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BostonThe Landmark at Longwood

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Fall RiverThe Landmark at Fall River

400 Columbia Street

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HopkintonGolden Pond Assisted Living

50 West Main Street

Hopkinton, MA 01748

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NorthbridgeWhitney Place at Northbridge

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The month of March is dedicated

to colorectal cancer awareness.

With appropriate screening tests,

we can detect and treat colorectal

cancer in its early stages and

increase survival rates. According

to the American Cancer Society,

colorectal cancer is the third most

common cancer, affecting one in

18 Americans. It is the second

leading cause of cancer death for

both men and women in the United

States.

Colorectal cancer refers to can-

cer of the colon or rectum. While

the exact cause of colorectal cancer

is unknown, the following risk fac-

tors may increase the chance that a

person will develop this disease.

• Age. The odds of developing

colorectal cancer increase after

age 50. Over 90 percent of peo-

ple diagnosed with colorectal

cancer are age 50 or older, al-

though it can occur at any age.

• Family history. Having close

relatives (parents, siblings or

children) who have been diag-

nosed with colorectal cancer in-

creases your risk; therefore,

earlier and more frequent

screenings may be recom-

mended by your physician.

• Personal history of colorectal

polyps, colorectal or other types

of cancer. A polyp is a growth

that develops on the inner lining

of the colon or rectum. Some

polyps may become cancerous.

If you’ve been diagnosed with

colorectal cancer in the past, the

disease may reoccur. Women

who have a history of ovarian,

uterine, or breast cancer have a

higher risk of developing col-

orectal cancer.

Other risk factors include un-

healthy eating, lack of exercise,

smoking, and bowel disorders such

as Crohn’s disease. Although some

risk factors such as your age and

family history cannot be avoided,

other factors are within your con-

trol. Choosing to follow a healthy

lifestyle may help lower your risk

of developing colorectal cancer.

Screening tests for colorectal

cancer help save lives by discover-

ing the disease early. In fact, when

detected early, the five-year sur-

vival rate is 90 percent or greater.

Beginning at age 50, both men and

women should follow one of the

following testing schedules. Doc-

tors may recommend one or more

of these for younger people with

certain risk factors as well:

• Fecal occult blood test. This

test determines if there is blood

in the stool. If present, more

testing is usually required to lo-

cate the source of the bleeding.

Recommended once every year.

• Flexible sigmoidoscopy. A

thin, illuminated tube is used to

screen the rectum and the lower

section of the colon for cancer or

polyps. Recommended every

five years.

• Double-contrast barium

enema. For this test, the colon is

expanded so that X-rays may be

taken of the colon and rectum.

Recommended every five years.

• Colonoscopy. The entire colon

is screened for cancer, and if polyps

are found, they can be removed

for testing during this procedure.

Recommended every 10 years.

• Virtual colonoscopy. This is a

new, less-invasive procedure.

However, if polyps are found, a

conventional colonoscopy must

be scheduled. Recommended

every five years.

Colorectal cancer may not

present symptoms in its earliest

stages. However, as the cancer

progresses, the following

symptoms may develop:

• Irregular bowel habits, includ-

ing constipation and diarrhea

• A constant feeling that you

need to have a bowel movement

• Rectal bleeding or bloody

stools

• Frequent stomach pains or

cramps

If you or a loved one is at risk for

developing colorectal cancer or ex-

hibits symptoms of the disease,

don’t hesitate to discuss your con-

cerns with a physician. With col-

orectal cancer, early screenings can

translate into saved lives.

I find that patients are always

anxious about colonoscopies and

delay their first screening proce-

dures due to their concerns. I en-

courage patients to openly discuss

these concerns with me. In my ex-

perience, patients are quite relieved

after a screening colonoscopy is

completed and if polyps are found

and removed, they are very grateful

to have pursued the test.

For more information on col-

orectal cancer or screening tests

speak with your doctor. If you need

help finding a doctor, visit

www.steward.org/doctorfinder, or

call 1-800-488-5959.

Early detection is key to fightingcolorectal cancer


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Coverys 27

EMA 7

GNYHA Services 9

Golden Pond 17

Hospital for Special Care 28

Keystone Financial Services 26

Landmark Senior Living Communities 13

MedExcel 3

The Mercy Community 11

Metro West Medical Billing 12

NorthWest Seminars 20

Planetree 21

Prospect House 15

Resource Directory 24

Ruth’s House 17

Sacred Heart University 19

Salmon Family & Retirement 5

Shrewsbury Children’s Center 21

Southgate 15

Sun Home Loans 23

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Waveny Care Network 2

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By Jim StankiewiczGeneral Manager

In a most challenging year most people are poised to cut back on traditionalholiday expenditures.I was recalling some memories growing up when things seemed very tightand our family seemed to almost become closer. One such year when I wasabout 11 years old I joined my three sisters and brother in the downstairs areaof our home in Newburgh. We made Christmas tree decorations out of con-struction paper and glitter and my Mom popped a bunch of popcorn and wespray painted string of popcorn gold for garland. When I look back it was oneof the most memorable Christmases we shared. There was spirit of beingtogether.This was when I realized it wasn't about what gifts we received or who hadthe best light show on the block. It really is about spending quality time withpeople you love. It's about helping others less fortunate then your self.With the events of this year you can't help think that there is a new opportu-nity to enjoy the basics. Are there seniors who need a little attention? What canwe do for those hospitalized around the holidays? What can we do for thetroops risking their lives at holidays for our freedom?I want to thank all of our loyal customers for their support in 2008. I wish allof our readers a very memorable and meaningful holiday season!

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Senior Citizens have major concerns about Obamacare and for good reason!Most of the savings over the 10 initial years is to shave off an estimated $575 billion to the Medicare

program. Parts of the massive law are designed to appeal to seniors, yet Medicare is already burdened by anunfolded liability of $38 trillion.

Unless Medicare savings are captured and reinvested back into the Medicare program, it will continue todecline.

Medicare drug coverage under Obamacare provides a $250 rebate for seniors who fall into the “donut hole”and requires drug companies to provide a 50 percent discount on brand name prescriptions filled in the hole.

Obamacare has imposed a tax (a “fee”) on the sale of these brand name drugs in Medicare and othergovernment health programs, ranging from $2.5 billion in 2011 to $4.1 billion in 2018. Meanwhile, the lawwill freeze payments to Medicare Advantage plans and restrict physicians from referring seniors in Medicareto specialty hospitals where physicians have an ownership interest. This year, the law eliminates the taxdeductibility of the generous federal subsidy for employers who provide drug coverage for retirees. This couldfurther undercut provision of employment-based prescription drug coverage for seniors.

