Attorney: Proposed rules for assisted living must be stronger
Says abuse and neglect in the facilities often goes unreported, and is a real problem.
Examples in northeastern PA are the latest in healthcare programs being hit by budget impasse
“We’re really being hit on a number of different levels at this stage,” said Michael Hanley, executive director of United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania. “It’s affecting child care, it’s affecting our senior centers and youth programs.”
Dept. of Aging wants to hear from consumers about proposed new Medicare/Medicaid program
The program will attempt to make it easier for seniors to deal with health coverage issues.
Argument over aging bill is exemplified by Lebanon County lawmakers
The proposal to create a Dept. of Aging and Long-Term Living to handle all state seniors’ issues is under consideration now by the Senate. The House has already approved the measure.
Study: Use of canes/walkers can actually cause injury to elderly users
Experts say more research needs to be done on walking aids.
Assisted living advocacy group says facilities need revamped regulations
PALCA says that recent events illustrate the need for stronger and more closely followed regulations for care given to seniors at assisted living facilities.
How much will the federal government save with new prescription drug plan of action?
President Obama and other groups are praising pharmaceutical companies’ promise to lower drug prices for Medicare patients who fall into the coverage gap, but some Senates say that the government won’t benefit from the deal.
Senior care advocacy group says PA should use stimulus funds to improve care, denounces budget cuts
PANPHA says that the state has to find ways to care for its growing aging population.
Rendell proposes expanding PACENET
His proposal would raise the income limit for PACENET, the state program that gives prescription drug benefits to older Pennsylvanians.
Online social networking sites and chat rooms help seniors stay healthy
The Internet can help seniors find companionship and stay mentally sharp.