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Vaccinations in North Carolina Nursing Homes began December 28. CVS estimates that all 128,000 residents and workers in long term care facilities in the state will receive their initial shot and booster within 12 weeks.
Liisa Ogburn
With the inability to tour places, how does one pick their three top choices for rehab upon discharge from the hospital?
Many states have understandably closed Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care communities to all visitors. Is there anything families seeking placement can do until it's possible to tour again?
One in ten long term care facilities in the US currently have coronavirus cases. How can you find out if your spouse or loved one is living in one?
Different circumstances can require the need for a rapid placement in Assisted Living or Memory Care. One common hold-up can be getting a TB test. Here is what you need to know.
End-of-life decisions can be fraught if one doesn't know their parent's wishes are or if there is disagreement among siblings. A letter, such as the one shared here written by a wisened physician, can help.
A pilot program to help people recover from a traumatic brain injury at home could go statewide.
Rick Armstrong, producer, and Kathyrn Brown, anchor/reporter
Senior Living Advisors from national chains may advertise their services as "free." In reality, they are paid (and incentivized) by the community where they place their clients. Over time, this "free" service may cost a client thousands in unanticipated care costs.
Touring retirement communities is not so different from touring colleges: glossy brochures, enthusiastic tour directors, impressive benefits. Here are some tips on how to differentiate options.
