Few of you may be aware of Gov. Crist's support for the Community Care for the Elderly Program and for restoring cuts made to this program. This program provides vital quality cost-efficient services for the elders. We want the ability to remain in our homes as we age. A few timely services provided by the community can prevent or delay much costlier nursing home care. So I, on behalf of all senior citizens or care givers, recognize Governor Crist's withholding his approval and voting against the cuts. This is a major victory for all and a big thanks to the governor. ...more

January 31, 2009

The average cost of nursing home care in Hernando County is on a par with other facilities throughout Florida and the nation. ...more

January 6, 2009

This is the annual open window period for either signing up for various Medicare programs or to switch from one to another. ...more

December 1, 2008

The monthly premium for the vast majority of the elderly and disabled participating in Medicare will hold steady at $96.40 next year. It's the first time since 2000 that the charge for health coverage is not increasing. ...more

September 20, 2008

After a public hearing for citizen comment, the Sebring City Council will consider Thursday the final rate resolution to implement a fire assessment. ...more

August 26, 2008

that lawsuits and litigation can destroy quality health care, just as it nearly did the nursing homes and assisted living facilities that communities must have to care for their elderly. ...more

June 7, 2008

Regarding "Medicaid Shields Nursing Home Reputations at Patients' Expense" (Our Opinion, Dec. 30: ...more

January 4, 2008