Hospice Drugs are Covered under Medicare Part A NOT Part D
Hospice programs must provide individuals under
hospice care with drugs and biologicals related to the palliation and
symptom management of the terminal illness as defined in the hospice
plan of care. The only drugs covered by the hospice program are those
used primarily for relief of pain and symptom control related to the
individual‘s terminal illness. However, because hospice care is a
Medicare Part A benefit, the drugs provided by the hospice and covered
under the Medicare per-diem payment to the hospice program are not covered under Part D.
Hospice programs are specified in section 1861(dd) of the Social Security Act and in Federal regulations at Part 418.
DIY Feces And Diarrhea Stain Removal from carpet and Upholstery
Clean off the feces or diarrhea, or urine, as possible.
For a diarrhea stain cover with an absorbent, such as cornstarch or baking soda and let it soak in
Vacuum up the cornstarch or baking soda.You may need to repeat this step.
Make a solution of cool water, a little dishwashing liquid, and white vinegar.
Using this attack the stain.
Repeat until the stains are removed.
Rinse carefully with plain cold water then dry.
If this does not completely remove the stain apply 3% hydrogen peroxide to the stained. Test this stain removal method in an inconspicuous area to make sure it does not cause harm.
Carefully rinse with plain cold water {cloth and sponge on upholstery} then dry.
For a diarrhea stain cover with an absorbent, such as cornstarch or baking soda and let it soak in
Vacuum up the cornstarch or baking soda.You may need to repeat this step.
Make a solution of cool water, a little dishwashing liquid, and white vinegar.
Using this attack the stain.
Repeat until the stains are removed.
Rinse carefully with plain cold water then dry.
If this does not completely remove the stain apply 3% hydrogen peroxide to the stained. Test this stain removal method in an inconspicuous area to make sure it does not cause harm.
Carefully rinse with plain cold water {cloth and sponge on upholstery} then dry.
Code of Federal Regulations REQUIREMENTS FOR STATES AND LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES
eCFR — Code of Federal Regulations
Data is current as of June 4, 2014
Subpart
G—CONDITION OF PARTICIPATION FOR THE USE OF RESTRAINT OR SECLUSION IN
PSYCHIATRIC RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT FACILITIES PROVIDING INPATIENT
PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS UNDER AGE 21
Data is current as of June 4, 2014
TITLE 42—Public Health
CHAPTER IV—CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (CONTINUED)
SUBCHAPTER G—STANDARDS AND CERTIFICATION
Subpart C—PREADMISSION SCREENING AND ANNUAL REVIEW OF MENTALLY ILL AND MENTALLY RETARDED INDIVIDUALS
Subpart
G—CONDITION OF PARTICIPATION FOR THE USE OF RESTRAINT OR SECLUSION IN
PSYCHIATRIC RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT FACILITIES PROVIDING INPATIENT
PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS UNDER AGE 21
Stop Digging By JoAnn Kunkle
"If You Find Yourself in a Hole, Stop Digging">
The quote is from Will Rogers, a simple talking
philosopher, who just asked us to look honestly at
ourselves, look around and appreciate what we see.
In preparing for a community course on interacting with
a dependent loved one to keep them stimulated and
positive, I was struck by the many technical supports
available and the real lack of hands on, relationship
builders for caregivers and the person they love.
http://www.caregiver.com/articles/general/stop_digging.htm
The quote is from Will Rogers, a simple talking
philosopher, who just asked us to look honestly at
ourselves, look around and appreciate what we see.
In preparing for a community course on interacting with
a dependent loved one to keep them stimulated and
positive, I was struck by the many technical supports
available and the real lack of hands on, relationship
builders for caregivers and the person they love.
http://www.caregiver.com/articles/general/stop_digging.htm
JoAnn Kunkle
is a Volunteer Coordinator for the United Methodist
Homes Elizabeth Church Campus in Binghamton, New York.
She holds BS in Sociology, and graduated from SUNY at
Brockport. She is a mother of two, grandmother of
nine and wife to one very wonderful man. She has been a
Social Worker at a Children’s’ Home, an Information
Specialist in a library and a Director of Social
Services. You can reach JoAnn at
jkunkle@umhwc.org
is a Volunteer Coordinator for the United Methodist
Homes Elizabeth Church Campus in Binghamton, New York.
