20 Common Nursing Home Problems - and How to Resolve Them, July 2015

Includes a brief introduction to Medicare & Medicaid, 20 problems common to nursing facilities & suggestions as how to resolve them.

Can my mom have a private nursing home room even though she depends on Medicaid funding? August 22, 2013

Information on qualifying for a private nursing home room if on Medicaid funding

Nursing Home: Residents on Medicare, November 4, 2013

Important Information About Drug Coverage For Nursing Home Residents on Medicare. While you live in a nursing home you can enroll in, or change, Medicare drug plans at ANY TIME with SHIIP help.

Your Guide to Choosing a Nursing Home, March 2014

This booklet explains how to find and compare nursing homes and other long-term care options; how to pay for nursing home care; your rights as a nursing home resident and alternatives to nursing home care. Not all nursing homes are certified to participate in Medicare or Medicaid.

SHIIP Nursing Facility Notice, June 29, 2012

Important information about drug coverage for Nursing Home residents on Medicare

What is an Ombudsman? 2014

The focus of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman’s Office is to advocate for the rights and wishes of residents and tenants in long-term care. In fact, resident’s rights are guaranteed by the federal 1987 Nursing Home Reform Law. This law requires nursing facilities to promote and protect the rights of each resident and places a strong emphasis on individual dignity and self-determination. Iowa has incorporated these rights into state law for residential care and nursing facility residents, assisted living and elder group home tenants. The Long-Term Ombudsman helps residents, tenants, and their families and friends understand and exercise these guaranteed rights. The Long-Term Care Ombudsman’s responsibilities are outlined in Title VII of the Older Americans Act.

Resident Rights, March 26, 2015

Resident rights are guaranteed by the Federal 1987 Nursing Home Reform Law and Iowa Code. It requires long-term care facilities to promote and protect the rights of residents and places a strong emphasis on individual dignity and self-determination. Staff shall provide privacy and maintain dignity and respect. Residents shall be free from abuse and restraints. Residents may participate in planning of care and medical treatment.

What is the Medicaid Elderly Waiver Program, 2015

Medicaid Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Elderly Waiver Program. The Elderly Waiver Program provides services and supports to older Iowans who are medically qualified for the level of care provided at a nursing facility (but do not wish to live in a nursing home); are 65 years of age or older; and eligible for Medicaid.