Fairfax Police are investigating a series of scams targeting elderly residents of Franconia. There have been at least two incidents of scams towards the elderly in the past two weeks. On November 22 a man approached an elderly woman having…

One care agency for seniors suggest thinking practical when buying gifts for seniors this year. The frugal minded seniors will appreciate the thought when they receive gifts that can be used in their daily lives. Seniors fear the impact that…

Police have launched a criminal investigation into an incident at a nursing home where a patient suffered injuries to her face and eye. The family was told by the facility that the women fell while walking in the hallway which…

One state has moved for the first time in two years to shut down a long term care facility. The facility was cited five times since July for putting the lives or safety of residents in danger. The offenses included…

A former nurse at long term care facility is facing charges claiming he allowed an 81-year-old woman to turn blue from respiratory distress and didn’t reconnect her ventilator. The man remains free while awaiting trial. He previously pleaded not guilty…

According to state officials, a sixth person has died as a result of a hepatitis B outbreak at an assisted living center. Residents began contracting hepatitis in August, state officials said. Eight cases had been reported previously, but officials said…