She holds BS in Sociology, and graduated from SUNY at
Brockport. She is a mother of two, grandmother of
nine and wife to one very wonderful man. She has been a
Social Worker at a Children’s’ Home, an Information
Specialist in a library and a Director of Social
Services. You can reach JoAnn at
jkunkle@umhwc.org
All-Night Care for Alzheimer’s Restless Minds
Mr. Pomeranz at the , Hebrew
Home at Riverdale, Took the day program and ran it at night.
The activities mirror those done during the day: arts, crafts,
exercise, and holistic remedies like meditation and pet therapy.
{quote} Participants are fetched from
their homes by vans and spend 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. painting, potting
plants, dancing and talking — or, for those immobilized by their
disease, relaxing amid music, massage and twinkling lights. The
patients rest as they need, for a few minutes or a few hours, and
return home the next morning fed, showered and, usually, tuckered
out. {end quote}
It takes just one person to encourage
setting up Night-Care respite for those with dementia.
If YOU are using or involved with a
assisted living facility, senior services, day-care, caregivers,
senior center, or area agency discuss Night Care programs with your
peers.
Sensible Coaching for Elderly Parents' Children | Endless Legacy
Sensible Coaching for Elderly Parents' Children | Endless Legacy
rhonda
Is This You?
- Are you suddenly burdened with care issues or other decisions for your elderly or aging parents?
- Did you just receive that totally
unexpected, out-of-the-blue phone call from some authority (doctor,
police officer, emergency operator) advising you of the immediate help
your aging elderly parent needs?
rhonda
ACM Care 5 Tips to Dementia Proof Your Home
Electronics with Automatic Shut-off. These are great for home
safety in general, but of extra importance when someone in the home has
memory loss. Electronics and appliance manufacturers are incorporating
an automatic shut-off feature in to an increasing number of products
ranging from humidifiers to Christmas tree lights. The ones you might
find most useful for a loved one with dementia include a curling iron,
iron, and coffee pot. It they still cook, a product called CookStop can
actually turn off a pot or pan that they have left on the stove too
long.
safety in general, but of extra importance when someone in the home has
memory loss. Electronics and appliance manufacturers are incorporating
an automatic shut-off feature in to an increasing number of products
ranging from humidifiers to Christmas tree lights. The ones you might
find most useful for a loved one with dementia include a curling iron,
iron, and coffee pot. It they still cook, a product called CookStop can
actually turn off a pot or pan that they have left on the stove too
long.
How Joint Bank Accounts and Property Affect Medicaid Eligibility - AgingCare.com
How Joint Bank Accounts and Property Affect Medicaid Eligibility - AgingCare.com
When considering trying to qualify for Medicaid, many questions about jointly-held assets arise:
Should I re-title my house from joint names with my spouse into my name alone?
If I add my son's name to my bank account, will that affect my ability to qualify for Medicaid?
What do POD, TOD and JTWROS mean?
For
the purposes of Medicaid, there are two different instances when the
exact way an asset is titled can affect a family's finances: when a
family member applies for Medicaid, and following the death of a family
member who was covered by Medicaid.
When considering trying to qualify for Medicaid, many questions about jointly-held assets arise:
Should I re-title my house from joint names with my spouse into my name alone?
If I add my son's name to my bank account, will that affect my ability to qualify for Medicaid?
What do POD, TOD and JTWROS mean?
For
the purposes of Medicaid, there are two different instances when the
exact way an asset is titled can affect a family's finances: when a
family member applies for Medicaid, and following the death of a family
member who was covered by Medicaid.
4 Essential Caregiving Lessons from Home Care Nurses - AgingCare.com
4 Essential Caregiving Lessons from Home Care Nurses - AgingCare.com
Working in home care enables you to see certain elements of an
elder's life that may fly under the radars of their doctor, their
friends and, many times, even their closest family members.
The
people caring for your loved one—home health aides, registered nurses,
social workers, etc.—witness some of that individual's most vulnerable
moments as they handle real-time critical issues related to a senior's
health and well-being
Working in home care enables you to see certain elements of an
elder's life that may fly under the radars of their doctor, their
friends and, many times, even their closest family members.
The
people caring for your loved one—home health aides, registered nurses,
social workers, etc.—witness some of that individual's most vulnerable
moments as they handle real-time critical issues related to a senior's
health and well-being
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