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
JAclyn Wolski	Laboratory Director or Provider/Supplier Representative	Signed the report
LPN 1		Nurse involved in medication administration error for Resident D
Administrator		Interviewed regarding missing transfer/discharge paperwork

Name	Title	Context
CNA 1		Reported inappropriate conversation by Activity Director about Resident C
Activity Director		Named in resident abuse and discrimination findings related to Resident C
Director of Nursing	Director of Nursing	Interviewed regarding multiple deficiencies including transfer paperwork, staff certifications, infection control, and clinical records
QMA 1		Observed opening medication capsule with bare hands during medication pass
Cook 1		Observed during kitchen sanitation inspection
Dietary Director		Interviewed regarding kitchen sanitation and dishwasher temperature

Name	Title	Context
Jaclyn Wolski	Laboratory Director or Provider/Supplier Representative	Signed the report
Director of Nursing		Named in relation to findings regarding failure to document medication errors and medication administration

Inspection Reports for Valparaiso Senior Village

Inspection Report Summary

Deficiencies (last 4 years)

Deficiencies per year

Census

Census over time

Description
Failure to ensure the Physician or Nurse Practitioner was notified of a laboratory test result in a timely manner.
Failure to ensure a resident's antidepressant medication was not stopped abruptly without indication.
Failure to notify the Nurse Practitioner when a resident's blood pressure was out of parameters per physician's orders.

Description
Failed to ensure the correct dosage of insulin was administered per Physician's Orders during medication administration for Resident D.
Failed to ensure transfer/discharge paperwork was completed for residents discharged to the hospital for 3 of 3 residents reviewed (Residents B, E, and F).

Description
Facility failed to ensure a resident was treated with consideration and respect by a staff member for 1 of 1 residents reviewed for abuse (Resident C).
Facility failed to ensure transfer and discharge paperwork was completed and documented for 2 of 8 resident records reviewed (Residents 4 and 5).
Facility failed to report a COVID-19 outbreak to the State Agency affecting 14 residents.
Facility failed to ensure there was one staff member with current CPR and first aid certificates scheduled for multiple shifts reviewed.
Facility failed to ensure the heating and ventilation system was inspected annually.
Facility failed to ensure pets were up to date on vaccinations for 2 of 4 pet vaccination records reviewed (Room 403).
Facility failed to record weights upon admission and ensure medication self-administration evaluation was completed for 2 of 8 residents reviewed (Residents 2 and 3).
Facility failed to update a Service Plan related to elopement after a resident eloped for 1 of 8 resident records reviewed (Resident 5).
Facility failed to maintain proper kitchen sanitation including low dishwasher temperatures, uncovered dry food storage bins, food touching freezer ceiling, improper thermometer cleaning, and inadequate sanitation bucket levels.
Facility failed to ensure clinical records were complete and accurate related to lack of monitoring a resident on antibiotics and medications not signed out as administered for 2 of 8 records reviewed (Residents 5 and B).
Facility failed to ensure infection control guidelines were implemented including lack of physician orders, family notification, and monitoring for COVID-19 positive residents, and failure to adhere to work restriction guidelines for a COVID-19 positive staff member.
Facility failed to ensure infection control measures were followed related to opening a medication capsule with bare hands during medication pass.
Facility failed to ensure residents had annual signed health statements indicating no evidence of tuberculosis in an infectious stage for 3 of 8 residents reviewed (Residents C, 4, and 5).

Inspection Report Summary

Deficiencies (last 4 years)

Deficiencies per year

Census

Census over time

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