More than 80 percent of nursing home residents in United States are age 65 and above. Most of them are in critical care due to chronic illness or disability that requires supervision from nurses, aides, and nursing home staff. Some residents simply stay there for assistance in daily living activities since they are no longer capable of moving around and taking care of themselves.Many...more
Medicare Nursing Home Coverage Medicare is a project pursued by former President John Kennedy that aims to provide medical insurance for all American seniors. After Kennedy's death, President Lyndon Johnson amended it to the Social Security Act. In 1965, Title VII of the amendment established what we have now as Medicare and Title IX established Medicaid. Medicare Part A and B is...more
Our nations elderly have many health needs and the price their family pays for their care can be both costly and drawn out. The emotional toll and financial responsibility of staying in a care facility or nursing home could be extremely steep.Even thought there is an increase in health aid costs for the elderly, there are plenty of consumers that aren't aware of the benefits that come with long-term care insurance. Most long-term policies cover nursing facilities as well as in-home care.The House and Senate started to look at care insurance that is more long-term in bills that are aimed at making the insurance more affordable and more realistic. These efforts mark a growing concern by civilians, interest groups and lawmakers about Americas care insurance cost and availability.The offered legislation also reflects growing concern about healthcare prices climbing and the effect they have on Medicaid and Medicare. Even though it isn't really clear whether the bills will ever cause much of a breakthrough, they are chock full of different thoughts from both Republicans and Democrats on how to raise the number of U.S citizens who have long-term care insurance.Many of the bills also ease...more
It isn't always easy to recognize when a patient at a nursing home is being abused or neglected. Many of the perpetrators of this type of behavior know full well the risks and will take active measures to abuse their victims in such a way that no noticeable damage is apparent, or, when it is, being sure to keep it hidden from concerned...more
Your parent is now elderly and can no longer take care of themselves in their own home. You feel you do not have the proper ability to care for them at your home but you want them nearby. If you live in the Chicago suburbs you can find a nursing home Aurora IL. This suburb is within easy driving distance from most of the Chicago area. You need to...more
Many seniors suffer abuse at the hands of their caregivers. This can happen whether the caretaker is a spouse, relative or even a professional caregiver. It is especially disturbing to think that seniors might be abused in nursing homes, where they are sent for professional care when family members can no longer care for them, but it can and does happen. Here are some signs to watch for that may indicate nursing home abuse.Physical abuse may be indicated by the presence of unexplained cuts, bruises or other injuries. Seniors may experience fractures as a result of being hit or shoved, and may be denied adequate food and water. If an elderly person indicates that he or she has been mistreated by nursing home staff, the accusation should be taken seriously and action should be taken immediately. The same applies if a family member or other visitor notices anything unusual about the elderly person's condition.Neglect involves failure to properly care for a person in one's care. Just because a nursing home is being paid to look after the needs of its residents does not mean that it always does. Things to watch for include bed sores, unclean clothing, poor personal hygiene and...more
We know now that if you want to stay out of a nursing home in the last third of your life you need to look after your muscle strength. For women especially this is really important as they tend to ignore the condition of their muscles. It is not like...more
Author: Erich ShreflerVery few actions are more abhorrent than the sexual abuse of a nursing home resident. Unfortunately, elderly people under the care of nursing homes are frequently easy targets for these crimes since they are often vulnerable and...more
Nursing care nursing homes, often the best choice for your elderly family members. Designed to assist in daily activities without infringing on their independence, these homes are ideal for elderly people without serious illnesses. There are many...more
More than 80 percent of nursing home residents in United States are age 65 and above. Most of them are in critical care due to chronic illness or disability that requires supervision from nurses, aides, and nursing home staff. Some residents simply...more
Medicare Nursing Home CoverageMedicare is a project pursued by former President John Kennedy that aims to provide medical insurance for all American seniors. After Kennedys death, President Lyndon Johnson amended it to the Social Security...more