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The Disabilities Act in the Workplace

Posted by admin | Care & Support, Disability Care, Other | Posted on August 8th, 2010

Having a disability or knowing someone you love with a disability can be a difficult situation to deal with. There are many obstacles and challenges to overcome when a loved one must operate their life with a handicap. In most cases though the handicap is an obstacle but does allow for the person to live a life of quality and sustenance. In keeping with that spirit of making sure that persons with handicaps receive the same treatment that everyone else receives the government has often stepped in to set up and then revise the Americans with Disabilities Act or the ADA as it is otherwise known. One of the more recent signings of this act was in 1990.

The president at that time George H. Bush signed into law the effect. The long title for this law was “An Act to Establish a clear and comprehensive prohibition of discrimination on the basis of disability.” The shorter version of this act is known now as the ADA.

Basically what this law indicates is that a person with disabilities is not allowed to be discriminated against based on their handicap. So a person with a disability is not allowed to be fired or not hired to a job solely based on their physical disadvantage. However, if the sole function of the job is not in cooperation with abilities of the handicap person then there is basis to not be employed at that job. This is simply a way to keep employers honest about how they are hiring.

Those people in the handicap community are often discriminated against as there is stigma that they can’t do their jobs as effectively as those who are not handicapped. This of course is not correct and so the act has tried to make a much more comfortable work place for those people. The act also states that people who are physically limited should have handicap accessible equipment and access at work in order for them to be able to function in their environment. Things such as wheelchair ramps and handicap stalls were to be installed.

Understanding Disability with an Online Healthcare Management Degree

Posted by admin | Care & Support, Disability Care | Posted on August 7th, 2010

Disability and Its Perceived Image in Society

Disability is a topic of discussion that many people who have experienced it in some way are very serious and passionate about. They understand the challenges disabled people face and have a heart to help in any way they can. There are many disability programs that educate the general public on the benefits available for disabled people. The programs provide general information detailing how to successfully care for a person who has challenges resulting from a physical injury or psychological incident leading to the inability to function normally.

Researching Disability Information Online

Patients and family members of disabled individuals can find an assortment of information online to help them as they cope with the disability. Many online portals, including medical facilities, universities, and online libraries, have a wealth of knowledge about disabilities. Information is usually broad, but a thorough research of the sites can help in getting more specific information about particular disabilities. Physicians and psychologists write some of the information on the sites. A person can find research papers about disability on these sites. Students who have earned an online healthcare management degree from schools that emphasize focus on medical ailments and conditions also provide content.

Educating and Helping Persons with Disabilities

Patients who have a disability issue are helped tremendously by  Educational materials and resources can help patients who have a disability issue. These sources can offer step-by-step ways to apply for benefits. Some sources focus on disability rights. It’s advantageous for the individual to stay abreast of any changes and developments in disability laws. If there are any changes in disability benefits, case workers who manages the file will send patients letters about the change. It’s in the best interest of patients to stay as knowledgeable as possible about the laws that affect them and the condition.

Easy Steps for Dealing with the Wheelchair

Posted by admin | Care & Support, Disability Care, Rehab | Posted on August 5th, 2010

One of the more difficult things to do when dealing with a newly disabled person in your life is finding a way to accommodate them in your home. When you first bought your home you never envisioned it would have to be equipped for your loved one who is now going to be using a wheelchair for the long term. But life changes and so does the circumstances.

Dealing with a wheelchair in the home is not only an emotional and mental adjustment but in order to do it right it is a financial adjustment as well. But sometimes it’s not easy to make all the adjustments necessary at one time so sometimes you have to improvise. A few simple steps can make your home wheelchair friendly and without hurting you too much in the pocket book.

Adding a rail to the bathroom can be a quick and painless fix. You can go to a local hardware store or a home medical supply store and find a metal rail which you could install in your home for under 30 dollars. All you will need is an electric drill. You can place a rail by the toilet and on the inside of the shower.

Moving products on shelves to a lower location is easy and doesn’t necessarily require any other tools. Simply removing useful items from the top of cabinets and putting them underneath counters or on counter tops can create a comfort for your disabled loved one by making everything they need in the home within reach.

If you are going to make adjustments then you might need to accommodate for the stairs. If your loved one used to occupy a bedroom upstairs then you might want to do your best and swap rooms in order to keep them on the level floor. This can be a big sacrifice for everyone involved but it can make the ease of living with a wheelchair improve. A few simple adjustments and you can make a tough situation much more manageable and comfortable for your loved one.