Hospitals and Doctors are forced to comply with the new rules and sometimes are forced to reducereimbursement for treating senior citizens.

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Gerardi Hosts Webinar for theEmergency Medicine PatientSafety Foundation (EMPSF)

Michael Gerardi, MD, FACEP, pre-sented a webinar entitled, “Safetyin Pediatric Emergency Medicine”for the Emergency Medicine Pa-tient Safety Foundation (EMPSF)Oct. 30, 2012.

Dr. Gerardi is a member of the fac-ulty of the Department of Emer-gency Medicine at Morristown(N.J.) Medical Center; a senior vicepresident with Emergency MedicalAssociates; and a member of theBoard of Directors of the AmericanCollege of Emergency Physicians(ACEP).

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Stuhlmiller Co-Authors Chaptersin Commission on Accreditationof Medical Transport SystemsTextbook

David Stuhlmiller, MD, FACEP,CMTE, co-authored two chaptersin the Commission on Accredita-tion of Medical Transport Systemstextbook. The first surroundedmeasurement and data titled“Safety and Quality in MedicalTransport Systems. Creating an Ef-fective Culture” and the secondchapter emphasized Essentials oflearning and improvement “Safetyand Quality in Medical TransportSystems. Creating an Effective Cul-ture.”

Dr. Stuhlmiller is a partner ofEmergency Medical Associatesand chairman of the department ofemergency medicine at NewtonMedical Center, Newton, N.J.

Weinberg Serves as Faculty atBase Camp 2013

Eric Weinberg, MD, served as amember of the faculty for BaseCamp, a multidisciplinary confer-ence for first-year pediatric emer-gency medicine fellows andpediatric emergency nurses. Theconference was held February 9-10, 2013, at Weill Cornell MedicalCollege in New York City.

Dr. Weinberg served as the facili-tator throughout the day. Throughsimulation, lectures and hands-onpracticals with cadavers and pro-cedural simulators, Weinbergtaught pediatric resuscitation tech-niques to pediatric emergencymedicine fellows and nurses.

Dr. Weinberg is an attending pedi-atric emergency physician and as-sistant professor of thedepartment of pediatric emer-gency medicine at Maria FareriChildren's Hospital at WestchesterMedical Center in Valhalla, N.Y.Dr. Weinberg is a partner of Emer-gency Medical Associates.

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It’s not just people that make a hospital. The environment—the infrastructure, architecture, and design—also plays

a key role in hospital viability. As the economy recovers, so does the will to invest in hospital facility upgrades and

construction projects, albeit cautiously and on a smaller scale. And with the potential increase in patient load, coupled

with the link between patient satisfaction, outcomes, and payments, facility investments present a long-term opportunity

to make a positive impact on your bottom line.

A 2011 survey found that patient satisfaction is one of the top three concerns of hospital executives. And in October of

last year, the patient satisfaction stakes rose even higher when the Affordable Care Act tied payment cuts to the Hospital

Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey. Poor HCAHPS scores will cost

hospitals 1% of their reimbursement, a penalty that will grow to 2% in FY 2017. Among other questions, the survey

asks patients to rate their hospital environment according to cleanliness and noise level—which should make facilities

an essential part of every hospital’s reimbursement strategy.

The 2012 Hospital Construction Survey by Health Facilities Management and the American Society of Healthcare

Engineering reported that the majority of hospitals plan to spend more on renovations than new construction, consistent

with the present climate of fiscal restraint. In this patient-centric, tight budget environment, hospitals need to make

prudent decisions and invest in the right projects at the right price.

Although not traditionally associated with facilities management, group purchasing organizations (GPOs), which provide

access to competitive pricing for a variety of contracts for everything from planning to plumbing and from floor mats to

roofing, make a perfect partner for facilities managers and other decision-makers before and during a renovation or

building project.

Hospitals that work with GNYHA Services from the inception of a construction project can present their proposed plan

and gain access to custom-made supply and other contracts. They can also consult a GPO subject matter expert—

who is armed with a background in construction and/or electrical, architecture, etc.—at any or every stage of the

process. In addition, GPO representatives are available to help facilities managers identify savings through suggested

contracts and can create contracts based on specific needs. GPOs are even equipped to become part of a hospital

emergency preparedness plan, helping to arrange access to medical and non-medical supplies and technology.

Hospitals are realizing that their facilities are fundamental to their overall success, affecting everyday but important

issues, such as patient satisfaction and workflow. With well thought out construction plans and a GPO to maximize

savings on supplies, equipment, and services, hospitals can ensure that they are providing an environment that allows

for the highest possible level of care and brings them to the optimal intersection of cost, quality, and outcomes.

Christopher J. O’Connor is Executive Vice President of GNYHA Ventures, Inc., the for-profit arm of the Greater New York Hospital

Association, and President of two GNYHA Ventures companies: GNYHA Services, Inc., an acute care group purchasing organization,

and Nexera, Inc., a healthcare consulting firm. Mr. O’Connor is Chair-Elect of the Association for Healthcare Resource & Materials

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It could have been a meeting

about refurbishing the church or a

group of neighbors gathered to plan

an upcoming fundraiser. But these

twelve people at the Norwalk Con-

gregational Church are in a Care-

givers Support Group sponsored by

the Connecticut Chapter of the

Alzheimer’s Association. They are

sharing the difficult behavior of a

wife or husband recently diagnosed

with Early Onset Alzheimer’s. The

words heard most often are “I don’t

know what to do.”

“My wife keeps asking me to

take her to her mother’s house. She

wants me to call and tell her we’re

coming to visit. But her mother’s

been dead for twelve years. She

gets very angry at me. Honestly,

sometimes I just don’t know what

to do.” There are suggestions.

There are descriptions of the same

sort of behavior experienced by

others in the group. Most of all,

there is attentive, non- judgmental

listening and the security of total

confidentiality.

From a wife: “My husband

seems quite alright some days and

then just yesterday I saw him walk-

ing down the street in his pajamas.”

From a husband: “My wife won’t

eat what I’ve prepared for her. I

take it away and bring it back in ten

minutes and she has no objection

and eats it all. It doesn’t make

sense.”

The husbands and wives of those

living with Alzheimer’s are truly

frustrated. They don’t know what’s

going to happen next. Sharing

problems freely that they could

never tell friends or relatives is sal-

vation. The ups and downs, the un-

predictable moods of Early Onset

Alzheimer’s is being recognized

and understood. Normalcy fol-

lowed by irrational actions make

caregiving at this early stage ex-

hausting. Fearing what’s to come is

a constant worry.

