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  October 2, 2009
U.S. CapitolCongress Acknowledges Nation's Caregiving Challenge

Congress has unanimously approved a resolution recognizing the need for affordable, quality caregiving in America.

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New York Gov. David PatersonNew York's "Staffing Disclosure" Bill Becomes Law

New York State will begin requiring nursing homes, hospitals, and diagnostic and treatment centers to publicly disclose staffing information.

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UNH sealREPORTS: NH Direct-Care Workers Need Increased Pay, Training

Two reports highlight the need for improved wages, benefits, and training for New Hampshire's direct-care workers.

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FloridaFloridians Forced Into Nursing Homes Earn Settlement

The state of Florida has agreed to spend up to $27 million to settle a class action lawsuit brought by Medicaid recipients claiming they were forced into nursing homes.

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Aaron Toleos, Online Communications Director
atoleos@phinational.org
718-874-9035

PHI works to improve the lives of people who need home and residential care-and the lives of the workers who provide that care. Our goal is to ensure caring, stable relationships between consumers and workers, so that both may live with dignity, respect, and independence.

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