Disability Act in Public Places

Posted by admin | Disability Care | Posted on July 20th, 2010

Being handicapped or having a disability can be a difficult thing for someone to have to go through. One of the biggest advocate of disabled persons rights over the years has been the United States federal government. The U.S has done its best to protect the rights of those with limitations.

In 1990 the government passed the Americans with Disabilities Act and made it that those with disabilities would have to be given the same treatment as those who had no discernable limitations. One of the primary areas of focus was in public places such as movie theaters and professional and government buildings.

In the past, prior to this groundbreaking law being put into effect a company or business could install handicap accessible equipment and features but it was strictly up to the judgement of the company itself. What this meant going forward was if you had a building that wasn’t handicap accessible then it was required that anyone making the decision to use your facility(for whatever the intended purpose was) who had a physical limitation would not be able to be refused service and would be accommodated to the fullest extent the business could allow.

This meant that if you ran a movie theater that did not have a ramp for a wheelchair but rather a set of stairs then you could not turn away a handicapped person from your facility but rather you may have to help them up the stairs or allow them to use a easier entrance into the theater.

This Act also was groundbreaking literally. It stated that if you were building “new construction” that you would have no choice but to comply with a list of laws stated in the Disabilities Act. This meant that you would have to make sure that your building was equipped with things that gave ease of access to handicapped people such as wheelchair ramps(where stairs are used) or elevators(where multiple flights of stairs are used) and handicapped stalls on the new construction. Anything the government could do to make the life of a handicapped person a little easier.

How to Have Medicare Pay for Equipment

Posted by admin | Disability Care, Medication | Posted on April 10th, 2010

When taking on the responsibility of caring for a loved one with a handicap or a disability there are a lot of things to keep in mind and cost is at the forefront of those things. Many disabled people have a hard time finding steady work and that means that the onus of the financial burden can lay on you and your family.

Of all the costs of taking care of a loved one, the cost of home medical equipment can be the most daunting and the most taxing. Many people know that Medicare can cover a lot of costs for medical equipment but very few know how to get them to pay for it. There are a few steps you might want to be aware of.

The first and best thing to do is get a written prescription from a doctor for whatever equipment you might need. It does not matter if the equipment is covered or not, having a prescription is paramount to getting it covered. You cannot get a piece of equipment covered by Medicare without it. S

So once you have the written script you should head to a home medical supply store. A regular retail pharmacy may not be equipped or familiar with billing to Medicare for home medical equipment. A home medical supply store does that and only that. They can tell you right off the bat if the piece of equipment is covered or not.

Occasionally Medicare will want to speak with your physician before paying for a piece of equipment. For instance if the doctor is writing a script for a home blood pressure monitor Medicare may want to speak with the doctor to figure out if the blood pressure monitor is needed. Hypertension might not be a necessity to have a blood pressure monitor but Medicare will cover if your loved one is suffering from a renal disease.

Home medical equipment can be costly but it doesn’t have to be if you are smart and look into Medicare to pay for it.

Choosing a Nurse for Disability Care

Posted by admin | Care & Support, Disability Care, Hospital | Posted on March 10th, 2010

When dealing with a loved one who is no longer able to care for themselves there are a lot of important decisions to make about their care. Many people find that they feel more comfortable keeping their loved ones close and opting not to enter them in to a long term care facility. This of course means that if they are going to do it at home they will need some assistance in caring for that person. That gives them two options: hiring a professional nurse, or looking into a family friend to care for them.

While a family friend or someone of that nature would certainly be a caring individual, for the best care possible you want to go with a professional nurse. The most important reason is that they have had a great amount of professional training to deal with any situation that can arise. If the patient were to fall or begin running a fever or perhaps have difficulty breathing then they will want a trained professional. The precious moments waiting for the ambulance to arrive can be best served by someone who is medically trained to help.

A nurse is going to have a better grasp on how to communicate with a doctor or a pharmacy. When a doctor calls the house to speak about the condition of the patient its best to have someone who is able to clearly articulate the condition of the patient and fully understand the doctors orders on how to improve the condition of the disabled loved one.

A nurse is also able to do things like call in medication for a doctor. Sometimes getting a doctor to call the house and then getting them to call the pharmacy can be tougher than it should be. A nurse can, with the permission of the doctor, call in a pharmacy and order medication. A doctor may not feel comfortable asking a family friend to do the same thing.