“What’s most important is know-

ing that there is help, there are spe-

cific actions to take that can be

lifesavers” says Eleonora Torna-

tore- Mikesh, Executive Director

of the Connecticut Chapter of the

Alzheimer’s Association. “Proba-

bly the most helpful, most reassur-

ing first step is to find and join a

support group. We have groups

throughout the state, led by profes-

sionally trained people who are

usually in the same boat as those at-

tending. For an hour or two, care-

givers can be totally free to

describe, complain, vent anger and

helplessness, knowing that they are

being listened to with the most con-

cerned attention, feeling a burden

lifted by confiding their situations

to others, with total trust.”

Support group members say that

it’s a relief to be able to be so open

and honest. . “Otherwise, I’d have

no one to talk to. None of the neigh-

bors know,” says one wife. “I don’t

think I could be as open and honest

with my family as I am with the peo-

ple in my support group who I know

are going through what I’m going

through.” There is a Helpline which

can provide assistance 24/7. A call

to 800-272-3900 connects anyone to

an experienced, knowledgeable per-

son, any time, day or night. That

number should be made as visible as

possible. It’s more useful than the

family photographs on the frig.

Much more attention is now

being paid to Younger/Early Onset

Alzheimer’s (diagnosed under the

age of 65.) There are more compre-

hensive professional assessments

available. There is more research

and more targeted clinical trials.

There are more fundraising events

and determination to ultimately,

make Alzheimer’s a disease of the

past. There is help with identifying

and treating early symptoms: seri-

ous forgetfulness, unnecessary rep-

etition, vagueness about time and

place, inability to do basic tasks.

Younger/Early Onset Alzheimer’s

has no age limit. Symptoms are ap-

pearing at much younger ages. De-

tecting these signs, the earlier the

better, can give caregivers more

control by providing more treat-

ment options.

Once upon a time, cancer was

considered almost shameful, a for-

bidden subject. Nothing can be ac-

complished as long as a stigma of

guilt and secrecy exists. Little by

little, more funding for research is

making Alzheimer’s less hopeless,

changing silence into support.

“New insights and advances are oc-

curring every day,” says Kristen

Cusato, Alzheimer’s Association

CT Chapter’s Southwestern Re-

gional Director.

Many of the most promising new

medications are discovered as a re-

sult of clinical trials.

“When somebody asks me if there’s

a cure for Alzheimer’s, I say ‘not

yet.’” Angelo Termine is the Clini-

cal Research Manager of Associ-

ated Neurologists of Southern

Connecticut in Fairfield, which

runs clinical trials to learn as much

as possible about Alzheimer’s dis-

ease. He affirms that if there’s a

way to end Alzheimer’s, it will

most likely come from the research

gained from many clinical trials

from all over the country and the

world.

Alzheimer’s trials are typically

sponsored by pharmaceutical com-

panies, to learn as much as possible

about specific medications which

are intended to stabilize the disease

or decrease symptoms. The ulti-

mate goal is to find the key to elim-

inating and preventing the disease

altogether. This requires the most

comprehensive research. Before a

medication can be marketed, it

must be thoroughly reviewed.

“Many people are reluctant to

participate in a clinical trial be-

cause they really don’t understand

what it’s all about,” Angelo Ter-

mine says. “First and foremost,

the most important element is the

health and safety of the partici-

pant.” In fact, many participants

say that they’ve never been treated

as thoroughly and monitored as

carefully as during a trial. If a per-

son develops any symptoms which

may or may not have to do with

the trial, the person is seen imme-

diately, examined thoroughly, and

if further medical attention is indi-

cated, it is provided. There is typ-

ically no cost to the participant

and may include free transporta-

tion, when necessary. There is

absolutely no obligation and par-

ticipants can withdraw from the

study at any time, though most

people become so positive about

the experience, they want to seek

future trials.

Currently, there is a great deal of

research dealing with Younger/Early

onset Alzheimer’s and dementia

(under age 65.) A patient in Nor-

walk with early onset Alzheimer’s

has been participating in several

clinical trials. His wife says it has

made a big difference in their lives.

“When you’re part of the research,

you feel you’re doing something

meaningful. The trials have helped

both of us. Just knowing my hus-

band is adding to the knowledge

about Alzheimer’s and possibly

coming closer to the cure or at least

the most effective stabilizer, gives

us hope.”

Trials have succeeded in replac-

ing ineffective medications with

more promising ones. They’ve suc-

ceeded in replacing self-adminis-

tered injectables with much easier

pills. Many participants are moti-

vated by the fact that a trial may

give them an alternative treatment

that is otherwise unavailable.

They’re receiving medications that

haven’t gone public yet, and may

possibly be a significant break-

through. Many trials have made a

change in the care and quality of

life for participants.

The Connecticut Chapter of the

Alzheimer’s Association can help

locate current clinical trials through

their free service Trialmatch ™ and

direct family members to experts in

the field who can answer specific

questions about procedures, bene-

fits, risks and side effects. To be

part of research that can help future

generations is deeply rewarding.

The Alzheimer’s Association 24/7

helpline can connect you to further

information. 1-800-272-3900.

Barbara Newland of The Greens at Cannondale leads a caregiver's support group called "Changes." photo credit: Gretchen Yengst, Loving Focus Photography

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Heidi Gil joins Central Connecticut Senior HealthServices as Senior Directorof Quality and Innovation

Heidi Gil has been hired as the

new Senior Director of Quality

and Innovation of Central Con-

necticut Senior Health Services

(CCSHS), an integrated, service-

rich continuum of care, with the

mission to enhance the health and

well-being of senior citizens

throughout the central CT area. In

her role, Heidi will coordinate and

collaborate with all levels of the

organization to ensure quality

processes and priorities are in

place to ensure optimal outcomes

for those we serve.

Heidi joins the CCSHS team

from her most recent position as the

Senior Director of Continuum of

Care with Planetree, an interna-

tional organization and patient-cen-

tered philosophy dedicated to

transformational change. Gil has

over 22 years of experience in con-

tinuing care operations and cultural

transformation, successfully im-

proving financial, clinical, and op-

erational performance.

Gil will also be responsible for

facilitating the implementation of

Hartford Healthcare’s transforma-

tional model known as How Hart-

ford HealthCare Works (H3W).

H3W creates a culture of service

and innovation that depends on

staff engagement and involvement

in continuous improvement, trans-

parent communications. and recog-

nition of authentic and humanistic

leadership. Through the H3W im-

plementation process, Gil will sup-

port the growth and evolution of

superior leadership practices and

behaviors.

Southcoast Health Systemnames Christopher Clyne,MD, Medical Director ofSouthcoast Cardiac Arrhythmia Services

Southcoast™ Health System

has named Christopher Clyne,

MD, FACC, FAHA, FHRS, as

Medical Director of Southcoast

Cardiac Arrhythmia Services. In

his new role, Dr. Clyne will lead

Southcoast Health System to be-

come an independent regional ar-

rhythmia program with expanded

electrophysiology services for our

patients.

