Lauren Ellerman

I know that many American families have seen this pattern: 1. Loved one requires more care than family can give and loved one enters assisted living facility or nursing home.2. Loved one is not adjusting well and within months, is diagnosed with depression.3. Loved one is given “anti-depressants” to “help”…

I know, who wants to read the blog of a bragger… But it’s true. We warned you! We told you that folks needed to be extra diligent when it came to their medication.MSNBC Health is reporting today “When It Comes to Prescription Drugs, Get Smart”A well-informed consumer will be a…

I have received calls before, where potential clients ask if they can join a class action suit against a nursing home.I often explain that we evaluate every case on its merits and don’t file federal class action claims, etc.BUT it looks like a few chain facilities are faced with both…

This week I wrote about the importance of insurance. In our small City, Roanoke, there is a coalition for responsible health care trying to protect the public from increased health care prices set by a large local hospital system.In today’s paper is an article on the Coaltion. Roanoke Times reporter…

I am not pro-insurance companies, trust me – but having health insurance in the United States is becoming increasingly important.My Mom was on a drug for MS for many years. Without insurance, it was over $300 a week! Not only did her insurance pay for it, but the insurance company…

My brother is in town and first thing upon arrival, ran to the pharmacy to get some cold medicine.PLEASE FOLKS – tell your doctors if you are taking over the counter meds, supplements, vitamins etc. What if they prescribe a medication that has known problems with your fav cold medicine?…