"..... Some you can tell just walking in by the smell that it's no fit place to live."- RNG I agree; especially what you posted about the "better" facilities.
I really do not know which was worse- the "smell" or the smell of Fabreeze(sp?). My staff and I were "responsible" for the State takeover of a chain of Nursing Home/Rehab facilities and their "closure" due to complaints directed to the Ombudsperson assigned to the facility for abuse by virtue of neglect. When I went to places to evaluate a resident the first thing I did walking in the door was take a whiff and assess the direct care staff's attitudes and behaviors when dealing with residents. There were the good, the bad, and the ugly. Some staff were obviously there for the $ and poor $ at the wages the CNA's and HHA's are paid.
Ed- I would talk to your Mom's caseworker about what's going on. It reads to be an "OK" facility. I doubt insurance would pay for a private room ($ and/or "bad" behavior) can get one a private room. I would not encourage "bad" behavior. I would try to talk to the Activities Director too and encourage social activity. Ed a strange question- Check the calendar on the wall in Mom's room and see if it is the correct month.
Buppies- I am surprised that the NWS issued a Winter Weather Watch for my area. This is predominantly a MIdAtlantic and Southern Coastal New England elevation snow/rain event. I do not expect the predicted 4"'s here. Phil may see 8" - 12" based on his elevation and storm track. Two more systems are modeled for March into April. April, historically, has been an active month for coastal storms dropping decent amounts of snow around here.
Randy- Keep it up.... I mean keep up the good work.
Andrew- Good luck with the new tractor.
LS- Good luck with the MCL.
It's hard to think Spring when it is 20F outside and there is +1' of snow on the ground and more anticipated. There is no snow down in the "Valley."
Lately Wifey and I have become "Perry Mason" addicts.
My + thoughts, wishes, and prayer for all.
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