Dr. Clyne received his medical

degree from the State University

of New York Upstate Medical

School in Syracuse, N.Y. He com-

pleted his internship and residency

at New England Deaconess Hos-

pital, Harvard Medical School in

Boston. Dr. Clyne completed a fel-

lowship in cardiovascular medi-

cine at the University of

Massachusetts Medical School in

Worcester and a second fellowship

in electrophysiology at the New

England Medical Center, Tufts

University Medical School in

Boston.

Dr. Clyne is a fellow of the

American College of Cardiology,

a diplomat of the American Board

of Internal Medicine and a fellow

of the Heart Rhythm Society. He

was recognized as “Best Doctors

in America-Cardiology” by US

News and World Report in July

2011. Dr. Clyne is board certified

in electrophysiology, cardiology

and internal medicine. He brings

to Southcoast extensive experi-

ence in arrhythmia ablation and

pacemaker lead extraction and

will expand the types of proce-

dures that are available locally.

Dr. Richard Irwin joinsEye Care Northeast

Richard Irwin, M.D., has joined

the physician staff of Eye Care

Northeast located in Putnam, Con-

necticut, as an ophthalmologist.

Dr. Irwin has been a practicing

ophthalmologist for over 30 years,

specializing in medical and surgi-

cal eye diseases such as diabetes

and glaucoma. He has performed

over 10,000 cataract surgeries.

Prior to joining Eye Care North-

east, Dr. Irwin spent 21 years in

private practice in Newton,

Kansas, followed by hospital prac-

tice in Southbridge, Massachu-

setts. He is credentialed at Day

Kimball Hospital in Putnam.

Dr. Irwin is a member of the

American Academy of Ophthal-

mology, American College of Eye

Surgeons and the American Med-

ical Association, among numerous

professional affiliations. He is li-

censed to practice in Connecticut

and Massachusetts.

Dr. Irwin is welcoming his previ-

ous patients as well as new patients

at Eye Care Northeast, PC,and can

be reached at 860-928-0414.

Griffin Faculty PracticeWelcomes Urologist Dr. Brian Sperling

Griffin Faculty Practice Plan, an

affiliate of Griffin Hospital, is

pleased to welcome Urologist

Brian Sperling, D.O, to its net-

work of healthcare specialists.

With more than 9 years of med-

ical experience and a degree in os-

teopathic medicine, Dr. Sperling

provides personalized, multifac-

eted care that focuses on the whole

health of his patients by address-

ing each patient’s specific needs

techniques. His specialties include

urologic cancers, kidney stone

treatment and prevention, urinary

tract infections, male and female

incontinence, and sexual health

(low testosterone, erectile dys-

function and infertility).

Dr. Sperling’s office is located

at the Ivy Brook Medical Center,

2 Ivy Brook Rd., Suite 115, in

Shelton. For more information or

to schedule an appointment with

Dr. Sperling, call 203.924.5540

from prevention and diagnosis to

therapeutic treatments, surgery,

maintenance and support. In addi-

tion, Dr. Sperling provides a com-

passionate and respectful

approach to patient care — invit-

ing his patients to become partners

in their treatment and encouraging

the involvement of family and sig-

nificant others whenever possible.

Dr. Sperling has extensive train-

ing with minimally invasive sur-

gery and modern reconstructive

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“Paddle for a Purpose:” Waveny Care Network’s fifth annualmixed-paddle event heightens awareness

Waveny Mixed Paddle tournament Country Club flight winnersKelly Voight and Frank Ennis (left) with runners up Nicky Fritz andRon Balzano (right).

Following the success of the past

four years’ events, Waveny Care

Network recently held its fifth an-

nual mixed-paddle tournament

fundraiser. Doubling in size since

the event’s inception, this year’s

event featured 32 teams with 64

players playing at four site loca-

tions. All monies were raised in

support of Waveny’s not-for-profit

network of residences, programs

and services.

“We are so pleased to attract the

best local recreational players in ad-

dition to top ranked APTA profes-

sionals to ‘Paddle for a Purpose,’”

said Sharon Stevenson, Waveny

Board Member and Event Chair.

“Each year it is our hope to grow

the number of players and venues

as well as continue to provide one

of the best mixed events with great

competition for a worthy cause.”

“Our event is notably generating

an increase in awareness, enthusi-

asm, and support for Waveny and is

already on the players’ calendars for

next year” said Joanne Boyer,

Waveny’s Director of Develop-

ment. “The event’s continued mo-

mentum and success is due in large

part to the participation of the local

clubs and paddle pros as well as the

player participants, wonderful

sponsors and volunteers, who all

helped to make sure the evening

was enjoyable for everyone in-

volved.”

The tournament was held concur-

rently at four event sites: the Coun-

try Club of New Canaan, Wee Burn

Country Club of Darien, The Lake

Club and Waveny Park. Event fi-

nals were held at the Country Club

of New Canaan and featured an

after-party celebration inside the

club’s paddle hut.

Event sponsors included ONS

(Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Spe-

cialists), Rehabilitation Services at

Waveny Care Center, Center Court

of New Canaan, Karl Chevrolet,

Walter Stewart’s Market, and Stew-

art’s Spirits. New to this year’s

event sponsors was Prince Global

Sports/Viking, which provided

players with paddle balls, water

bottles and other give-aways.

Waveny encourages all paddle

players with an interest in giving

back to the community to join its

event planning committee. For

more information, contact Joanne

Boyer at 203.594.5416 or

[email protected].

Waveny Care Network provides a

comprehensive continuum of care –

now including skilled Home Health-

care – to serve the growing needs of

older adults from all areas. Waveny

is a not-for-profit organization that

offers independent living at New

Canaan Inn, assisted living for peo-

ple with Alzheimer’s and memory

loss at The Village, and skilled nurs-

ing at Waveny Care Center. It also

includes the Brown Geriatric Eval-

uation Clinic, a Geriatric Care Man-

agement team that provides 24-hour

coverage, an Adult Day Program

that offers flexible hours and trans-

portation six days a week, inpatient

and outpatient Rehabilitation Serv-

ices, and respite programs at both

The Village and Care Center. For in-

formation call (203) 594-5200 or

visit www.waveny.org.

Winners from all site locations

include George Wilkinson and

Susan Lovejoy with runners up Se-

bastian Bredberg and Molly Brown;

Frank Ennis and Kelly Voight with

runners up Ron Balzano and Nicky

Fritz; winners Gitte and Christian

Toft-Nielsen with runners up Mary

Truslow and Peter Traeger; and

winners Mary Ellen O’Mahoney

and Gaynor Brennan with runners

up Karen and Peter Newman.

