Fighting to Honor a Father's Last Wish: To Die at Home
A prime example is the abuse of short-term rehabilitation in nursing homes, improper charges that cost the public more than $ 1.5 billion a year, federal inspectors for the Department of Health and Human Services reported in 2012. Medicare will pay … Read more on New York Times

Burkes: Travels remind us much good is done in God's name
It was there I met a woman I'll call “J.D.” who'd come to LifeHouse to give birth to her fourth child and escape an abusive, drug-filled relationship. While her other three children are in foster care, she is … The church sponsors Celebrate Recovery … Read more on Jackson Sun

Heroin on the Homefront: Heroin takes its toll on medical, mental health
Heroin has arrived and brought with it all its usual baggage – increased crime rates, bulging court dockets, pressure on health care to provide treatment, babies born addicted to drugs, broken families and even death. Addiction to heroin knows no socio … Read more on Ledger Independent

What's Happening for September (UPDATED Sept. 26)
Proceeds support the rescue, rehab and conservation efforts for marine animals. Details: 896-9182. VFW Post 3937 breakfast: 7-10 a.m. Sept. 27 and Oct. 4, 213 Klondyke Road, Long Beach. Cost: $ 6. Details: 863-8602. VFW Post 2434 pancake breakfast: 7-11 … Read more on SunHerald.com