Taking care of disabled loved one can be a difficult job and that’s why it helps to have a trained professional to do the job.

Transitioning into Caring for a Handicapped Loved One

Posted by admin | Care & Support, Disability Care, Medication | Posted on February 10th, 2010

Being born with a disability or ending up with one at some point in a person’s life is one of the hardest things they would ever have to deal with. One of the things they don’t talk about is the strain and stress that such a disability can put on their loved ones. You may be going through something like this and perhaps such an unfortunate event is recent in your life. There is a lot of questions you may have and a lot of concerns and fears as you being to care for someone with a disability or physical handicap. Just understand that there are a few things to navigate through and everything will be made a lot easier.

Understanding that the person you are going to be caring for is going through a lot. When someone you love attempts to resume a normal life only to find that there life is no longer “normal” in the way they remember it can be so difficult to deal with. You certainly want the transition to be smooth but you have to know that while they deal with this that there is going to be a lot of anger and resentment and frustration as they get comfortable in their new skin.

Another thing to remember is that there is more than enough help out there. The Web is full of places to go for tips and advice as well as there a millions of stores and service companies ready to help you find what you need to make your home and your life more accessible to your disabled loved one. And to remember above all else that you have family around for not just moral support but more tangible help taking care of your disabled loved one. Sometimes it’s easy to want to be the one who carries the burden on your shoulders but it doesn’t have to be that way. You don’t have to go through it alone. Patience and being a bit resourceful can be everything you need to make the transition easier.

Paying a Family Friend for Disabled Health Care

Posted by admin | Care & Support, Disability Care, Medication | Posted on February 10th, 2010

If you have made the decision to bring in outside help to aid you in taking care of your disabled loved one. Perhaps you have decided to do go against the traditional idea of hiring a health care professional and went instead with a personal family friend to help out in the care. This can be a wonderful choice as the disabled loved one may feel more comfortable having someone they know and trust taking care of them. The question becomes: how do you fairly compensate them for their services?

First let’s assume that part of the decision making process that led you to go with a family friend over a health care professional was a financial consideration. You liked the idea of being able to save a dollar. Paying a family friend what you could pay a health care professional might not be the best way to spend your money.

Assuming you’re going to pay them less let’s put the minimum for a health care professional at 40,000 dollars a year. While it might be hard to set up a salary rate what might be easier is to set an hourly rate. This way you are only compensating them for the hours they work. This will also give you the opportunity to adjust their hourly rate as their length of service increases.

You need to be up front with the person you are hiring and gauge their salary expectations. Sometimes they are in a special financial position where they may be looking for less than you are actually willing to pay. This could be due to the fact that they are just looking for part time work or for money for things like tuition and books. Whatever it is make sure you have a system to record their hours and a pay schedule so they know they are going to be paid.

If you are going to pay a family friend to care a disabled loved one then make sure you are doing what’s best for your loved one and for your financial future.

Talking to Your Loved One About Long Term Care

Posted by admin | Care & Support, Disability Care, Medication | Posted on February 10th, 2010

When taking care of a loved one who is handicapped or is disabled there comes some very difficult moments. Let’s say the person is recently disabled and they have been living at home with you for some time but it is getting to the point where you can no longer provide them with the level of care that they need, it might be time to send them to a long term care facility.

This, for anyone who has ever had to do it, is a difficult conversation to have with a loved one. Many people are uncomfortable with the idea of going into a home for the rest of their lives. So if you are going to have this conversation then it is important to do it right.

First you need to explain to them the full situation. Let them know how the situation has progressed from your standpoint. Tell them why it was easier at first and why now it has become too much. Sometimes it is hard for the disabled person to see how caring for them has gotten to be a bigger obstacle or burden.

Explain to them how caring for them has meant the world to you. People who are in the position to be cared for often see themselves as a burden and so when you tell them you are sending them elsewhere they see it as you confirming they are a burden. Make sure you explain to them that caring for them has been a special relationship for you and that you were happy to do it but the time has come where they need better care than you can give them.

If they are able to be of sound mind then it is important to let them know that you want them to be a part of the decision making process of selecting a facility. This will give the disabled loved one a chance to feel like they are in control. The process of going to a long term care facility can be difficult but the conversation itself doesn’t have to be.