CVS Health launches voice-activated medical alert system
By
Joe Jancsurak
Jan 15, 2021
CVS Health has launched a new medical alert system designed to “help give caregivers peace of mind as they monitor a loved one’s safety and well-being through a connected health approach,” said Adam...
One-third of seniors may buy tech to support coordinated care delivery: report
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Joe Jancsurak
Jan 12, 2021
Almost 33% of adults aged 65 or more years are considering purchasing cloud-based technology that supports coordinated care delivery, according to a new report from Parks Associates, “COVID-19: Impact...
Bipartisan legislation expected to provide $10 million to support family caregivers
By
Joe Jancsurak
Dec 22, 2020
The Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act is headed to the president’s desk following unanimous passage by the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives.
Direct care workers speak candidly about COVID-19 in PHI story project
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Joe Jancsurak
Dec 15, 2020
Erika Honan has adequate personal protective equipment but is concerned about getting someone sick. Zulma Torres does her best to be careful. What do these two people have in common? Both are home care...
Pandemic prompts many Americans to prioritize at-home long-term care
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Joe Jancsurak
Dec 10, 2020
A new Nationwide Retirement Institute survey showing how the coronavirus pandemic has affected long-term care decisions points to a clear preference for home care versus nursing homes.
Legislation would provide increased funding for HCBS, worker benefits
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Joe Jancsurak
Dec 09, 2020
Funding for home- and community-based services would increase under legislation introduced Monday by Sen. Bob Casey (D-PA), ranking member of the Senate Special Committee on Aging.
Home health clients feeling physical, mental health effects of pandemic
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Joe Jancsurak
Dec 08, 2020
The long-term physical and mental health effects experienced during the pandemic by older adults who, along with their family caregivers, typically would be served by home healthcare agencies, are a growing...
Study highlights ways caregivers can be more helpful in home settings
By
Joe Jancsurak
Dec 03, 2020
Family caregivers often struggle with medical and nursing tasks, a new study from the University of Missouri’s Sinclair School of Nursing has found. The investigation also revealed that home healthcare...
Home care briefs for Thursday, Dec. 3
Dec 03, 2020
Prospero Health increases access to home-based and virtual care for seniors … AmeriHealth Caritas CEO issues call for caregiver compensation and increased training … AdaptHealth to acquire Aerocare...
Family caregivers for loved one with Alzheimer’s offered free relief
By
Joe Jancsurak
Dec 01, 2020
A new in-home respite program provides family caregivers access to free, short-term relief with the help of in-home care professionals. Created by the East Texas Alzheimer’s Alliance, the program provides...