For those of you who have been waiting for Virginia529 to open the enrollment process for ABLE accounts, your wait is over. The Stephen Beck, Jr. Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act was signed into law in December, 2014…
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‘Tis the Season…for hospital admissions and long-term care planning!
Author: Stephanie Washington Co-Author: Letha Sgritta-McDowell During the holidays, it is not uncommon for emergency rooms to see an increase…
Life-Saving Tech Tip for Cell Phone Users
Your cell phone may have a life-saving feature that you should be aware of. For iPhone users, the feature is…
Cruising through Caregiving – Book Review
Cruising through Caregiving is a terrific book helping all those who have cared for or will care for someone in their family through the aging process deal with the stress of serving in such a capacity. The thrust of her…
Understanding a Resident’s Transfer and Discharge Rights under the Nursing Home Reform Act
One of the most frequent issues I face revolves around the discharge of a resident from a nursing home. Often times, an agent or advocate visits my office with a concern, because their loved one is being discharged from the…
Help may be needed in deciding on senior housing
Elderly people who value their independence and are accustomed to living alone are increasingly becoming incapable of doing so. The need for medical attention may prompt some older individuals to consider their options, including moving to a nursing home or…
