March 2009 Entries

Nursing Home Shootings

No one expects a senior to die in a nursing home from a gun shot wound, which happened to 7 seniors on Sunday in a North Carolina nursing home.

posted @ Monday, March 30, 2009 12:51 PM | Feedback (1)

Caregiver Jobs

Caregiving openings continue to be available at Senior Home Care agencies and nursing facilities.

posted @ Tuesday, March 17, 2009 9:10 AM | Feedback (0)

Senior Care Daily Care Notes

A daily documentation log can assist doctors and geriatric care managers in monitoring a senior's condition.

posted @ Sunday, March 15, 2009 10:25 PM | Feedback (1)

Certified Nursing Assistant Rescues Infant

A Certified Nursing Assistance made the news this week for a good deed.

posted @ Saturday, March 14, 2009 12:14 PM | Feedback (0)

Caregiver Interview Questions

There are many questions asked of caregivers during the hiring process, but there is one question which is the most important for anyone hiring a caregiver.

posted @ Monday, March 09, 2009 2:03 PM | Feedback (0)

Economic Stimulus Addresses Nursing Shortage

Economic stimulus includes funding for more nurse training programs.

posted @ Sunday, March 08, 2009 10:53 PM | Feedback (1)

Medicare Coverage for Caregivers?

Medicare provides for many services for seniors, but not for non-medical Caregivers.

posted @ Saturday, March 07, 2009 3:48 PM | Feedback (0)

Senior Care Jobs

Many opportunities are available for employment in the senior care industry.

posted @ Friday, March 06, 2009 9:27 AM | Feedback (0)

Nursing Home Wrestling Incident: the Challenges of Memory Loss

Wrestling of nursing home patient brings new conversation on care for those with memory loss.

posted @ Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:56 PM | Feedback (2)

Recession Provides Assisted Living Discounts

Assisted Living Communities are offering new discounts to assist seniors to make the move.

posted @ Sunday, March 01, 2009 11:51 AM | Feedback (0)