Recent Posts in ALF Neglect Category
Posted on May 17, 2012 By Scott Distasio
When Florida's legislative session closed earlier this year, legislators had not passed any laws designed to address the problems of assisted living facility neglect . Despite the efforts of the ...
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Posted on May 7, 2012 By Scott Distasio
Many of Florida's care facility residents live in fear. Not only do they have to fear assisted living facility neglect or potential ALF abuse , they have legitimate concerns over whether or not ...
Continue reading "ALF Eviction Regulations Leave Residents Fearing Retaliation" »
Posted on May 3, 2012 By Scott Distasio
When a person remains in the same position for too long he can develop a pressure ulcer . Wounds can develop when blood flow to an area is reduced or obstructed by unrelieved pressure on flesh that ...
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Posted on Apr 23, 2012 By Scott Distasio
In response to a growing number reports of assisted living facility abuse and the Miami Herald's series on ALF neglect , Florida governor Rick Scott charged a task force with finding solutions to ...
Continue reading "Florida Legislature Fails to Address Assisted Living Facility Neglect Despite Recommendations from the Governor's ALF Task Force" »
Posted on Jan 31, 2012 By Scott Distasio
North Carolina residents of Atria Merrywood Senior Living are under quarantine due to an intestinal illness. According to WBTV , at least two employees and six residents have symptoms of a highly ...
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Posted on Nov 29, 2011 By Scott Distasio
Florida lawmakers are now considering changes to the state's oversight of Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs). According to The Ledger , just months after they reportedly considered stripping more ...
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Posted on Oct 20, 2011 By
Sepsis occurs when an infection reaches the blood stream. It can be caused by many different types of bacteria and can begin in most any organ of the body. Once the infection moves from the place it ...
Continue reading "New Study Shows Older Patients at High Risk of Developing Sepsis" »
Posted on Sep 30, 2011 By
A new report by the Florida Senate Health Regulations Committee details the shortcomings of Florida's oversight of assisted living facilities. Capitol News Service states the report follows a series ...
Continue reading "Florida Senate Report Concludes Florida Isn't Doing Enough to Protect Assisted Living Residents" »
Posted on Aug 29, 2011 By
In recent blogs, I have discussed Governor Scott's Assisted Living Facility (ALF) Task Force and whether or not it will be successful given its makeup . Sunshinestatenews.com reported recently on the ...
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Posted on Aug 11, 2011 By
In the last entry, I discussed Florida Governor Rick Scott's recent decisions regarding Assisted Living Facilities or ALFs. In addition to vetoing legislation that would have helped ALF owners ...
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Posted on Jul 27, 2011 By
An Assisted Living Facility, also known as an ALF, is a place seniors can live that need some assistance with their activities of daily living but do not need enough care to qualify for a nursing ...
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Posted on Jun 30, 2011 By
The Ledger reported that while Governor Scott has only used his veto power six times since taking office, he did veto a measure that would amend the current law regarding background checks for ...
Continue reading "Gov. Scott Vetoes Bill That Would Ease Criminal Background Checks for Those Working With Seniors" »
Posted on Jun 25, 2011 By
The Maplewood Communities Assisted Living Facility chain were informed earlier this month that come August 13 they will no longer be permitted to bill for services under Medicaid. The Miami Herald ...
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Posted on Jun 3, 2011 By
I recently wrote about the funding cuts Florida nursing homes are facing. The severely reduced budgets are particularly worrisome when I consider one of my clients, Theodore Archer. Mr. Archer's ...
Continue reading "A Human Face on the Dangers of Long Term Care Facility Budget Cuts" »
Posted on May 11, 2011 By
Bed handles or rails often seen on hospital and nursing home beds, may be deadly. Some of the bed rails can become separated from the mattress creating a gap that could be slipped into and often ...
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Posted on Mar 2, 2011 By Scott Distasio
Michael Sallah and Carol Miller report in the Miami herald that Florida governor Rick Scott has fired Brian Lee, the chief advocate for long-term care residents. Lee was the director of the Florida ...
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Posted on Feb 21, 2011 By
Regina Daniels, the owner of Seattle Heights Elder Care Home in Seattle, has been charged with criminal mistreatment after a resident in her care died from infected pressure sores. This Assisted ...
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