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Researching Health Care Providers and Filing Complaints Against Them (Links)

The following links can be used to research health care providers and, if necessary, to file a complaint with State…

3 years ago

News Roundup – June 12, 2021

Frontline posted a new podcast regarding a race-related murder in Chicago in 1955. That murder resulted in a bill named…

3 years ago

Alzheimer’s: 100 Years of Progress – How Far Have We Come?

The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations (IFPMA) posted a video on 100 Years of Progress fighting Alzheimer's disease.…

3 years ago

Alzheimer’s Warning Signs with Examples

On June 5, 2021, Alzheimer's & Dementia Weekly posted Warning Signs of Alzheimer's with Examples. The post links a diagnostic…

3 years ago

Webinar: Home and Community Based Services – What Are They and Why They Are Important, June 9, 3pm ET

Nicole T. Jorwic, J.D, Senior Director of Public Policy at The Arc and an expert on the topic of home-…

3 years ago

NORC Webinar regarding Tips for Identifying Trauma, Potential Abuse and Supporting Nursing Home Residents, June 18, 2021

On June 18, 2021, the National Ombudsman Resource Center will hold a webinar from 3:00 to 4:30 ET regarding resuming…

3 years ago

Covid 19 Toolkits and Checklists

The CDC recently published its Covid 19 One Stop Shop Toolkits. Click here for its page on Older Adults. Click…

3 years ago

Filial responsibility – Can I be responsible for my parent’s medical debt?

A filial responsibility law is one making relatives financially responsible for the care of another. Virtually every state requires parents…

3 years ago

News Roundup – 5-31-2021 (Including link to the National Memorial Day Concert)

On May 31, 2021, Xavier Becerra, Secretary of U.S. Health & Human Services, wrote to Celebrate Older American's Month by…

3 years ago

How to Set Boundaries as a Caregiver

Self-care while serving as a caregiver is essential to reduce the risk of burnout. Learn the common symptoms of compassion…

3 years ago