Question 1

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Accepted Answer

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
 Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
 Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
 State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
 Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
 Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

Question 2

How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Accepted Answer

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Question 3

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

Question 4

How much does this service cost?

Accepted Answer

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

Question 5

What services do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
Senior-focused concierge medicine
Senior-focused nutritionist
Senior-focused personal training
Memory care specialists
Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
Custom hearing aids
Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.

Name	Title	Context
Libby Mellinger	Administrator	Signed the report
	Director of Nursing (DON)	Interviewed regarding service plan deficiencies and medication storage issues
	Licensed Practical Nurse 3 (LPN 3)	Signed service plans for Residents 113 and 114
	Wellness Director	Provided medication storage and labeling policy and responsible for medication cart audits

Name	Title	Context
Libby Mellinger	Administrator	Signed the report.
Employee 12	LPN	Employee allowed to work without completed fingerprint background check.
Food Service Employee 7		Observed touching resident's food with ungloved and unwashed hands.
QMA 9	Qualified Medical Aide	Reviewed medication cart and medication storage, identified medication labeling and expiration issues.
Executive Director	Executive Director	Provided information and interviews related to deficiencies and policies.
Dietary Manager	Dietary Manager	Provided information on food handling and kitchen observations.
Wellness Coordinator	Wellness Coordinator	Interviewed regarding medication administration errors.

Inspection Reports for Traditions at North Willow

Inspection Report Summary

Deficiencies (last 3 years)

Deficiencies per year

Census

Census over time

Description
Facility failed to ensure signed service plans were in place for 2 of 5 residents reviewed (Resident 113 and Resident 114).
Facility failed to store medications appropriately and failed to date and label medications for 2 of 2 medication carts and 1 medication room observed.

Description
Failed to submit an Alzheimer's/Dementia Special Care Unit disclosure form in a timely manner for 44 residents on the dementia unit.
Failed to obtain fingerprints as part of a background check prior to allowing an employee to work.
Failed to ensure food was served under sanitary conditions related to hand hygiene while serving lunch.
Failed to hold blood pressure medication per parameters for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for medication errors.
Failed to ensure all foods were labeled, dated, and sealed; emergency food supplies were inadequate; and trash cans were open in the kitchen.
Failed to ensure medication open dates were correct, medications were not expired, and resident medication had only one pharmacy label for 3 of 13 medications reviewed.

Inspection Report Summary

Deficiencies (last 3 years)

Deficiencies per year

Census

Census over time

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