STATEHOUSE—A bill to help Hoosier senior citizens and their families make the best choice for long-term and home health care, authored by State Rep. Suzanne Crouch (R-Evansville), passed the House of Representatives today. House Bill (HB) 1211 passed by a vote of 94-0 and now moves to the Senate for further consideration. HB 1211 would help seniors consider all of their options for long-term healthcare and home care. Because the Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) have the most up-to-date information on these services, nursing homes and hospitals would have to provide patients with AAA’s contact information. “With so many options for long-term care, making the right choice can be very overwhelming. This bill would connect people searching for information with the agencies that can provide the best recommendations,” said Rep. Crouch. -30- Rep. Crouch authors bill to help seniors pass the House, 1-30-12.docx |
