Results More Useful than Federal Ratings, Says OHCA LEWIS CENTER, Ohio, Dec. 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Ohio's skilled nursing facilities scored, on average, 88.23 on a 100-point scale in family satisfaction, according to data released today by the Ohio Department of Aging (ODA).

By Jeanine Kendle The Ohio Department of Aging issued a call for nominations for its Elder Caregiving Award. The honor recognizes outstanding individuals of any age who sacrifice their time and independence to provide much-needed care to an aging or disabled loved one.

By Jeanine Kendle An AARP study proves what we have long known -- older Ohioans overwhelmingly want to "age in place" in their own homes.

By Vindicator, Youngstown, Ohio Jul. 13--BOARDMAN -- A forum targeting long-term-care planning for Ohioans will be conducted from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday in the multipurpose room in the Community Center at Boardman Park.

By Jeanine Kendle The Ohio Department of Aging joins with the Ohio Department of Insurance to encourage Ohioans during February to wisely choose proper medical professionals, insurance, food, health products and healthy lifestyles.