The TPOPP form for nursing home residents is essential, and it’s different from advance directives. Families can use it to honor loved ones’ wishes in a crisis. At VOYCE’s Empower and Protect Long-Term Care Conference on July 10, Dr. Charles Crecelius gave a powerful presentation on the importance of a critical document every nursing home…
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By Marjorie Moore, Executive Director (through August 8) After nearly six unforgettable years, I will be stepping down as Executive Director of VOYCE on August 8. Leading VOYCE through this chapter has been one of the greatest honors of my life. Together with our dedicated staff, board, and community, we’ve faced immense challenges and made…
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Understanding nursing home discharge rules can help protect your loved one from being moved unsafely or without the proper process. If you or a loved one is facing a nursing home discharge, it’s important to know this: you have rights. While some discharges are necessary or even welcomed, others may come unexpectedly or feel unfair….
Read MoreWhen a loved one moves into a nursing home, families want to know they’re safe and well cared for. In recent years, many have turned to electronic monitoring, like cameras in resident rooms, as a way to gain peace of mind. Fortunately, nursing home camera laws in Missouri support this approach. In 2020, the state…
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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….
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