Veterans: New website for ordering contact lenses
(Source – news.va.gov) Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is introducing an online service for ordering contact lenses, giving Veterans and their
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Caregiver
Stranded in the ER, Seniors Await Hospital Care and Suffer Avoidable Harm
(By Judith Graham for KFF Health News) Every day, the scene plays out in hospitals across America: Older men and
Read MoreNew Medicaid rule expected to lower wait times for home-based care, raise caregiver wages
(By Timmy Broderick for STAT) Caregivers for older adults and people with disabilities could see a bump in their wages
Read MoreVA to expand health care coverage to Veteran family members and caregivers through CHAMPVA
VA will soon expand coverage for medical services, including mental health care, for family members and primary family caregivers participating
Read MoreA caregiver’s journey with advance care planning
(Source – news.va.gov) Seventy-five-year-old Vietnam War Army Veteran Rick Tupper started experiencing complications from heart disease, diabetes and dementia. His
Read MoreA guide to covering LTC expenses
Seniors aged 65 have a nearly 70 percent chance of requiring long-term care services in the future. Of the 3.9
Read MoreVA Video Connect: Where convenience and quality care align
(Source – news.va.gov) VA Video Connect (VVC) makes it easier than ever for caregivers to join the telehealth visits of
Read MoreEmbrace the new year with the Caregiver Support Program
(Source – news.va.gov) The Caregiver Support Program (CSP) wishes all Veterans’ caregivers a happy new year and a warm welcome
Read MoreVideo: 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
Read MoreThese 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
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