Plans for next year’s sixth annual

event are already being discussed.

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The Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts’ (BIA-MA)

Southern Regional Office will host a Touring Art Exhibit as

a result of a grant from the Wareham Cultural Council to

support “Soaring Without Limits Through the Arts.” The

Council is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council,

a state agency.

Members of 12 BIA-MA support groups, located in

southeastern Massachusetts, have created artwork and

jewelry to be displayed at the following locations and times:

Lakeville Public Library: April 1 through April 29, 2013

with an artists’ reception on Tuesday April 16 from 5:30 to

7:30 p.m.

“Art, music, and writing are all therapeutic to the healing

process,” says Sandy Topalian, Ph.D., CBIST, manager of the

BIA-MA’s Southeastern Regional Office in East Wareham.

“We hope this exhibit will showcase the talents and capabilities

of survivors of brain injury and increase awareness of brain

injury that affects thousands of individuals in southeastern

Massachusetts, Cape Cod, and the Islands.”

Local artists have been working with survivors of brain

injury as they prepare pieces for the exhibits.

BIA-MA has support groups in more than a dozen commu-

nities in southeastern Massachusetts, including Fall River,

Plymouth, New Bedford, Wareham, Falmouth, Hyannis,

Buzzards Bay, and more. These groups provide social,

recreational and educational opportunities to survivors of

brain injury and their families.

The Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts, a private,

non-profit organization, provides support to brain injury

survivors and their families, offers programs to prevent brain

injuries, educates the public on the risks of irresponsible

behavior and the impact of brain injury, and advocates on

behalf of brain injury survivors and their families.

For more information on brain injury and for resources,

contact BIA-MA’s Southeastern Regional Office at 888-

607-7678 or e-mail [email protected].

BIA-MA Touring Art Exhibit to feature jewelry, sculpture, paintings and more at local libraries

Bridgeport Hospital to offer screenings,support groups, classes and lectures

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP – Bridgeport Hospital’s

Center for Geriatrics sponsors a free Caregiver Support Group

for family members and others responsible for the day-to-day

care of elderly relatives. The group meets 10:00–11:00 a.m. on

the first Friday of the month, in the Operations Conference

Room at Bridgeport Hospital, 267 Grant Street, and 5:30–6:30 p.m.

on the second Tuesday of each month, at the Center’s offices,

95 Armory Road, Stratford. To register, call 1-888-357-2396.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS – Bridgeport Hospital

will offer free blood pressure screenings at the following locations

and times. For information, call 1-888-357-2396.

• Fairfield Senior Center, 100 Mona Terrace, Monday, April 15,

9:30–11:30 a.m.

• Shelton Senior Center, 81 Wheeler St., Monday, April 22,

noon–2:00 p.m.

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The Center for Bladder & Pelvic Health at OB/GYN Associates

of Attleboro is presenting a FREE program on Pelvic Floor

Muscle Rehabilitation (PFMR), which treats a wide range of

bladder disorders in a noninvasive, painless way. Barbara Baxter,

board certified physician assistant, will present this program.

A question and answer session will follow the presentation.

The program will be held on Tuesday, April 23 from 6:30 – 7:30

p.m. at the Foxboro Y, located at 67 Mechanic Street in Foxboro.

Light refreshments will be provided. Reservations are necessary

and are available on a first come, first served basis. To register for

the program, please call 508-236-8020.

The Center for Bladder & Pelvic Health at OB/GYN Associates

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promote preventive measures and motivate individuals to seek

treatment for treatable bladder and pelvic conditions. For more

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In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, students from theAnam Cara Irish Dance School entertained Waveny’sresidents, patients and Adult Day Program participantswith a demonstration of traditional Irish dances on“Main Street” at The Village at Waveny Care Center.Student Sasha Coughlin, granddaughter of VillageResident Barbara Coughlin, demonstrates the Irish Jigwith instructor John Lydon.

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Hebrew Health Hospice offers

an open-ended, bi-monthly Adult

Bereavement Support Group. The

support group is given at Hebrew

Health Visiting Nurses, 2 Winton-

bury Mall in Bloomfield. This

group is for anyone experiencing

the loss of a loved one and looking

for support in a safe environment.

The group will meet on the second

and fourth Wednesday of the

month from 2:45 to 4:15 P.M.

Each session will be led by Brian

Gray, BCC, Bereavement and

Spiritual Counselor for Hebrew

Health Hospice. To register or for

details please call Brian Gray at

860-523-3888.

Hebrew Health Care is a non-

profit, non-sectarian health care

provider featuring a full spectrum of

integrated and seamless in-patient;

out-patient and community based

geriatric services to meet the needs

of older adults in the Greater Hart-

ford community. Hebrew Health

Care is committed to providing

comprehensive care of the elderly.

Not simply saying it, not simply

building it, HHC does it – every day,

every week, every year, for over 100

years. Hebrew Health Care’s com-

mitment to the elderly in the Greater

Hartford area is unparalleled and is

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By Stuart Koman, Ph.D.

Although it is the most common

eating disorder, binge-eating disorder

(BED) has not been officially rec-

ognized as a legitimate eating dis-

order – until now.

This spring, when the American

Psychiatric Association (APA)

publishes the fifth edition of The Di-

agnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, widely known as DSM-5, binge-

eating disorder will be among the new additions.

The fourth edition, DSM-IV, included binge-eating disorder in its appendix

“for further study.” The addition of binge-eating disorder to the manual legitimizes

the disorder and gives new hope to those who have it. This is a big deal because:

• Nearly half of all states have parity laws that require insurers to cover officially

recognized disorders. While insurers have generally covered BED, they may now

provide more comprehensive coverage.

• DSM is used as a reference for psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals

worldwide. Now, they will have common criteria for diagnosing BED.

• DSM provides healthcare professionals with the language they need to commu-

nicate effectively with patients, their families and insurance companies. Everyone

affected by the disorder will now have consistent, shared language to use when

discussing BED.

• By making BED a legitimate diagnosis, it helps those who have the disorder

from a psychiatric perspective, because they are more likely to accept it and to

seek treatment.

• It should improve research funding. More research would lead to a better

understanding of BED, and hopefully to improvements in treatment and recovery.

• The extensive research behind DSM-5 gives the manual a great deal of credi-

bility. DSM-5 took more than a decade to produce and includes contributions from

more than 1,500 mental health experts.

Identifying Binge-Eating Disorder

Until now, individuals with binge-eating disorder were typically diagnosed as

having EDNOS, which stands for “eating disorders not otherwise specified.”

