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The cost of senior care: Why aging farmers fear the nursing home

The Haakensons face the emotional and financial burden of long-term care for their aging family member, highlighting a common struggle for many senior farmers.

Dignity in Action: From Institutional Failure to Decentralized Empowerment - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Dignity Alliance Massachusetts seeks to reshape long-term care into a model focused on dignity, inclusivity, and collaboration for elderly and disabled individuals.

The cost of senior care: Why aging farmers fear the nursing home

The Haakensons face the emotional and financial burden of long-term care for their aging family member, highlighting a common struggle for many senior farmers.

Dignity in Action: From Institutional Failure to Decentralized Empowerment - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Dignity Alliance Massachusetts seeks to reshape long-term care into a model focused on dignity, inclusivity, and collaboration for elderly and disabled individuals.
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#ontario

CA: Electronic data security breach at Milton long-term care home revealed

A privacy breach at Allendale Long-Term Care Home exposed personal health records since 2005, raising concerns about cybersecurity and data protection.

Court to hear licence challenge for long-term care home with high COVID-19 death rate | CBC News

Ontario Health Coalition argues Orchard Villa's new license contradicts accountability laws post-COVID-19 crisis with over 70 resident deaths.

Ontario proposes to allow nurse practitioners to oversee LTC medical care | CBC News

Nurse practitioners may soon lead medical care in Ontario long-term care homes, replacing physicians in certain administrative roles.

New Ontario laws and regulations coming into effect in 2025. Here's what you need to know.

Ontario's new regulations focus on child care affordability, highway safety, and long-term care improvements for 2025.

Ontario missed interim target for providing hands-on care to long-term care residents | CBC News

Ontario missed its own legislated target for long-term care hours this past year, raising concerns about transparency and staffing shortages.

Ontario LTC nurses get 11.5% pay increase over 2 years | CBC News

Nurses in Ontario's long-term care homes are receiving a substantial wage increase, addressing the wage gap with the private sector.

CA: Electronic data security breach at Milton long-term care home revealed

A privacy breach at Allendale Long-Term Care Home exposed personal health records since 2005, raising concerns about cybersecurity and data protection.

Court to hear licence challenge for long-term care home with high COVID-19 death rate | CBC News

Ontario Health Coalition argues Orchard Villa's new license contradicts accountability laws post-COVID-19 crisis with over 70 resident deaths.

Ontario proposes to allow nurse practitioners to oversee LTC medical care | CBC News

Nurse practitioners may soon lead medical care in Ontario long-term care homes, replacing physicians in certain administrative roles.

New Ontario laws and regulations coming into effect in 2025. Here's what you need to know.

Ontario's new regulations focus on child care affordability, highway safety, and long-term care improvements for 2025.

Ontario missed interim target for providing hands-on care to long-term care residents | CBC News

Ontario missed its own legislated target for long-term care hours this past year, raising concerns about transparency and staffing shortages.

Ontario LTC nurses get 11.5% pay increase over 2 years | CBC News

Nurses in Ontario's long-term care homes are receiving a substantial wage increase, addressing the wage gap with the private sector.
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#medicare

How Harris Plans to Tackle the Home Health Care Crisis Facing Older Adults

Vice President Harris's Medicare at Home plan aims to alleviate the long-term health care struggles of older adults and their caregivers.
The plan may support over 14.7 million Medicare enrollees by covering at-home aides and improving care worker wages.

Harris Proposes a Medicare Plan to Provide Home Care for Seniors

Vice President Harris proposed expanding Medicare to provide essential support for the sandwich generation caring for aging parents.

Harris Proposes Medicare Benefits for Home Care, Vision and Hearing

Kamala Harris proposed a Medicare expansion plan to support the sandwich generation in caring for aging parents and children.

The Most-Searched Medicare Tips of 2024

Medicare requires ongoing education to manage healthcare costs and understand changes in coverage options.

