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Updated: 10:20 PM Sep 2, 2009
Nursing Home Programs
AARP Florida is teaming up with American Eldercare to find more state dollars for programs that keep seniors out of nursing homes.
Posted: 10:20 PM Sep 2, 2009 |
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AARP Florida is teaming up with American Eldercare to find more state dollars for programs that keep seniors out of nursing homes.
The groups conducted a poll showing seven out of 10 Florida voters support the Nursing Home Diversion Program.
Robert Schemel, President of American Eldercare, says the program is cheaper than sending patients to a nursing home.
“This is approximately 1/3 the cost of keeping someone in a nursing home. It crosses all lines, Democrats, Republicans, male, female, all age groups. A very high percentage would really rather see people have a choice and stay in their homes rather than the elderly be forced to stay in a nursing home.”
American Eldercare is Florida largest contractor for the Nursing Home Diversion Program. The company helps 15-thousand Floridians remain in their homes.
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