Video: CPR training for caregivers
(Source – news.va.gov) The VA Caregiver Support Program (CSP) is on a mission to empower caregivers, equipping them with essential
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These pros help keep ailing, aging loved ones safe — but it’s a costly service
(By Ashley Milne-Tyte for NPR) Caring for an older person can be tough, especially if they have complex conditions and
Read MoreCaregiving through the holidays
(source – news.va.gov) The holidays are upon us and VA’s Caregiver Support Program (CSP) offers resources to help caregivers manage
Read MoreDesperate Families Search for Affordable Home Care
(By Reed Abelson, The New York Times – KFF Health News project) It’s a good day when Frank Lee, a
Read MoreCelebrating National Family Caregiver Month
(Source – news.va.gov) November is a significant month for VA as we unite to celebrate National Family Caregiver Month. This
Read MoreWhy Long-Term Care Insurance Falls Short for So Many
(By Jordan Rau and JoNel Aleccia for KFF Health News) For 35 years, Angela Jemmott and her five brothers paid
Read More10 Things About Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS)
(By Priya Chidambaram and Alice Burns for The Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Nov 16, 2023) In 2020, an estimated 5.8
Read MoreFacing Financial Ruin as Costs Soar for Elder Care
(By Reed Abelson, The New York Times and Jordan Rau for KFF Health News) Margaret Newcomb, 69, a retired French
Read MoreWho Will Care for Older Adults? We’ve Plenty of Know-How but Too Few Specialists
(By Judith Graham for KFF Health News) Thirty-five years ago, Jerry Gurwitz was among the first physicians in the United
Read MoreDo dementia villages actually work? We just don’t know
(By Kristina Carvalho for STAT) Recently, dementia villages have gained popularity in Europe and Australia as an all-in-one solution to
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