While insurance companies have generally shown flexibility in covering EDNOS

patients, the failure to meet medical criteria for a disorder puts coverage in question

and may have dissuaded some from seeking treatment.

In addition, being categorize with EDNOS can be distressing to many patients.

They may have a life-threatening disorder, but the medical limbo of EDNOS makes

it not seem like a real eating disorder.

Now, those who meet specific criteria will be diagnosed as having binge-eating

disorder. While DSM-5 will not officially be published until May, publication

available online during a comment period included the following criteria. To be

diagnosed with BED, a patient would:

• Eat, in a discrete period of time (e.g., within a two-hour period), an amount

that is definitely larger than most people would eat in a similar period under sim-

ilar circumstances.

• Feel loss of control over eating during the binge. Those with BED believe they

cannot stop eating; they cannot control what or how much they eat.

Also, they must have three or more of the following symptoms:

• Eat an unusually large amount at one time. It’s difficult to define how much is

typically consumed during a binge, but studies show that consumption in the

average binge ranges from 2,000 to 5,000 calories.

• Eat much more quickly during binges than during normal eating episodes.

• Eat until physically uncomfortable and nauseated due to the amount of food

consumed.

• Eat when depressed or bored.

• Eat large amounts of food even when not hungry.

• Often eat alone during periods of normal eating, because of feelings of embar-

rassment about food.

• Feel disgusted, depressed or guilty after binging.

• Binge, on average, at least once a week for three months.

• Binge in a manner not associated with the recurrent use of inappropriate com-

pensatory behavior.

Like others with eating disorders, binge eaters almost always suffer from one or

more additional disorders, such as depression.

Binge eaters typically become obese over time, but not everyone who is obese

has binge-eating disorder. BED has a cognitive aspect lacking in those who are obese

and do not have binge-eating disorder. When those who have BED binge, they think

about it to the point where it ruins their day. They feel guilty and either do not eat

or restrict their eating for the rest of the day.

It is important to diagnose BED in those who are obese, because unless it is treated

and the patient recovers, any treatment for obesity has the potential to fail over time.

If a patient with BED has weight-loss surgery, for example, he or she may continue

to struggle with loss of control over eating, especially once the post-operative period

of severely limited eating passes.

The first step for medical professionals who want to determine if their patients

have BED should be to use a screening questionnaire, such as the SCOFF Ques-

tionnaire, which is similar to the CAGE Questionnaire used by medical profes-

sionals to evaluate alcohol use. There is also a Binge Scale and Night Eating

Questionnaire.

Combining Therapies

As with other eating disorders, successful treatment of binge eating typically

requires a combination of therapies. Using these therapies, the prognosis for recovery

is usually good.

Treatment typically begins by educating patients about their condition, so they

are more aware of their eating patterns and can identify triggers that influence how

and what they eat.

Typically, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most effective treatment.

CBT integrates behavior therapy with cognitive psychology and is based on the idea

that changing maladaptive thinking can change behavior.

The therapist provides information, guidance, support and encouragement. Goals

include normalized eating, the reduction or elimination of binging and a reduction

in eating behavior triggered by mood and events. Cognitive goals include improving

the patient’s self-esteem and weight-related concerns.

When patients fail to respond to CBT combined with interpersonal therapy,

dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) is typically used. DBT combines cognitive

behavioral techniques for regulation of emotion, and reality testing with distress

tolerance, acceptance and mindful awareness. DBT seeks to reduce binging by

improving adaptive emotion-regulation skills.

Behavioral weight-loss therapy is another option, but many believe that it is best

for the patient to recover from BED before addressing weight loss.

What works for one individual does not necessarily work for another, so treatment

should be based on an in-depth diagnosis and a plan developed by a team, covering

medical, behavioral and nutritional care, while also considering co-occurring disorders.

Depending on how far the disorder has advanced, in-patient care or residential

care may be necessary to help the patient become medically stable and to begin

intensive therapy. Insurers have often been resistant to that level of care, but they

may be more flexible because of DSM-5.

When there are co-occurring disorders – and there are more often than not – it is

critical to treat them concurrently. Otherwise, another disorder will likely become

more advanced as the patient makes progress with BED. Many in the industry are

hopeful insurers will be increasingly supportive of treating co-occurring disorders

concurrently because of DSM-5.

With the publication of DSM-5, the APA is acknowledging that BED is a real dis-

order. That’s something that those who have BED have long known. Now that pro-

fessionals in the field have acknowledged the reality of BED, it should get the

attention it warrants as America’s most common eating disorder.

Stuart Koman, Ph.D. is President and CEO of Walden Behavioral Care in

Waltham, Mass. He can be reached at [email protected].

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Valentines Day 2013 was not the usual couples retreat at Bally’s Hotel in Atlantic City

this year. Two-thousand nursing students chose to spend the day at the New Jersey Nursing

Students Inc. 61st Annual Convention. This networking opportunity was themed Kings

and Queens of Hearts: Ace Your Career in Nursing. The year-long diligent planning by a

student run board of nursing students was in full swing on Valentine’s Day.

Eager nursing students began their trip on Wednesday night if they were chosen to

represent their schools as Delegates. The enthusiastic group followed Roberts Rules of

Parliamentary Procedure to conduct business. Thursday was packed with forty-seven

focus sessions on topics from prenatal care to resume workshops, run by the New Jersey

Association of Healthcare Recruiters, to psychiatric-mental health concepts, caring for

the LGBTQ population, political action, and cardiac pharmacology. There was a topic

for every student's unique interest. Simultaneously, a blood drive hosted by the American

Red Cross enabled students to save lives even when they were away from clinical for a day.

Student nurse speakers also discussed the resolutions they prepared in order to present them at the National Student Nurses

Association Convention. NCLEX preparation classes were even available to help students pass after graduation and land

their dream job!

The exhibit hall bustled with NCLEX test preparation organizations, colleges and universities, job opportunities,

uniform sales, and raffle baskets. Students came prepared with resumes and enthusiasm as they professionally greeted

exhibitors. Whether interested in applying to graduate school, ready to face the NCLEX, job searching, or just interested in

seeing what opportunities were available, students were busily networking

throughout the hall.

Thursday night allowed participants to unwind from the long day and

have fun with new acquaintances at the First Night Party. The theme was

"Rodeo Roundup: Lasso in Some Fun" and included Country line dancing

with the western theme. With “Watermelon Crawl” lessons, students came

dressed in cowboy boots to enjoy food and dancing.

Friday closed with the final House of Delegates meeting in which

students prepared speeches to run for a 2013-2014 board position.

