http://www.content4reprint.com/profile/pdwplan-336.xml Articles at Content for Reprint en-us http://www.content4reprint.com/health/controversial-5-star-nursing-home-ratings.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/health/controversial-5-star-nursing-home-ratings.htm Tue, 13 Jan 2009 08:40:57 +0000 The public relies on the government to provide accurate information. The Medicare sight now lists Five Star Ratings for nursing homes, however the method for compiling the ratings is questionable and easily misleading for those not reading the small print. http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/going-overboard-with-palliative-care.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/going-overboard-with-palliative-care.htm Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:19:18 +0000 Palliative care is the new buzz word in healthcare. Learn the postives and negatives about considering palliative care in order to help yourself or a family member at a critical and emotional time of life. http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/nursing-homes-lack-expertise-in-recommending-hospice-care-placing-your-family-member-at-risk.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/nursing-homes-lack-expertise-in-recommending-hospice-care-placing-your-family-member-at-risk.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 20:06:03 +0000 Dying should be the last place for self-interest, however many nursing homes lack the expertise and education or have financial motives relative to NOT referring to outside hospice care. Individuals must educate themselves due to health care provider self interest. http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/angry-about-medicaid-its-time-to-face-reality.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/angry-about-medicaid-its-time-to-face-reality.htm Sun, 16 Nov 2008 06:17:15 +0000 As the aging population increases and has not planned for long term care expenses, many are seeking public assistance yet are angry at the price they must pay to access care. Unfortunately the government has not educated the public about these risks. No wonder families are angry. http://www.content4reprint.com/culture-and-society/social-issues/women-disadvantaged-financially-and-personally-due-to-years-of-caregiving.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/culture-and-society/social-issues/women-disadvantaged-financially-and-personally-due-to-years-of-caregiving.htm Sun, 25 May 2008 13:21:28 +0000 Women are natural born caregivers, however the majority of women do not understand how caregiving affects their earning and retirement years. Take action now to ensure you are not left behind in your latter years without financial resources and health care. http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/avoid-nursing-homes-by-planning-ahead.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/avoid-nursing-homes-by-planning-ahead.htm Sun, 25 May 2008 13:06:51 +0000 According to a survey by John Hancock, persons would rather die or go bankrupt that live in a nursing home. Learn about planning ahead so that you or your family members do not end up without choices at end of life. http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/americans-shocked-to-learn-that-medicare-does-not-pay-for-all-healthcare-expenses.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/americans-shocked-to-learn-that-medicare-does-not-pay-for-all-healthcare-expenses.htm Fri, 04 Apr 2008 05:34:21 +0000 Many Americans believe that the government pays for all health expenses once they participate in Medicare. Not true. Medicare does not pay for the most significant of healthcare expenses, long term care. Learn what Medicare does and does not pay for so you can plan for your healthcare future. http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/my-kids-will-care-for-me-and-other-myths-about-aging.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/my-kids-will-care-for-me-and-other-myths-about-aging.htm Fri, 04 Apr 2008 05:33:18 +0000 Parents often believe, rather they expect, children will care for them as they age. This is not always the case. Learn common myths about caregiving, aging and unrealistic expectations. http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/five-ways-to-avoid-financially-supporting-aging-parents.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/family/elder-care/five-ways-to-avoid-financially-supporting-aging-parents.htm Thu, 03 Apr 2008 20:51:30 +0000 Many older adults are not financially prepared for unexpected health care expenses during retirement and often look to children or other family members to provide financial or personal support. By preparing early you can avoid being placed in this situation. http://www.content4reprint.com/home/affordable-housing-what-can-you-afford.htm http://www.content4reprint.com/home/affordable-housing-what-can-you-afford.htm Fri, 04 Jan 2008 03:24:54 +0000 Buying a house, downsizing or selling and moving to a different home are extremely important decisions. Don't make a move until you know what you can comfortably afford.