Recent questions tagged nursing homes

Description : In nursing homes what does this mean?

Last Answer : Reminders of what medications the person needs each day??

Description : What will most likely happen to our friend who is ignoring his colon tumor?

Last Answer : His choice but sounds very unhealthy in regards to his relationship with his parents. Surely he could find temporary caregiving help for a month r so while he underwent the surgery and recovery. I am sure ... if he is willing to risk his health nothing anyone can do. Only his doctors know the risks.

Description : Can anyone offer advice on how to handle this elder care situation?

Last Answer : I’m sorry to be so general, You have probably thought of this, but maybe Social Services can give you some pertinent information?

Description : Has anyone else heard of this happening in a nursing home?

Last Answer : Never.

Description : Would you work the system? Medicare for Millionaires?

Last Answer : answer:I don't know all the ins and outs of moving assets in order to have the Medicaid pay for nursing home care. But someone worth millions is not going to want to be in a facility that is ... advance to qualify. Besides, you can still use Medicaid as a supplement even if you have all your assets.

Description : What type of attorney should you look for with questions on elder parents.

Last Answer : answer:There are attorneys that specialize in elder law. That link should take you to the Elder Law page that allows you to search for lawyers in your area and then narrow it down based on ... help paying for nursing homes and spousal assistance for the parent who won't be going into care.

Description : Do you trust nursing homes?

Last Answer : answer:My mother has Alzheimers and has been in several homes, ranging from assisted living to a dementia care unit. I think that, like day care for children, there is a wide range of facilities out ... I would lean towards a single floor facility rather than a high rise for the reasons you stated.