Following delegate voting, students could choose to attend a NCLEX

review course or if the exam seemed far away as an underclassman, students could participate in a Disaster Health Services

Response Workshop held by the American Red Cross. The Convention was a huge success and a great way for students

to get more involved in their pre-professional nursing organization.

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61st Annual Convention: Kings and Queens of Hearts: Ace Your Career in Nursing


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The program offers teens a first-hand experience

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The program runs from June through August

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Sandra Gould, junior volunteer coordinator,

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2013 Nightingale Leadership shines spotlight on Nursing

The Visiting Nurse Association of South

Central Connecticut (VNA/SCC) will, for the

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practice at the local level.

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President & CEO John R. Quinn, “they are

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system in Connecticut and they have the

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profession. Their mere presence at the

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program,” says Quinn, “we are very

happy that they will again be lending

their voices to this important event.”

The 2013 Nightingale Awards gala is generously

supported by Platinum sponsor Yale-New Haven

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such as First Niagara, Gaylord Hospital, Masonicare,

and Hospital Newspaper. The strong leadership slated

for this year’s Nightingale Awards helps to shine

the spotlight on hard-working nurses in the state of

Connecticut, and recognize their dedication through

much deserved appreciation and thanks.

For more information about the Nightingale Awards for

Excellence in Nursing, including sponsorship information

and how to purchase tickets, visit the Nightingale website

at www.nightingalenursingawards.org/newhaven/ or call

the Nightingale hotline at 203-859-6765.

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Shrewsbury Nursing and Rehabil-

itation (SNRC) have many exciting

developments to announce. SNRC

is on the move, collaborating with

partners for the health and well-

being of their residents and the Cen-

tral Massachusetts community.

Effective May 1st, SNRC will be

accepting Fallon Community Health

Plan insurance (FCHP). “We are ex-

tremely pleased to partner with

FCHP, one of the country’s top health

plans, as we now have the ability to

provide our exceptional quality care

and services to a broader number of

people. “We are committed to devel-

oping long-term business relation-

ships with industry leading health

care providers and we are pleased to

have FCHP as a business partner,”

said Chip Emerson, CEO/President of

Southgate at Shrewsbury and SNRC.

“This comes on the heels of the one

year anniversary of SNRC’s partner-

ship with Jewish Health Care (JHC)

for all their rehabilitation services.

This collaboration has resulted in ex-

tremely successful outcomes for our

rehab patients,” Mr. Emerson stated.

Another exciting development has

been the promotion of Katie Joyce,

RN, BS, to Executive Director.

Ms. Joyce began her career at

SNRC in 2000 as Director of Nurses,

and has recently been promoted

to the Executive Director role.

SNRC announces partnership with Fallon Community Health Plan,and appoints a new Executive Director

Ms. Joyce has been instrumental in

all the positive developments at

SNRC including the back to back

DPH Deficiency Free Surveys for

2011 and 2012. “It is my goal to keep

myself and my staff educated to the

latest medical and holistic advance-

ments, so we can continue to provide

our residents excellent care and the

very best experience possible, both

now and in the future.” Ms. Joyce

said. “One such advancement is the

implementation of our electronic

medical records, which give our team

members the most up to the minute

status on our residents’ plan of care.”

SNRC has formed a business re-

lationship with Health Care Serv-

ices Group (HCSG) to manage our

culinary, nutrition and dining expe-

rience. Our professional chefs now

prepare home style dining includ-

ing make to order pasta and omelet

stations.

“We are very excited about the

positive momentum having our

plans come to fruition has gener-

ated, and are proud of the enthu-

siastic spirit in which our staff has

embraced it.” Mr. Emerson said.

For more information call

Latasha Hughes at 508-845-6786

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By Andrew J. Cavaliere, CLTC

Group Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance replaces a portion of your income when you are unableto work due to an illness or injury. Group LTD insurance is arguably the best insurance dollar youwill ever spend. Why is it the best? This article will explain why after we review some cold, hardfacts of life.

You may not realize the potential danger of becoming disabled today, but they are daunting. The U.S. Census Bureauestimates that you have a one in five chance of becoming disabled during your working years age 18-64. One infive… that my friends is not a good number. Moreover, the average long-term disability (LTD) absence from work lasts2.5 years1. Quite a long time to survive without a steady income, wouldn’t you say…?

Let’s go a step further. You would think that sub-prime mortgages are the leading cause of mortgage bankruptcies inthis country, but they are not. According to an American Journal of Medicine 2009 study, disability continued to be theleading cause of bankruptcies and mortgage foreclosures in the United States, causing nearly 50% of all foreclosurescompared to 2% from premature death. According to the same study, two-thirds of American families live paycheck-to-paycheck, and approximately 38% could not afford to pay their bills for more than three months without theirincome.

Most people believe that their biggest asset is their house and/or retirement savings. In fact, their biggest asset ismore than likely their ability to work and earn a living. Consider this example of a 28 year old earning $80,000 annuallywith a 3% increase in income each year. By the time that person reaches age 65, he or she would have earned$5,293,938. It is doubtful that any other assets that person has accumulated will approach that number.

Technically, LTD picks up where Short-Term Disability (STD) leaves off. Once your STD benefits expire, generally afterthree to six months, the long-term disability policy pays you 60% of your earnings, depending on your policy. You willthen receive benefits for two to five years or until you turn 65 depending upon your contract. If you pay your ownpremiums with after-tax dollars, your disability benefits will be tax-free. If your employer pays for the group policy, mostlikely with pre-tax dollars, your disability benefits will be taxable.

Rather than purchasing a separate disability insurance policy, many people believe they can rely solely on Social Securityand/or Workers Compensation for protection. Unfortunately, Workers Compensation will only cover a “job related”injury or illness and both Workers Compensation and Social Security benefits are inadequate for any successful profes-sional. The average benefit paid by Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is $1,065 monthly; 8% of SSDI recipientsreceived less than $500 monthly, 52% received less than $1,000 monthly and 97% received less than $2,000 monthly2.

So what are some of the real advantages of Group LTD?

➢ Since the policy is sponsored by the employer, group rates apply. The cost is a fraction of individual coverage.➢ Contracts are guaranteed issue up to a monthly benefit cap of $7,500 to $10,000 a month. ➢ No physicals, blood work or extensive medical questions are required.➢ Most occupations have benefit periods to age 65.➢ Many carriers will issue group contracts on as little as two full-time owners and/or employees.➢ 36 month own occupation definition allows you to receive benefits while working in a different vocation.➢ Partial disability benefits are payable to disabled employees who return to work part time.➢ Premiums are waived the month following the date the benefit is paid until the employee returns to work3.

