Improperly Treated at a Nursing Home? Find Out What You Can Do About It.
Law Offices of Frederic G. Leeds, P.C.
If you are a patient of a nursing home you have protections for safe and proper care under federal and state law. .
OIG Publishes Draft Compliance Guidance For Nursing Facilities
Susan V. Kayser,K L Carver-Cheney,Jerome T. Levy,Ronald H. Clark and Robert E. Wanerman of Arent Fox LLP
This Alert discusses draft compliance program guidance for nursing facilities published by the Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of the Inspector General.
Government Programs or Private Resources: Alternatives for Paying for Long Term Health Care
Ruthann P. Lacey, P.C.
Due to continued improvements in lifestyle and medical technology, it comes as no surprise that as the first Baby B.
In Focus
McMahon Law Firm, Attorney and Counselor at Law
THE NEWSLETTER OF THE McMAHON LAW FIRM
Nursing Home Injuries and Abuse
The Karney Law Firm
Elder abuse is a pervasive problem, and most instances of abuse are never reported.
Protecting the Unprotected: Nursing Home Residents' Rights
Panter, Panter & Sampedro, P.A.
In 1976, the Florida Legislature took a significant step in recognizing the rights of a very vulnerable group of .
How to Recognize Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Aiken & Scoptur, S.C.
As our population ages, we are becoming more and more dependant on skilled nursing facilities to take care of our parents. Many facilities that we think are safe and clean are not.
The Power of Private Annuity Plans
Law Offices of Richard A. Kroll
Likelihood of Nursing Home AdmissionÃÂIf you are over 65 there is a 43% chance that you will require admission to .
Problematic Gifting
Jason A. Penrod of Weaver, McClendon & Penrod, LLP
There are many misguided beliefs about reducing assets to qualify for Medicaid long-term care benefits. In fact, one of the most commonly mistaken beliefs is that a Medicaid applicant or potential applicant can simply gift or transfer assets to another person or into another person's name in order to qualify for Medicaid benefits. As this article explains, the gifting of assets can disqualify an individual from receiving benefits to pay for nursing home care for a significant period of time.
Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect, How To Recognize And Deal With Poor Treatment
Paul A. Meissner of Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett, P.A.
We have seen a major increase in the need for nursing homes as many more of us live longer. As we age we may requir.
Consumer Assistance for Older People Under the Older Americans Act
Dept. of Health and Human Services
Brochure from the Administration on Aging which describes consumer assistance the elderly under the Older Americans Act.
Bankruptcies don't stop during boom
Mark C. Ellenberg of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP
Mark C. Ellenberg Special To Washington Business Journal The U.S. economy is experiencing an uninterrupted pe.
Long Term Health Care and Medicaid Planning
Law Office of Daniel G. Parsons
Since people are living longer, planning for the possibility of long term health care is becoming a critical .
How to Choose a Nursing Home for Your Loved One
Knapp & Roberts
Making the decision to place a loved one in a nursing home can be difficult. Equally difficult is knowing which nursing home to choose.
CONSUMER FRAUD: Spotting and Protecting Yourself Against It [A General Primer] : Health
Richard Alexander of Alexander Hawes LLP
Part of the general consumer fraud primer, this part deals with health care issues.
Long Term Care
Connie A. Raffa of Arent Fox LLP
As our population ages, increasing numbers of individuals will require long term health care services. Services provided by home health agencies allow elderly individuals to receive medical and supportive assistance while remaining at home. Assisted living facilities serve those who cannot live on their own, i.e. , they require assistance with bathing, dressing, ambulating and the other activities of daily living. For those who require more complex or round-the-clock health services, nursing homes may be the best alternative.
TZBZU Briefs
Tony J. Tuntasit of Tew & Associates
Web Site: We are pleased to announce that we will be launching our new web site within the next couple of weeks.
Protecting the Rights of Older Americans
Dept. of Health and Human Services
Brochure from the Administration on Aging which describes Title VII, the Vulnerable Elder Rights Protection Program.
Governmental Enforcement of Quality of Care Standards
James R. Taylor of Gallagher & Kennedy, P.A.
The Federal government continues to enforce quality of care standards in long-term care facilities through the use .
Tydings & Rosenberg LLP Sues Over Nursing Home Enforcement Regulations
Tydings & Rosenberg LLP
Tydings & Rosenberg LLP recently filed suit on behalf of Ivy Hall Geriatric and Rehabilitation Center, Inc., a Mary.
What Is Long Term Care Insurance?
Estate Planners of Arkansas, P.A.
This is insurance you buy to pay for your stay in a nursing home. WHERE CAN I BUY IT? It is sold only by .
The Medicaid Application Process
McMahon Law Firm, Attorney and Counselor at Law
In order to qualify for Medicaid benefits you should first speak to an attorney who is.