I have been checking the obituaries daily since November of last year. This is probably the most time that has passed between deaths at Hendersonville Health and Rehab.
I wonder what they are doing different. Maybe they have added staff, or actually started following proper procedures. Whatever they are doing, it is making a difference on the mortality rate of their residents.
I still see obituaries, that I would be willing to bet were patients of Larry Joe. It appears that they are coming from other nursing homes and hospitals.
I am quite certain that the NCDHHS has nothing to do with this at all. I've seen no evidence that they are increasing their rate of inspections or that they are finding more defficiencies. Just imagine how many more lives would be spared if they stepped up and actually did their job.
It seems to me that a few simple changes in the laws regulating these facilities, would change the whole system. I'm not quite sure what elected officials would be willing to give up the contributions that they receive from the big money owners of these places. I have been in contact with more than one, and am not sure yet. I am willing to bet there is at least one politician that would be willing to help change the laws. I will continue to contact people till I find one that actually cares more about right and wrong, than about where their money comes from.
I would welcome input from any political source. All they need to do is contact me, and I would be willing to share all the information I have. Any comments?