Consider this example:

A 50 year old therapist earning $200,000 a year employs her 45 year old assistant who she pays $30,000 annually.The therapist can buy a $7,500 a month disability benefit to age 65 for herself and a $1,500 a month disability benefitto age 65 for her assistant all for only $225 a month…!4 That is over $1,600,000 of disability income protection fromday one.

So whether you own a small business or you are an employee of one, it makes sense to talk to the decision makersand review some LTD quotes immediately. Group LTD can only be purchased by the employer and it remains one ofthe most important benefits of every working man and woman today.

For more information about Group Long-Term Disability Insurance, please call Andrew J. Cavaliere, CLTC at914-682-2190 or toll free at 877-676-9900. Andrew is certified in Long-Term Care (CLTC) from the Corporation forLong-Term Care Certification, Inc. Andrew is a member in good standing of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT),which is the premier Association of financial professionals nationally. Andrew’s offices are located at 50 Main Street,White Plains, NY 10606 and at 500 West Putnam Ave, Greenwich CT 06831.

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Hospital for Special Care (HSC)

recently announced that it will re-

ceive a $3.6 million capital grant-

in-aid to cover the purchase and

implementation of an electronic

medical records system that will

serve as the foundation of a pa-

tient-centered medical home

(PCMH) at its Autism Center.

“Autism impacts many people,

and while early intervention is key,

difficulties for families frequently

begin when services are hard to ac-

cess," Governor Malloy said. “Hos-

pital for Special Care, through this

new electronic records system, is

working to ensure that nobody falls

through the cracks and that these

important services are accessible

here in Connecticut."

“Because of our history in suc-

cessfully treating patients with

complex needs, Hospital for Spe-

cial Care is uniquely positioned to

provide Connecticut with a patient-

centered medical home for children

with autism,” said Lynn Ricci, sen-

ior vice president, chief operating

officer, Hospital for Special Care.

“Unfortunately, there is a lack of

resources in Connecticut including

disparities in access to services for

Autism care, and our state needs a

hub of coordination. Once estab-

lished, Connecticut will be among

the few states in the nation to provide

such a service,” Ricci said. “We are

grateful for these funds and fully ap-

preciate the magnitude of this com-

mitment from Governor Malloy and

the state Department of Social Serv-

ices. We have been working closely

with the Governor and his team since

the beginning of his term. The Gov-

ernor’s support and dedication to

autism helps to ensure we’re moving

toward offering the best care for

those affected by autism.”

Ricci said that all PCMHs must be

accredited by the National Commit-

tee for Quality Assurance (NCQA),

and in order to obtain NCQA accred-

itation the hospital needed an elec-

tronic medical records (EMR)

system to meet requirements.

Since the Autism Center at HSC

opened February 2012, the hospital

has assisted Connecticut families

with a triage of comprehensive

services in collaboration with The

Center for Autism and Behavioral

Studies at The University of Saint

Joseph. The program has served

more than 125 Connecticut chil-

dren with autism, yet many more

remain on a waiting list and many

others had to be referred elsewhere

for services. Ricci said that by ex-

panding HSC’s existing services to

a PCMH model, the hospital will

be able to serve more Connecticut

families via a more integrated and

cost-effective approach.

Patient Centered Medical Homes

are consistent with both state and

federal health care reform initia-

tives. A PCMH for Autism Spec-

trum Disorders also meshes with

the findings of Governor Malloy’s

Autism Feasibility Study. What’s

more, there will be a natural link

between this PCMH and the Bio-

science Connecticut initiative and

work at the Jackson Labs facility

less than two miles from HSC.

The American Academy of Pedi-

atrics describes a ‘medical home’ as

a model of delivery of care that is

accessible, continuous, comprehen-

sive, family-centered and culturally

effective. This model not only con-

siders medical issues but addresses

social, educational, transitional and

housing concerns.

Children with Autism use health-

care at a higher rate with higher

costs but have very limited access

to the coordinated care provided by

a medical home. Further, as a child

with Autism gets older, fewer serv-

ices are available for the transition

from school-based services to

adulthood.

The Autism Center at HSC offers

an array of psychological, develop-

mental and academic evaluations as

well as a wide range of assessment

and therapy options in the areas of

occupational therapy, and speech and

language therapy. Behavioral and

educational planning also will be

provided with the objective of in-

cluding all caregivers, teachers and

others involved in the life of the child

to present a consistent and structured

environment where the child can

thrive. For more information about

the Autism Center, please call

860.827.4797, or visit www.hfsc.org.

About Hospital for

Special Care

Hospital for Special Care (HSC)

is one of the 10 largest, free-stand-

ing long-term acute care hospitals

in the United States and the nation’s

only long-term acute-care hospital

serving adults and children. HSC is

recognized for advanced care and

rehabilitation in pulmonary care,

acquired brain injury, medically-

complex pediatrics, neuromuscular

disorders (including ALS research),

spinal cord injury, comprehensive

heart failure as well as diagnostic,

assessment and consulting services

for children and adolescents with

Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Located in New Britain and Hart-

ford, CT, HSC operates inpatient

and outpatient facilities serving

Southern New England on a not-

for-profit basis. For the latest news

and information, please visit

www.hfsc.org, and follow us on

Twitter @HospSpecialCare.

Hospital for Special Care to receive $3.6 Million Grant to support electronic medical records system for Autism Medical HomeSystem is a major step towards the first medical home for Autism care in Connecticut

When your child is diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), seeking help is not as simple as finding a specialist. Your child needs evaluation and support in so many ways. It can be a daunting challenge. The Autism Center at Hospital for Special Care was established to be an integrated resource to meet the needs of children and adolescents with ASD. We offer a variety of diagnostic assessment and consulting services. Just as important, we are here to offer comprehensive guidance to the caregivers, educators and family members whose love and support are the true key to your child’s future.

To learn more, visit hfsc.org, or call 860.827.4797. The Autism Center at Hospital for Special Care is a joint effort with University of Saint Joseph’s Institute for Autism and Behavioral Studies.

ONE IN 50 CHILDREN ARE AFFECTED BY AUTISM.Research now suggests that children as young as one-year-old can show signs of Autism. The most important thing you can do as a parent or caregiver, is to learn the early signs of Autism and understand the typical developmental milestones your child should be reaching at different ages. Signs and symptoms to look for:

expressions by six months, or thereafter

smiles, or other facial expressions by nine months, or thereafter

pointing, showing, reaching, or waving by

imitating or repeating), by 24 months

skills at any age

Reprinted with permission. For more information about recognizing the early signs of developmental and behavioral disorders, please visit First Signs at www.firstsigns.org or the Centers for Disease Control at www.cdc.gov/actearly.

THERE IS NO ROAD MAP FOR THE TREATMENT OF AUTISM. BUT, THERE IS ONE PLACE TO TURN.

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