Struggling with nursing home roommate problems? Learn your rights and discover how VOYCE’s ombudsman program can help you resolve conflicts and protect your peace of mind. Nursing Home Roommate Problems: What You Can Do Living in a nursing home comes with adjustments, and one of the most common challenges residents face is sharing a room….
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In a recent episode of We’re at the Age, hosts Marjorie Moore and Melody Fox sat down with Dr. Maurya D. Cockrell, a death doula and founder of Leaves Speak Healthcare, to answer an important question: What is a death doula? From legacy planning to grief rituals, this episode is all about embracing end-of-life conversations…
Read MoreResidents in long-term care are among the most vulnerable during emergencies. Many live with physical or cognitive limitations that prevent them from responding to crises on their own. Federal guidelines require all nursing homes to have a written emergency preparedness plan, but not all plans are detailed, up to date, or well communicated to families….
Read MoreHonoring ALS Awareness Month May is ALS Awareness Month, a time to recognize those living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and the families who support them. ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects a person’s ability to move, speak, and eventually breathe on their own. Because of the complex and evolving care needs, understanding…
Read MoreAt VOYCE, we believe that taking control of your future starts with a conversation — and sometimes that conversation needs to be about getting a will. In a recent episode of We’re at the Age, Melody Fox and Marjorie Moore sat down with estate attorney and former VOYCE board member, Brian Quinn of Quinn Estate…
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April 11 was World Parkinson’s Day, a time to raise awareness about Parkinson’s disease and the unique challenges individuals with this condition face. Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, balance, and coordination. As the disease advances, many individuals require long-term care in a nursing home or assisted living facility. However, not all…
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The recent closure of the Administration for Community Living (ACL) within the federal Department of Health and Human Services is a devastating loss for older adults, people with disabilities, and their caregivers. The ACL was created in 2012 to ensure that older adults and people with disabilities could live independently and with dignity by bringing…
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