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Free hospital and nursing home care
(Separate Website)
Many health facilities must give health care to some people who cannot afford to pay. Here is how it works.
By: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Guide to long-term health care insurance
(Separate Website)
This type of insurance covers services needed by people with chronic illness or disability. Check out the costs, limitations and exclusions, and coverage options you need.
By: Federal Citizen Information Center
Helping you choose quality home care and hospice services
(Separate Website)
This is a list of questions to help you get the information you need. You can also check to see if a facility is approved by JCAHO using their Quality Check.
By: Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO)
Helping you choose quality long term health care
(Separate Website)
This is a list of questions to ask when you visit the center(s) you are considering. You can also check to see if a nursing home, skilled nursing facility, or long term care facility is approved by JCAHO using their Quality Check.
By: Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO)
Home and Community Based Health Care Services for Adults with Disabilities and Older People PDF Health Law Brochure
Important Information About Your Florida Medicaid Prescription Drug Benefits Important Information About Your Florida Medicaid Prescription Drug Benefits
By: Florida Legal Services, Inc.
Nursing home issues
(Separate Website)
Helpful information on choosing and evaluating a nursing home, talking with family about placement, resident rights and resolving disputes.
By: Elder Law Answers
Nursing home resident rights
(Separate Website)
A list of your rights if you live in a nursing home.
By: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Nursing Homes PDF NURSING HOMES
By: Florida Rural Legal Services - Lakeland
Nursing Homes - The Resident's Rights PDF - Housing Brochure.
By: Florida Rural Legal Services - Lakeland
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