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Which States Have Been Hardest Hit by the Nursing Home Staffing Crisis?
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused nursing home staffing shortages across the United States, even forcing facilities to close.
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Jun 16, 20222 min read


Top Ten Nursing Homes in New York
See the Top 10 List in New York from Caring.com> Of course, when considering a home for your loved one you should also consider factors...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Sep 22, 20201 min read


Four Ways the Coronavirus Pandemic May Affect Long-Term Care Insurance
The coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating impact on the elderly, particularly those in nursing homes and other long-term care facilitie
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Jun 10, 20202 min read


Seniors Who Keep An Active Social Life May Live Longer, Study Finds
Seniors Who Keep An Active Social Life May Live Longer, Study Finds
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Feb 7, 20202 min read


Pressure Ulcers: What You Should Do If You See Them on Your Loved One In A Hospital
Pressure Ulcers and Bedsores can progress quickly and can be deadly. The first thing you should do is remove pressure from the area and...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
May 9, 20182 min read


Senior Citizens update: Puerto Rico. Hurricanes effect on elders
Time’s Running Out For Many Frail, Older People In Puerto Rico Heard on Morning Edition SARAH VARNEY NPR After a lifetime of agricultural...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Apr 3, 20184 min read


Batter up! In the Bronx, Stadium Scents Take Fans Out to the Ballgame
In the Bronx, Stadium Scents Take Fans Out to the Ballgame By COREY KILGANNON MARCH 31, 2018, New York Times Gilbert Marcus, 80, smelled...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Apr 3, 20186 min read


Pressures Sores: Frequently Asked legal questions
Asking questions is important for any consultation. When it comes to pressure sores and bedsores it’s often helpful to read what others...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Feb 3, 20164 min read


What Rights Do Bedsore Victims Have?
You’d be surprised how many times we hear the following from clients…”the nursing home said our dad’s skin condition was broken down and...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
May 8, 20153 min read


New Federal Regulations May Increase Pay for Home Care Workers, But Could Harm Seniors and People wi
A federal regulation scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2015, could force employers to pay previously exempt caregivers the...
Brian A. Raphan, Esq.
Nov 6, 20142 min read
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