to Raise Awareness of the Issues Facing Seniors in Long Term Care Homes
TORONTO, May 20, 2014 /CNW/ - In the midst of the province's election, the Ontario Long Term Care Association (OLTCA) warns that the aging population and the growing medical needs of seniors require urgent action by the next government to ensure that Ontario's long term care homes can provide the care seniors deserve. "The needs of seniors entering long term care homes have risen dramatically in ... (Tue, 20 May 2014 06:30:00 -0700)

PointClickCare Rated #1 Long-Term Care Software Vendor in KLAS Research Study
PointClickCare, the leading cloud-based software provider for long-term care, was recognized by KLAS as the top-rated software vendor for meeting the fundamental needs of senior care providers. (Tue, 20 May 2014 07:00:00 -0700)

Press Release
PointClickCare the leading cloud-based software provider for long-term care was recognized by KLAS as the top-rated software vendor for meeting the fundamental needs of senior care providers. (Tue, 20 May 2014 08:10:47 -0700)

Man injured after being pushed at care home in Halifax has died: RCMP
The RCMP say a resident of a long-term care home in Halifax who was allegedly assaulted by another resident has died. (Tue, 20 May 2014 09:04:26 -0700)

Highmark Inc. partners with industry leader to bring personalized service and enhanced care to seniors following ...
Recognizing that navigating this process can be stressful for members and their caregivers, Highmark Inc. has initiated a three-year partnership with naviHealth, a national post-acute care management company, to bring a personalized approach to support its Medicare Advantage members across Pennsylvania. "This service will ensure that our members are receiving the right care in the setting that ... (Tue, 20 May 2014 10:30:00 -0700)

Long-term care pushed by advocacy group as election issue
An advocacy group for seniors is attempting to make long-term care an election issue. (Tue, 20 May 2014 12:20:35 -0700)

Americans favor tax breaks to encourage savings for long term care
For the second year in a row, the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs conducted a survey of attitudes towards long-term care among those over age 40. The survey, funded by a grant from The SCAN Foundation which is also a PBS NewsHour underwriter, found that 58%–a 7% increase from last year–now favor a government-administered long-term care insurance program and 81% favor tax breaks ... (Tue, 20 May 2014 13:02:38 -0700)

National survey on long-term care: Expectations and reality
The results of a major survey on long-term care in the United States have been released. The study provides much-needed data on how Americans are, or are not, planning for long-term care as policy makers grapple with how to plan for and finance high-quality long-term care in the United States. The survey revealed that Americans 40 or older are counting on their families to provide assistance for ... (Tue, 20 May 2014 17:04:30 -0700)

Thinking long term: Do you need old-age insurance?
With the average life expectancy rising, government statistics project 70 percent of Americans over age 65 will eventually need long-term care. (Wed, 21 May 2014 05:14:05 -0700)

What's New With Long-Term Care Insurance?
Due to a number of factors, including decades of generous underwriting and the current, lingering low interest rate environment, the long-term care industry is rapidly changing.  (Wed, 21 May 2014 06:05:03 -0700)

MDI Achieve Appoints Senior Vice President of Research and Development and Chief Technology Officer
MatrixCare™, the industry leading EHR for long-term care and senior living providers, today announced the appointment of Joseph L. Weber as its Senior Vice President of Research and Development and Chief ... (Wed, 21 May 2014 09:16:13 -0700)

When planning for retirement, don't forget long-term care insurance
Are you insured against old age? It's a fact of life that is far more likely to impact your finances than a car accident or house fire. While paying for auto or homeowners' insurance often seems like a no-brainer, many people question whether buying long-term care insurance is worth it. (Wed, 21 May 2014 13:31:48 -0700)

Long-term care decentralisation impact totally unclear: audit office
It is completely unclear if the 403 Dutch local councils will be able to cope when residential care responsibilities are handed over to them next year, the national audit office says. (Thu, 22 May 2014 01:00:49 -0700)

Long Term Care Insurance Savings Guide Published
Real life examples of ways people reduced costs when purchasing long term care insurance protection or secured significantly better benefits have been published. (Thu, 22 May 2014 07:18:00 -0700)

