We can’t always control when and where a loved one goes into a nursing home or assisted living facility. In a perfect world, we would have unlimited time, money, and information with which to make the best, safest choice. Unfortunately, this is not a perfect world, so we must make the best decisions we can, […]
What do nursing homes owners fear most? A panel of eight citizens hearing a case of nursing home abuse and neglect. That’s why they try to keep themselves out of court by enforcing nursing home arbitration clauses. What is arbitration? Arbitration is a way to settle disputes; it’s an alternative to bringing cases before a […]
What is the difference between generic versus brand name drugs? The difference between generic and brand name prescription drugs is the inactive ingredients. These may include color, shape, taste, preservatives and packaging. Both generic and brand name drugs must contain the same active ingredients, dosage form, concentration, and route of administration. How can you find […]
What is a power of attorney? A power of attorney (POA) is a document that gives authority or power to a designated person to act on your behalf when you cannot. Is there more than one type of POA? Yes. There are a few types of POAs for different situations. A financial POA allows someone […]