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The general rule under 42 U.S. Code § 1396p(c)(1) is that any transfer for less than fair market value results in assessment of a transfer of resources penalty. There are, however, exceptions to the general rule. Subsection (c)(2)(A)(iv) is one of those exceptions and it provides that no penalty can be assessed if a home […]

The following links can be used to research health care providers and, if necessary, to file a complaint with State licensing boards and boards of certification: Complaint and Discipline Process for Nurses (Powerpoint by Georgia Board of Nursing) Contact Information For Filing a Complaint with the State Survey Agency (CMS.gov) Do your research about your doctor or […]

Frontline posted a new podcast regarding a race-related murder in Chicago in 1955. That murder resulted in a bill named for the victim that would wind up in the halls of Congress. It was aimed at bringing justice to unsolved killings from the civil rights era. Around the same time, the Department of Justice and […]

New Interactive Tool Provides Social Determinants of Health Data on Internet Access A new online data visualization tool from AHRQ gives analysts access to social determinants of health (SDOH) data related to people’s access to the internet. Internet access is essential for obtaining home-based telemedicine and is increasingly important for healthcare needs such as making […]

Webinar on Developmental Promotion, Early Detection, Referral, and Linkage to Services Wednesday, June 16, 2021, 1:00 – 2:30 PM ET Webinar Registration The National Center on Early Childhood Quality Assurance presents this webinar on increasing access to developmental screenings for children and families. The early childhood community has an opportunity to work together to build […]

The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations (IFPMA) posted a video on 100 Years of Progress fighting Alzheimer’s disease. What progress have we made in the fight against Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia? What are the remaining challenges? And what role do you have to play in the fight?

On June 5, 2021, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Weekly posted Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s with Examples. The post links a diagnostic video with the goal of easily telling the difference between normal-aging versus Alzheimer’s-signals. It says use these 3 clear examples for each of the well-known “10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s”.

Financial Literacy if key to know how to plan for your financial future and that of your loved one. We hope the following information helps. If you have suggestions for this page, please let us know. Welcome to Financial Literacy (Khan Academy) Transferring Family Wealth to the Next Generation: What’s the money for? Family Wealth […]

Nicole T. Jorwic, J.D, Senior Director of Public Policy at The Arc and an expert on the topic of home- and community-based services (HCBS) will provide an overview of the HCBS program and describes how it helps people living with paralysis access the supports and serves they need to live independent lives. Nicole will also […]

Elder mistreatment is common in our society, particularly among older adults with cognitive impairment and dementia. Using practical clinical and legal tools, we can look for high-risk situations and prevent abuse, and we can detect abuse at early stages to stop it from getting worse. Led by a physician and an attorney with years of […]

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