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Online Guide for Senior Citizens Resources in the USA

Federal Whistleblower Protection in Jeopardy

Number 6 in the Top 25 Censored Stories for 2007!

Special Counsel Scott Bloch, appointed by President Bush in 2004, is overseeing the virtual elimination of federal whistleblower rights in the U.S. government.The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC), the agency that is supposed to protect federal employees who blow the whistle on waste, fraud, and abuse is dismissing hundreds of cases while advancing almost none. According to the Annual Report for 2004 (which was not released until the end of first quarter fiscal year 2006) less than 1.5 percent of whistleblower claims were referred for investigation while more than 1000 reports were closed before they were even opened. Only eight claims were found to be substantiated, and one of those included the theft of a desk, while another included attendance violations. Favorable outcomes have declined 24 percent overall, and this is all in the first year that the new special counsel, Scott Bloch, has been in office.

Bloch, who has received numerous complaints since he took office, defends his first thirteen months in office by pointing to a decline in backlogged cases.
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Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning After an Emergency

Generators, grills, camp stoves, or other gasoline, propane, natural gas, or charcoal-burning devices should never be used inside a home, basement, garage, or camper - or even outside near an open window.
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Upper GI Series

The upper gastrointestinal (GI) series uses x rays to diagnose problems in the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (first part of the small intestine). It may also be used to examine the small intestine. The upper GI series can show a blockage, abnormal growth, ulcer, or a problem with the way an organ is working.
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What is Medicare?

Medicare is our country’s health insurance program for people age 65 or older. Certain people younger than age 65 can qualify for Medicare, too, including those who have disabilities and those who have permanent kidney failure or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig’s disease). The program helps with the cost of health care, but it does not cover all medical expenses or the cost of most long-term care.
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Federal Whistleblower Protection in Jeopardy

Special Counsel Scott Bloch, appointed by President Bush in 2004, is overseeing the virtual elimination of federal whistleblower rights in the U.S. government.The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC), the agency that is supposed to protect federal employees who blow the whistle on waste, fraud, and abuse is dismissing hundreds of cases while advancing almost none. According to the Annual Report for 2004 (which was not released until the end of first quarter fiscal year 2006) less than 1.5 percent of whistleblower claims were referred for investigation while more than 1000 reports were closed before they were even opened. Only eight claims were found to be substantiated, and one of those included the theft of a desk, while another included attendance violations. Favorable outcomes have declined 24 percent overall, and this is all in the first year that the new special counsel, Scott Bloch, has been in office.
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seniorsofillinois.com

Link and Resource Directory for Seniors living in Illinois
Having trouble seeing things on your computer screen? Around the age of 45, many people find their eyes start to lose the ability to adjust their focus to see objects that are neat. Our site is very easy to read. Have a look!
seniorsofillinois.com

Link and Resource Directory for Seniors living in Illinois
Your Internet Community – Your News – Your Health – Your Stories – Your Friends – Your Family – Your Photos – You can also Exchange Social Calenders, share recipes, photos, and more!
seniorsofoillinois.com

Directory for Seniors in Illinois
Need a caretaker, housekeeper, shopper, ride anywhere? We can help link you up. We can also provide you with a directory of local civic engagement and employment opportunities for adults over the age of 55 who wish to re-enter the workforce.
www.seniorsinillinois.com

Link and Resource Directory for Seniors living in Illinois
Your Internet Community – Your News – Your Health – Your Stories – Your Friends – Your Family – Your Photos – You can also Exchange Social Calenders, share recipes, photos, and more!
www.seniorsofoillinois.com

Retire in Illinois
We have jam-packed "Retire in Illinois" with resources to assist seniors and their families in making the decisions and accessing the services they need. We can help!
retireinillinois.com

Link and Resource Directory for Seniors living in Illinois
Having trouble seeing things on your computer screen? Around the age of 45, many people find their eyes start to lose the ability to adjust their focus to see objects that are neat. Our site is very easy to read. Have a look!
www.seniorsofillinois.com

Directory for Seniors in Chicago
Your Internet Community – Your News – Your Life – Your Stories – Your Friends – Your Family – Your Photos – At "Seniors In Chicago" you can Exchange Social Calenders, share recipes, photos, and more!
seniorsinchicago.com

Directory for Seniors in Chicago
Your Internet Community – Your News – Your Life – Your Stories – Your Friends – Your Family – Your Photos – At Seniors In Chicago you can Exchange Social Calenders, share recipes, photos, and more!
www.seniorsinchicago.com

News and Information for Seniors in Illinois
We have jam-packed this website with resources to assist seniors and their families in making the decisions and accessing the services they need. We can help!
www.seniorsofoillinois.info

Link and Resource Directory for Seniors living in Illinois
Having trouble seeing things on your computer screen? Around the age of 45, many people find their eyes start to lose the ability to adjust their focus to see objects that are neat. Our site is very easy to read. Have a look!
seniorsofillinois.com