LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – Los Angeles County plans to reassign or hire more than 50 social workers and investigators as part of an ambitious effort to root out fraud among those who care for disabled or frail seniors. The rapid growing In-Home Supportive Services program has come under intense scrutiny in the past year due [...]
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Monthly Archives: November 2009
Mother and Daughter Found Guilty of Elder Abuse
November 29, 2009 – 8:39 pm
A Carmel mother and daughter were found guilty Wednesday of elder abuse by Monterey County Superior Court Judge Terrance Duncan. Lisa MacAdams, 53, and Christi Schoenbachler, 30, will be sentenced January 15, and face a maximum penalty of four and eight months in prison. The victim is MacAdam’s mother—Schoenbachler’s grandmother—and was abandoned at the Monterey [...]
What Should California Expect in Healthcare Reform Legislation?
November 27, 2009 – 6:36 pm
If Congress passes healthcare reform legislation, states will assume new levels of responsibility for taking care of their residents. If the final document leans towards the House bill (HR 3962), states will be responsible for expanding Medicaid programs and establishing high-risk insurance pools. If the final package more resembles the Senate Finance Committee version (S [...]
Tips for Visiting Nursing Home Residents
November 26, 2009 – 6:31 pm
Once a family member has moved to a nursing home, it is important to visit as often as time allows. Residents of nursing facilities need to be reassured on a regular basis that they are still an important member of the family. The following list of ideas may help you to provide care and support [...]
Understanding Fall Incidents in the Elderly
November 25, 2009 – 8:16 pm
Falls are the top cause of accidents in people over the age of 65. Falls are also the main cause of serious injuries and accidental deaths in older people. Even older people who appear to be strong and well can fall. Falling is a real threat to your ability to live on your own. Causes [...]
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