Conference Told Long Term Health Care Planning Essential for American Families
The impact of extended Long Term Health Care in the United States is impacting families and loved ones of those who require care due to an extended illness, accident or the impact of aging. Mary Ann DeKing, a leading expert on Long Term Care tells a national conference that Long Term Care planning critical and affordable. (PRWeb May 23, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases ... (Fri, 23 May 2014 00:59:19 -0700)

Giant Rocking Chair Tour: "Rock-in" for Improved Long-Term Care
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - May 24, 2014) - (Sat, 24 May 2014 02:09:18 -0700)

Three things to know about long-term care insurance
Most people don’t think twice about insuring their possessions, or protecting their families with a life insurance product. Yet many pass on the opportunity to purchase long-term care insurance, hopin (Sat, 24 May 2014 20:42:03 -0700)

TRIPIL's training program cost-effective way to keep loved ones at home
The way long-term care is delivered to older Americans in Pennsylvania and individuals with physical disabilities is changing, and Tri-County Patriots for Independent Living in Washington is at the forefront of the movement. (Sat, 24 May 2014 21:09:20 -0700)

Giant Rocking Chair Tour: "Rock-in" for Improved Long-Term Care
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - May 26, 2014) - (Mon, 26 May 2014 02:36:00 -0700)

Long-term Lyme treatment doesn't burden insurers, panel says
BOSTON -- Lyme disease patients who suffer chronic symptoms look to long-term antibiotics for help, but often, they lose support of insurers who are only willing to pay for short-term treatment. Rep. Ted Speliotis, D-Danvers, has tried for nearly a d (Tue, 27 May 2014 01:46:11 -0700)

Seniorlink Announces New Board Member Meghan Fitzgerald
Seniorlink, the parent company of Caregiver Homes which provides a long-term care service model called Structured Family Caregiving, is pleased to announce the appointment of Meghan Fitzgerald, president of Cardinal Health Specialty Solutions, as a new member of the company’s Board of Directors. (PRWeb May 27, 2014) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/20 (Tue, 27 May 2014 05:33:12 -0700)

AcuityHealthcare Announces They Are the First 100% Employee-Owned Long-Term Acute Care Hospital Company in the Country
AcuityHealthcare, LP announces its transition to an employee-owned company via the implementation of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan . An ESOP is a special kind of retirement benefit plan, in which employees are rewarded for their service and receive ownership through the granting of shares of stock. (Tue, 27 May 2014 07:00:00 -0700)

8 Ways to Confront Long-Term Unemployment
People describe themselves as having entered a black hole, according to Ofer Sharone, assistant professor with MIT Sloan School of Management. He recently organized and led a conference, "The Crisis of Long-Term Unemployment," for approximately 250 leaders in academia, government, nonprofit support organizations and other employment-related professionals. Eric M. Seleznow, acting assistant ... (Tue, 27 May 2014 07:25:00 -0700)

Ontario Health Coalition 'rocks' Medical Drive
PETERBOROUGH -- Several people gathered on Tuesday morning, under the shadow of a large rocking chair, to bring attention to long-term care issues in the province. (Tue, 27 May 2014 09:23:42 -0700)

MatrixCare Partners With AMDA to Automate Clinical Practice Guidelines and Know-It-All Series
MatrixCare™, the industry leading EHR for long-term care and senior living providers, has entered into an agreement with AMDA -- The Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine to incorporate AMDA's ... (Tue, 27 May 2014 11:28:55 -0700)

Giant Rocking Chair tour in Barrie calling for improved long-term care
Tom Carrothers is 'rocking' for improved long-term care. (Tue, 27 May 2014 15:01:33 -0700)

Memphis' MIFA adds guide to website for finding long-term care facilities
MIFA adds guide to website for finding long-term care facilities. (Tue, 27 May 2014 22:01:00 -0700)

How To Shop For Long-Term Care Insurance
Buying insurance is always a gamble — weighing the total cost of monthly premiums against the chance that you'll need pricey care. So how can you tell if long-term care insurance is right for you? (Wed, 28 May 2014 00:46:21 -0700)

