aging in place
YPSILANTI, Mich. (March 9, 2017)—Huron Valley PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) this week welcomed a new medical director, Dr. Terri Mack.
LONG BEACH, Calif. (February 16, 2017)—SCAN Group, a senior-focused organization with the mission of keeping seniors healthy and independent, announced the appointment of two new board members: Christobel E. Selecky and Dr. Linda Rosenstock. Selecky and Rosenstock lend their extensive business, medical and academic expertise to SCAN’s board of directors, fortifying its commitment to ensuring California’s seniors have access to quality care and community services.
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (February 14, 2017)—Senior Whole Health (SWH), which helps keep low-income seniors living independently at home by providing comprehensive health care and support services, enrolled its 20,000th member in February.
SEATTLE (November 10, 2016)—The Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Pension, an allowance for veterans and their spouses to help pay for senior living and homecare, is anticipated to undergo changes concerning eligibility requirements in 2017. A Place for Mom (APFM), the nation’s largest senior living referral service, helps more than 200,000 families find the right senior care solution each year.
SEATTLE (October 6, 2016)—A Place for Mom, the nation’s largest senior living referral service, released data today showing that 73 percent of families report that a senior loved one’s quality of life improved after moving to assisted living. Before making the transition, 62 percent of seniors say they would rather stay at home; however, after moving to assisted living families find improvements in seniors’ social and emotional well-being as well as physical health and nutrition.
DALLAS and FORT WORTH (October 4, 2016) Honor, a company that provides quality homecare for older adults, announced it is launching its Dallas-Fort Worth service and inviting residents to learn more about "Honor Care at Home" in two convenient Walmart store locations.
NEW YORK (September 28, 2016)—Alliance Homecare, a concierge home health care provider serving individuals and families in New York City, Long Island, Westchester and the Lower Hudson Valley, recently announced the acquisition of Elder Care Alternatives (ECA). In light of this partnership, Elder Care Alternatives will now be known as AllianceECA. Services will continue to be provided by its present team of expert care managers.
NEW YORK (September 15, 2016)—Hometeam, a new approach to homecare that brings more independence, joy and vibrancy to older adults—and peace of mind to families—announced that it has partnered with Fox Rehabilitation, a professional private practice of full-time physical, occupational and speech therapists in ten states on the East Coast.
Senators Push for Pre-Claim Delay After "Complete Mess" in Illinois
Two U.S. Senators have called for a controversial home health pre-claim review demonstration program to be delayed in Florida, and they reiterated concerns over how pre-claim threatens providers and patients. (Tim Mullaney/Home Health Care News)
BOISE, Idaho (August 25, 2016)—Bestbath, a manufacturer of universal design showers and tubs, announced the use of a new barrier coat on its products providing a durable and longer lasting shower with better surface quality.
When sprayed on the products, the coating lays flat to provide a smoother surface improving the fit and finish of the final product.