by admin | Mar 31, 2005 | News
A big victory in the House for the nursing home industry, which succeeds in keeping nursing homes from provisions of the insurance reform bill. Bill sponsor Richard Byrd of Kirkwood argues unsuccessfully during floor debate that nursing homes should be required to...
by admin | Jul 12, 2004 | Health / Medicine
State officials have a summer suggestion for Missourians: make sure to plan a trip to the nursing home to see loved ones when making vacation plans. The transition from home to a nursing home or other long-term care facility can be eased by frequent visits from family...
by admin | Apr 20, 2004 | News
Nursing homes in Missouri would get more Medicaid money under a bill heading to the Governor after it breezes through the House. Sponsor Charles Portwood of Ballwin wants to increase the amount of money it gives nursing homes for maintaining beds for Medicaid...
by admin | Sep 8, 2003 | Health / Medicine
Governor Bob Holden has expanded the call for the special legislative session that’s underway today at the State Capitol. In addition to his request for more dollars for public schools, the Governor is asking the General Assembly to allow for technical changes...
by admin | Jun 16, 2003 | Politics / Govt
Governor Bob Holden has signed into law nursing home reform legislation which gives greater protections for senior citizens residing in long-term care facilities. It holds nursing home executives and employees accountable for neglect abuse. In addition, it requires...
