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Vanderbuilt University Medical Center diffuses therapeutic grade essential oils to research the benefits for patients and staff. Listen to their findings.

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:56:28 EST

Have you ever wondered if therapeutic grade essential oils really work when diffusing? Please watch this video.

This video is a news segment about diffusing therapeutic grade essential oils in a hospital setting. Listen to comments regarding the benefits for staff and patients.

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Guardianship

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 10:34:43 EST

People have been inquiring about Guardianships, so we are re-posting this older entry. Call if you have any questions.

A Guardian is a person or institution appointed by the Court to manage the personal or financial affairs of an incompetent person. Guardianship begins with a court petition alleging that the proposed ward is not capable of handling his or her own affairs. It is generally accompanied by a doctor’s report.

After the petition is filed, the Probate Court sends an investigator to interview the proposed ward and advise him or her of his or her legal rights. The ward’s many protective rights include the right to a lawyer.

The court then schedules a public hearing to consider the doctor’s report, the investigator’s report and evidence brought by any interested person. If the Probate Court determines that the ward is incompetent, it must appoint a state resident as Guardian and set the terms of the guardianship.

The many types of guardianships fall into two basic categories: Guardianships of the Person and Guardianships of the Estate. Guardians of the Person manage personal matters such as medical treatment and living arrangements. Guardians of the Estate manage financial matters. The Guardian of the Person and the Guardian of the Estate may be the same person.

The Guardian must take an oath in Probate Court. Guardians of the Estate must post a protective bond and must file an inventory within three months. A full accounting of income and expenses must be filed every two years. With each accounting, the Guardian of the Estate must prove that he or she is in actual possession of the remaining assets. Guardians can only make expenditures of the ward’s funds with the prior approval of the Court.

Be sure to stop by and read more information from Mr. Reckman on "Treatment of Gifts by Medicaid", "Joint Trusts" and "Discretionary Trusts for the Disabled".

Attention: Health Care Providers!

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 10:34:35 EST

Health With Heart takes the "Care Providers" health to heart

As you are probably aware, over the last year Heart with Heart Consulting has taken a more holistic approach to patient centered care.

As care givers, our focus is always on the patient/client, not ourselves. We all preach to the families “You must take care of yourself first, or you will end up sick, stressed out, and/or overwhelmed.” But how often do we take our own advice?

As a fellow healthcare provider for 30 years, I have come to realize I want to expand my focus to help people transition into living a healthier life. That is why I have made the decision to partner Janet Fleshour at Shaklee. After over a year of research (and using the product), I am confident in my decision that Shaklee is not only a way to take care of myself, but also a way of continuing to help in the care of others. I look forward to continuing our journey of “taking life to a higher level” together.

Want to learn more?

Go to www.healthwithheart.myshaklee.com, contact me or call Janet at 513-477-5530.

From one caregiver to another,

Linda Marshall

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Power of Attorney for Healthcare

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 12:40:03 EST

Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana permit individuals to execute Durable Powers of Attorney for Health Care to designate a person to make health care decisions for them if they are unable to speak for themselves. A person signing the Power of Attorney must be competent. The decision maker may not be the attending physician or the administrator of any health care institution involved in the patient’s care. This type of Power of Attorney must also contain a durability clause.

Generally, the decision maker will have the authority to give informed consent, refuse to give informed consent, and to withdraw consent for any medical treatment. However, the person holding the Power of Attorney will NOT be able to refuse or withdraw consent to health care needed to maintain life, except in very limited circumstances. For example, the Attorney-in-Fact would NOT be able to discontinue care for a patient who is expected to recover after heart surgery. Also, the attorney-in-fact may not refuse or withdraw food or water, unless two doctors agree that the patient is terminally ill.

In the case of a permanently unconscious patient who is not terminally ill, food and water may never be withheld unless special language is included in the Health Care Power of Attorney. HIPPA language is also an important component in these documents.

State approved forms can be found at www.proseniors.org in their Law Library.

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Special Types of Guardianships

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 10:10:51 EST

Generally, Ohio Court appointed Guardians are given a moderate range of authority to act on behalf of the Ward. However, Probate Judges may limit the powers of a Guardian, called a "Limited Guardianship". A Limited Guardianship may be appropriate to obtain consent for a specific medical procedure or to manage a specific asset or problem. Ohio law also provides for an "Emergency Guardian" who can be temporarily appointed where it is reasonably certain that there will be immediate injury to the person or estate of the incompetent. The appointment of an emergency Guardian is a confidential proceeding but the accountings are part of the public record.

In addition, Ohio law now permits a "Voluntary Guardianship", or "Conservatorship". This device permits a mentally competent, but physically infirm adult to establish a court appointed Conservator whose powers and duties are much like those of a Guardian. The Conservatorship will terminate at the ward’s request.

While effective and safe, all Guardianships are cumbersome and expensive. Significant costs are incurred through legal and Guardian’s fees, court costs, and bond premiums. Also, the Court will often not approve the transfer of assets which would be advantageous from a Medicaid or estate planning perspective because it would have the effect of depleting the ward’s estate. Therefore, Guardianships are often used when a less intrusive alternative is not available.

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