Archive for January, 2009

FEDS’ WEBSITE LISTS BEST, WORST U. S. NURSING HOMES

FEDS' WEBSITE LISTS BEST, WORST U. S. NURSING HOMES

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), a federal agency that is part of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, annually ranks the 15,000-plus <a title=Nursing homes at Great Places! Href=http://www.greatplacesinc.com/features/NursingHomes.aspx>nursing homes</a> that participat (more…)

Nursing Homes and Assisted Living – Ensuring Independence and Long Term Support!

Nursing Homes and Assisted Living – Ensuring Independence and Long Term Support!

Given the constant increase in the percentage of aging population, it’s only natural we start thinking about nursing homes. The Internet is an excellent guide towards senior living, offering a wide range of information and many health care options. Experienced and dedicated placement specialists offer free consultations, helping direct one to the right senior care option. In order to search for available nursing homes, you will have to enter yo (more…)

What Constitutes Nursing Home Neglect?/When Nursing Home Abuse is Denied

What Constitutes Nursing Home Neglect?/When Nursing Home Abuse is Denied

In America today, we have placed nearly 2 million elderly family members under the direct care of a nursing home. Something you probably don’t want to tell grandma or grandpa is that they could very well be living in one of the thousands of nursing homes that have been charged with neglect or abuse.

Take notice. Nursing home neglect is widespread. Unfortunately, as most people grow older, they become more susceptible to negligence (more…)

Assisted Living Facilities Today Focus on Living, not Retiring

Assisted Living Facilities Today Focus on Living, not Retiring

With workout facilities, pools, golf courses and trips, the aging communities today are not looking for their parents assisted living communities of the past. In fact, Baby Boomers are looking to live out their golden years packed full of as much adventure and fun as possible. <a rel=”external nofollow” target=”_blank” href=(more…)