| 6/30/2009 | judy, PA |
special care fee
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| | Q: I am the medical poa for a client I have been caring for the past8 yrs. Jan 07 we had to place her in assisted living. Her rent was 76.00 and 6.00 special care. She is immobile but her mind is still pretty good. July 08 the alf used a new level of care sc . . . (click subject to read entire post) |
| | A: Alfs set their own rates based on their assessments of care levels so not a universal scale to rely upon. |
| 6/30/2009 | Constance, CA |
My husb had a stroke last month & is paralised
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| | Q: My husband & I have been married 40 yrs. we live in his fathers house, that was promised to us when it was paid off, because my husband has work for his dad 38 yrs, as his architectural business associate, but he was paid very little,18,000 is the most he . . . (click subject to read entire post) |
| | A: Sorry this is beyond my scope of expertise as nurse but would really consider consulting with financial advisor to get an objective opinion. |
| 6/28/2009 | Christian, GA |
Caring for Dad with no help from my sister
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| | Q: My dad had a stroke about 10 years ago. He has partial left side paralisis.
To make a long story short my sister has done little to help. And now she has taken a job in Key West Florida. Is there any smart way to tell her she should do a little more? or a . . . (click subject to read entire post) |
| | A: You are not alone with this problem among siblings caring for older parents. Often it might be easiest to simply delegate specfic jobs for your sister to do long distance if she does move away such as bill paying and record keeping if feel she is responsi . . . (click subject to read entire post) |
| 6/27/2009 | s.ramaswami, MA |
unc0-op pt
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| | Q: any tips on treatment of stage 1-2 ulcers when patient is unco-operative with frequent turning and repositioning ? thank you-s.ramaswami |
| | A: You might try using hydrocolloid dressings on ulcers (with dr approval) which can be left in place several days and not require frequent changing but at same time offer some preventive pressure reduction. Also can try "egg crate" convoluted foam pad or al . . . (click subject to read entire post) |
| 6/27/2009 | Diana, OH |
abuse
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| | Q: Is it abuse if a transportation person, who makes the residents doctor appointments, canceals that appointment without good reason.
I have seen this person canceal because she was helping out in the activity department on that day. But did take one reside . . . (click subject to read entire post) |
| | A: Suggest talking with Director of Nursing at facility to voice your concerns so future Dr appts are not missed. |
| 6/22/2009 | Amal, MN |
I want to start my own business for homecare agenc
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| | Q: Hello Clare
My name is Amal, and I have been having a high interest on working with senior but I really don`t know where to start to persude my dream? please do help....
A e-mail would be great.
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| | A: Might start by signing up for a CNA program in your area such as at community college or local nursing homes often offer such. |
| 6/15/2009 | robin, NH |
becomming a cna
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| | Q: i have been trying to find a cna class that you don`t have to have the money up front in order to do the class but i am having a problem with that causes everyone that i have talk to they want the either half the money up front and the other half when you . . . (click subject to read entire post) |
| | A: Try contacting local nursing homes to ask if they offer CNA programs that are free if you agree to work for specified period of time for them after licensure. |
| 6/15/2009 | ann, GA |
where to get the information packet,
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| | Q: Hello
I would like to know where can i obtain information needed on opening up a personal care home in ga. With the guidlines and etc.. along with it. |
| | A: Contact your state long-term care licensing dept for this info and can read article on our site that lists contacts for each state. |
| 6/12/2009 | Ashley, PA |
transfer cna
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| | Q: Hello,
I was thinking about moving to NC and want to transfer my cna from PA to NC can I do this or do I have to take the course again?
Thanks |
| | A: Contact NC licensing board for specific info as most states do offer reciprocity. |
| 6/11/2009 | meka, NC |
No Subject
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| | Q: Can I get paid to take care of 7 year old special needs step son? I have no rights over him...but i havent been able to work being that I have to be available to him 24/7. |
| | A: Contact your local social services /health dept to ask if offer any family caregiving programs that will compensate you. |
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