By relly12 at Citysearch December 11, 2008
ravenwood is the worst place i have ever been in my life. let me start by saying i was happy to join the staff at raven wood this as a part of my clinical in my cna class this pass year. i say happy because i felt as thow me and my class mates were students at the time and we gave better care than the staff.the building was dirty and the smell was so bad.they had limited washclothes and towels. they had no soap no nothing. in my heart i believe most of the patints would have rather been dead then to suffer the way they were. its a shame that this place has to be a lot of these people last home i pray to god for someone to help them.oh did i forget they have no a.c its a hell hole.but a lot of the patients would say they did bad things in there life and now they have to live in hell. god bless them all. ...read more
By countrymusicman1 at Citysearch September 02, 2008
My experience overall with this nursing home{raven wood} has been a night mare.Those members of the staff at Raven wood nursing home should be held accountable for the way the patients are treated, and the way visitors are talked to . Why the staff allows the Patients to lay and suffer in pain Is the most inhumane thing I have seen in my life thus far. Why does society allow a place like this to function as a nursing home should be re-evaluated. I know that my loved one is about to die and I also beleive if raven wood would have taken care of my Loved one as a medical facility instead of waitting for the end of their shilt the time clock , and get out of there as fast as they possible can , they may have given him a fighting chance . Yet , know we will never know , because of Ravenwood's neglect and lack of care. That's Raven wood nursing home on 501 W. Fanklin St., Baltimore Md., 21201 ...read more
By Msconcerned at Citysearch June 09, 2008
Let me say that I have been to several nursing homes through out the stae of Md. ,as a visitor and an observer. This is the first nusing home that I highly do not recemend . Ravenwood nursing home and reabilitation center was a shock over the wekend . There was no air conditioning throughout most of the facility , especially in the patients rooms. There were no fans in the patients rooms . Yet, I did notice the staff had fans throughout the facility. Now I ask you , isn't that a little backwards? In Baltimore city they had cooling centers for the homeless and for those who are less fortunate. Yet , as a facility where there supose to be care and concern among the patients they can't see fit to the needs of these sick [and as far as I could see most disturbed patients]. ... ... In closing I'd loke to say ,if I were in need of this type of facility and Ravenwood nursing home and reabilitation center was my only alternative[501 W. Franklin St. Balt. Md.] I'd opt to stay home mand take my chances!\t\n My heart goes out to those patients in need,\t\n Msconcerned ...read more
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By ROSENASENTIALS Adult Companion Care November 28, 2014
Misconception #1 REVERSE MORTGAGES ARE ONLY FOR DESPERATE SENIORS, OR FOR THE “HOUSE RICH, CASH POOR.” INCORRECT. The reverse mortgage is an excellent financial planning tool that has been used by homeowners from all walks of life to enhance their retirement years. While some have needed the cash from a reverse mortgage more than others, the growing popularity of this product is evidence of its benefit in a wide array of financial circumstances. Am I eligible for a reverse mortgage? To qualify for a reverse mortgage, you must: Be at least 62 years old. In the case of a couple or co-owners, both must be 62 if their names appear on the title to the home. ·Be a homeowner with equity in your home. You may qualify even if you have an outstanding balance on your first mortgage. Single-family homes and qualified condominiums, townhouses, manufactured homes, and 1- to 4- family owner-occupied residences are eligible. Cooperative apartments may be eligible by year-end 2002. If one spouse or co-owner is under 62, that person’s name must be removed from the title so that the other person can qualify for the reverse mortgage. Misconception #2 YOUR HOME MUST DEBT-FREE TO QUALIFY FOR A REVERSE MORTGAGE. INCORRECT. Even seniors with an outstanding first mortgage or some other debt on heir home may qualify for a reverse mortgage. The proceeds of the reverse mortgage, though, must first be used to pay off such debts. How much money can I get? This depends on a few factors, including your age at the time of loan closing, the value of your home, the amount of built-up home equity, and interest rates at the time of origination. Other factors are the type of reverse mortgage product and particular payment option you select. Calculators that can help you estimate how much you could receive under different products and payment options are available at NRMLA’s Web site (http://www.reversemortgage.org), lenders and counselors. What are my payment options? You decide how to receive the money generated by a reverse mortgage. In general, your payment options are: An upfront lump sum payment; Line of credit; Fixed monthly payments for as long as you remain in your home (or a predetermined, shorter period); or, if you choose. A combination of monthly income and line of credit. How much does a reverse mortgage cost? What are the upfront and closing fees? Many of the same