Articles Posted in Assisted Living Facilities

Summary: Medicare usually does not pay for assisted living, as custodial help is not within its scope of funding. It may still cover certain medical services a resident receives while living there, but not the cost of the setting itself.  At Nursing Home Law Center, we look at what happens when financial limits, thin supervision,…

The Nursing Home Reform Act (NHRA) is a landmark federal law passed in 1987 as part of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA). It was created to address the widespread problem of substandard care in nursing homes receiving Medicare and Medicaid funding.  For the first time, the federal government established a consistent national framework to…

Risks of poor oral healthcare in nursing home residents are often overlooked, even though oral health plays a critical role in a resident’s overall health and quality of life. Without proper oral hygiene, nursing home residents are vulnerable to painful dental problems and serious medical complications.  Poor oral healthcare can quickly lead to infections, difficulty…

Finding the best care for your loved one can be difficult when the terminology used in the elderly care industry is confusing. To make it easier for you, Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers assembled this glossary of important elderly care terms.   For the families of loved ones who experienced abuse in a nursing home, you do have…

It’s tough to think about moving a loved one from assisted living to a nursing home. Many families face this choice and are unsure of the right time to take that step, as it’s rarely triggered by a single event or sudden change but by a gradual realization that more comprehensive care is needed. The…

Many people find it challenging to differentiate between assisted living and nursing homes. While both offer care and support, they’re not interchangeable.  These distinctions can include variations in the type of care provided, the level of daily assistance offered, and other important factors, like whether someone needs minor assistance or round-the-clock medical care. Often, it’s…

Many older adults nationwide are reaching the age where they need help. Whether it’s taking care of their homes or themselves, daily activities become more complex over time. People can help the elderly in various ways, such as helping with yard work or driving to doctor’s appointments. The key is finding ways to offer the…