Long Term Care: Consumer Information



WAHSA's Letter to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (posted July 22, 2008)

Standing the Test of Time

  • Aging Services: The Not-for-Profit Difference

     2007 Executive Summary Prepared by My InnerView
  • This report provides information needed to initiate quality improvement efforts, track referral sources, improve staff recruitment and retention, and evaluate outcomes of previous initiatives.

    WAHSA's Assisted Living Document: A Discussion on the Differences Between AL and Nursing Homes
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    For comprehensive glossary of the acronyms and terms used in long term care, click here.

    The Bureau of Quality Assurance now has printed brochures available for families to use when evaluating and selecting a nursing home or community based residential facility. These brochures can also be found on the Internet at this address: www.dhfs.state.wi.us/programs.htm

    For comprehensive information on senior housing and services, click here.

    ILC Glossary of Internet Terms

    What is the Internet?

    Overview of Payers for Long Term Care Services

    Being (Penny) Wise with Your Prescriptions

    Managed Care and Me

    Advance Directives

    Community Leisure Activities

    Finding the Right Care and Care Planning

    An Ounce of Prevention: Flu Shots and More

    Avoiding Scam Artists

    Insurance: Medical and Long Term Care

    The Normal Aging Process

    Home Safety for Older Adults

    Cooking for One or Two

    Staying Active: A Guide for Individuals over 50

    Successful Retirement

    Caring for the Care Provider


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    Telephone: (608)255-7060 FAX:(608)255-7064