How Harris Plans to Tackle the Home Health Care Crisis Facing Older Adults

Vice President Harris's Medicare at Home plan aims to alleviate the long-term health care struggles of older adults and their caregivers.
The plan may support over 14.7 million Medicare enrollees by covering at-home aides and improving care worker wages.

Harris Proposes a Medicare Plan to Provide Home Care for Seniors

Vice President Harris proposed expanding Medicare to provide essential support for the sandwich generation caring for aging parents.

Harris Proposes Medicare Benefits for Home Care, Vision and Hearing

Kamala Harris proposed a Medicare expansion plan to support the sandwich generation in caring for aging parents and children.

The Most-Searched Medicare Tips of 2024

Medicare requires ongoing education to manage healthcare costs and understand changes in coverage options.
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HUD examines housing affordability pain points for seniors

The housing needs of older Americans are severely impacted by rising costs, with many struggling to afford long-term care services.
#aging-population

Trump's immigration crackdown could reduce caregiving workforce

Tightening immigration policies will drastically impact home health and long-term care sectors by reducing the labor force and affecting care quality.

Long-term care must be expanded to support aging in place

Improving the integration of health and social services is vital for older Americans to age in place.

Trump's immigration crackdown could reduce caregiving workforce

Tightening immigration policies will drastically impact home health and long-term care sectors by reducing the labor force and affecting care quality.

Long-term care must be expanded to support aging in place

Improving the integration of health and social services is vital for older Americans to age in place.
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Longing to hug his mom, Ontario man who hasn't see her for over a year due to trespass order pushes back | CBC News

Paul Ziman was banned from visiting his mother in a long-term care home, resulting in emotional distress as they struggle with separation.

Ontario pilot project to address cultural mismatches in long-term care admissions | CBC News

Ontario's pilot project aims to reform long-term care admission rules to better accommodate cultural needs and preferences.
#retirement-planning

Gen X believes retirement will require a paycheck just as big or bigger than today's

Generation X faces a retirement savings crisis, lacking adequate funds and planning as they approach their 60s.

I'm 40 with a few million in the bank and want to retire in a few years - how do I factor in taking care of my aging parents to my plans?

Consider parents' long-term care costs in retirement planning to ensure financial security for all parties involved.

I'm 40 with a few million in the bank and want to retire in a few years - how do I factor in taking care of my aging parents to my plans?

Plan for potential long-term care costs of parents in retirement to mitigate financial stress.

Gen X believes retirement will require a paycheck just as big or bigger than today's

Generation X faces a retirement savings crisis, lacking adequate funds and planning as they approach their 60s.

I'm 40 with a few million in the bank and want to retire in a few years - how do I factor in taking care of my aging parents to my plans?

Consider parents' long-term care costs in retirement planning to ensure financial security for all parties involved.

I'm 40 with a few million in the bank and want to retire in a few years - how do I factor in taking care of my aging parents to my plans?

Plan for potential long-term care costs of parents in retirement to mitigate financial stress.
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Here's what Kamala Harris has said about in-home care for older Americans

Kamala Harris highlights challenges for the 'sandwich generation' caring for both children and aging parents, stressing the need for increased support.

80% of older adults can't afford to age in place

The majority of older Americans face financial challenges that hinder their ability to afford necessary care and living arrangements.

'My mother's nursing home suddenly hiked its fees without a reason'

Nursing homes must notify residents of fee increases and provide explanations, especially for significant changes.

Peel Region may 'never' be able to catch up with demand for LTC beds: spokesperson | CBC News

Peel Region's long-term care wait list has surged by 40%, necessitating urgent action for expanding facilities and support services.

Why home equity should be in the long-term care conversation - HousingWire

Home equity is crucial for addressing long-term care costs in retirement planning.

A hospital is suing to move a quadriplegic 18-year-old to a nursing home. She says no

The case of Alexis Ratcliff highlights the challenges faced by younger people with disabilities in finding suitable long-term care options.
States have failed to adequately help individuals live in their own homes, despite Supreme Court opinions emphasizing this right.
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