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Information and Updates
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day – June 15
Although elder abuse was first recognized in the U.S. in the late 1970's, it
remains in the shadows of the public consciousness. World Elder Abuse Awareness
Day is an opportunity to focus much needed international attention on the
problem. Every community that participates will intensify the message that "our
elders deserve better." For information and ideas, click
here.
2009
Nursing Home Violations page has been updated 6/13/2009.
The Hotline Calls
page has been updated through to Fiscal Year 2008.
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is required by law to maintain an Elder Abuse and Neglect "Hotline" (1-800-392-0210) which can be used by any member of the general public. Anyone who has witnessed or suspects the abuse or neglect of an elderly or disabled individual is asked to report the incident to the State by using the hotline number.
www.211missouri.org:
This website is sponsored by the Missouri United Way. It provides information on
a new resource number you can call to find services in your area of the State of
Missouri. An example is finding a food pantry in your area. If you have a child
with a learning impairment they assist you in finding help. You lose power
during a heat wave or need temporary shelter. A frightened spouse seeks a safe
haven. You need counseling for a troubled teenager. Day care information. A
senior adult wants to volunteer or seek services. You are looking for employment
or a way out of debt.
All you need to call is 2-1-1.
MCQC Honors the Krambecks
After 12 years of serving in various
capacities for the Missouri Coalition for Quality Care, Hank and Phyllis
Krambeck have decided to step down from their activities with the Board. To
honor them, MCQC held a celebration of them on December 13, 2008.
Read more about the Krambeck's and the new
Krambeck Award...
Our
Student News page has been updated with information on some awards and
research being done at Truman State University. Check out our
Eta Sigma Gamma page for more information.
MCQC has appointed
Amy Coffman as Executive Director. Ms. Coffman
began her duties on December 1, 2008.
Resources and Information
www.medicare.gov/nhcom: This website will assist you in finding a nursing
home. You can search by name of nursing home or do a search by zip code to find
a facility. The listing will also show you the governments rating of the nursing
home. It is based on a 5 star rating, with 1 star being poor and 5 stars being
outstanding.
Nursing Home Checklist as
provided by The Dollar Law Firm located in Kansas City Missouri.
If you have questions
about what is a Residential Care Facility? Assisted Living Facilities?
Intermediate Care Facilities? or Skilled Nursing Care, click on the link below
for an explanation. The explanations are from the
Dept of Health and Senior Services.
TOP AND BOTTOM STATES
- In the December 19, 2008 USA Today, they listed the top 10 States with the
highest percentage of 5 Star nursing homes (based on the new Federal Rating
System for nursing homes).
We have more resources
listed on our Resources Page.
2008 winners of the Annual
Vivian J. Roller
Foundation Student Awards Program.
In addition to cash awards from the Roller
Foundation, the Missouri Coalition for Quality Care provided
each student with a certificate and a silver Cross pen. Awards
were presented during a dinner meeting where students were
guests of Roller family members.
Visit our Eta Sigma Gamma page
and see what is happening at Truman State:
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