costs of home purchase mortgages apply to reverse mortgages. You can expect to be charged an origination fee, an upfront mortgage insurance fee (for FHA Home Equity Conversion Mortgages, or HECMs), an appraisal fee, and certain other standard closing costs. In most cases these fees and costs are capped and may be financed as part of the reverse mortgage. Do I need to get an appraisal of my home to get a reverse mortgage? Yes. Since the value of your home is a factor in determining how much money you can get from a reverse mortgage, an appraisal is required. Normally the lender will order the appraisal, which is paid for by the borrower at the time of application. Do I need a lawyer to apply for a reverse mortgage? Legal counsel if not required. However, NRMLA encourages you to seek the advise of a legal, tax, or financial advisor before committing to a reverse mortgage. Misconception #3 THE BANK OWNS THE HOME AFTER YOU GET A REVERSE MORTGAGE. INCORRECT. You own your home and retain title throughout the life of the reverse mortgage. Once you permanently move out of your home or pass it to your estate, the loan must be repaid. Am I required to receive counseling before I get a reverse mortgage? Yes. Counseling, one of the safeguards of reverse mortgages, is required for all three current reverse mortgage products before you can obtain a loan. Is the money from a reverse mortgage taxable income? Will it affect my Social Security benefits or other government benefits? Funds from a reverse mortgage are tax-free; it’s your money, not additional income. A reverse mortgages does not affect regular Social Security or Medicare benefits. To assess the impact, if any, on other federal or state assistance or medical programs, you may wish to consult with your local Area Agency on Aging (to locate, call 1-800-677-1116, or visithttp://eldercare.gov), a reverse mortgage lender, or a tax attorney. Who owns title to my home while my reverse mortgage is outstanding – the bank or me? You retain title to your home during the period when you have a reverse mortgage, just the same as with a regular home purchase mortgage. Am I required to pay anything during the course of the reverse mortgage loan? No. The flow of payments is reversed during the term of the reverse mortgage – the lending institution pays you. However, you are responsible for keeping up payments for your homeowner’s insurance and property taxes, and to maintain the condition of your home. Are there any limits on how I can use the funds from a reverse mortgage? No. Borrowers have spent the funds from reverse mortgages for a variety of purposes. Among these have been to pay health care expenses, supplemental retirement income, home improvements, home modifications, higher education, gifts to others, and long term care insurance premiums. Some have used a reverse mortgage to purchase recreational vehicles, start a small business, and travel the Amazon. Some have used reverse mortgages to eliminate expenses by paying off mortgages and credit card debt. The only limit on how you use a reverse mortgage is your imagination. What is the interest rate on a reverse mortgage and how is it determined? The interest rate varies by type of reverse mortgage. Ask me for details. Misconception #4 WHEN A REVERSE MORTGAGE COMES DUE, THE BANK SELLS THE HOME. INCORRECT. When the loan must be repaid, you or your heirs can either pay the balance due on the reverse mortgage and keep the home, or sell the home and use the proceeds to pay off the reverse mortgage. How much will be owed when my reverse mortgage comes due? The amount that is owed to the lender typically includes the amount borrowed to date, the amount of accrued interest, accrued mortgage insurance premiums (for the HECM), servicing fees, and any other costs and fees financed as part of the loan amount. In no event will the repayment amount exceed the value of the home at the time that the loan comes due. There are no prepayment penalties for the current reverse mortgage products. What happens if I move out of my house after I get a reverse mortgage? Once you no longer occupy your home as your principal residence for more than one year, the reverse mortgage comes due and must be repaid. Similarly, if you sell your house, the reverse mortgage comes due. What happens when my house gets passed to my heirs? Once your home is passed to your heirs, the reverse mortgage comes due. Your heirs may either pay the balance due on the reverse mortgage and keep the home, or sell the home and use the proceeds to pay off the reverse mortgage. If they sell the home, they get to keep any excess sales proceeds. Next Generation Financial Services is a 1 Mariner Bank Joint Venture created to bring new unique applications of financial products to the marker. 1 Mariner Bank is a leading mortgage lender in the mid-Atlantic region, originating over $1 billion in mortgages annually. 1 Mariner Bank is ranked as one of the top 100 fastest growing businesses in Fortune Small Business magazine. ...read more
By Reverse Mortgages Baltimore Maryland April 14, 2009
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Although we hope everyone will recover from an illness or old age, this is oftentimes not the case. In some situations, there is nothing that can be done to restore a person’s health. However, hospice care can make the end of one’s life much more comfortable through physical, e... ...read more