OnShift Receives 2014 LINK Elite Supplier Award
OnShift, the leader in web-based staff scheduling and labor management software for long-term care and senior living, today announced that it has earned the "Elite Supplier" distinction for the ... (Wed, 28 May 2014 06:39:07 -0700)

KW Seniors Need Long Term Care Homes Rebuilt and Access to Better Dementia Services
TORONTO, May 28, 2014 /CNW/ - As the election campaign passes the midpoint, the Ontario Long Term Care Association (OLTCA) is calling on the province's political parties to commit to taking immediate action to rebuild the 4 in 10 long term care homes that need modernization and to make supporting the needs of seniors living with Alzheimer's and other dementias a priority. "The needs of seniors ... (Wed, 28 May 2014 07:30:00 -0700)

Giant Rocking Chair Tour: "Rock-in" for Improved Long-Term Care
NB: see changed location for Sault Ste. Marie event below. (Wed, 28 May 2014 08:55:26 -0700)

BlueStrata Announces Win at Missouri Veterans Commission
ST. LOUIS, May 28, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, BlueStrata is pleased to announce that its Electronic Health Record system has been selected by Missouri Veterans Commission for resident care management at all its long term care facilities. "We are extremely proud and excited to have won the award for this vital program in support of Veterans' care," said Paul Schwetz, President/CEO at BlueStrata ... (Wed, 28 May 2014 10:33:00 -0700)

MIFA Unveils Resource for Long-Term Care
Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association has launched a sweeping new web-based resource to help individuals and families with important long-term care dec... (Wed, 28 May 2014 13:51:12 -0700)

How to afford long-term health care
It’s likely that at some point in your life you will need assistance with your daily activities. In fact, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that 70 percent of people over age (Wed, 28 May 2014 14:09:20 -0700)

Florida Hospital expansion to provide long-term intensive care
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center is expanding into its vacant 11th floor and opening a specialty unit to provide extended intensive care, a project that is expected to generate more than 100 jobs. (Wed, 28 May 2014 17:15:10 -0700)

NADONA/LTC to Work with Wolters Kluwer Health to Certify Long-Term Care Content in Lippincott Advisor
PHILADELPHIA, May 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --  Wolters Kluwer Health , a leading global provider of information and point-of-care solutions for the healthcare industry, today announced a collaboration with ... (Thu, 29 May 2014 05:29:00 -0700)

Heavy Response Reported from Website of New Long-Term Care Alternative
DALLAS, May 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Responses from hundreds of seniors and members of their households have been reported by HelpCare Plus, an affordable new membership discount program offering substantial savings for Long Term Care and many other health care products and services through a nationwide network of more than 236,000 providers.  "For everyone who is uncertain about the changes in ... (Thu, 29 May 2014 05:30:00 -0700)

Rainycrest revamps two rooms
Rainycrest residents now have one of the best shower rooms in any long-term care facility. The east wing shower room—one of three in the home—recently was renovated, significantly upgrading the level of service and care able to be provided. read more (Thu, 29 May 2014 09:21:39 -0700)

Shopping for Long-Term Care Insurance - Tough Money Decision for Seniors
By Steve Tripoli, NPR News, NPR’s Shots blog. May 29, 2014 - One of the toughest money decisions Americans face as they age is whether to buy long-term care insurance. (Thu, 29 May 2014 10:17:14 -0700)

Promise Healthcare Announces New Appointments to Executive Management Team
Promise Healthcare, a national long-term acute care hospital company based in Boca Raton, Florida, today announced the appointment of Richard A. Gold as President and Chief Operating Officer, James Hopwood as Chief Financial Officer, Richard Cohen as Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer, and Nancy F. (Fri, 30 May 2014 06:00:00 -0700)

Giant Rocking chair comes to Meaford
The Ontario Health Coalition's Giant Rocking Chair Tour for improved long-term care made a stop in Meaford on Wednesday, May 28. The Health Coalition is touring the province with a giant 10-foot rocking chair to raise awareness about levels of care and access to Ontario's long-term care homes. (Fri, 30 May 2014 11:00:40 -0700)

MIFA Unveils Resource for Long-Term Care
Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association has launched a sweeping new web-based resource to help individuals and families with important long-term care dec... (Fri, 30 May 2014 13:53:50 -0700)


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