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Source: Alzheimer’s Association
Description:
Informative booklet for paid providers; also useful for family caregivers
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Source: U.S. Administration on Aging
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The first step to finding resources for older adults in any U.S. community.
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Source: IlluminAge Communication Partners
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Information on identifying your needs, working with an agency vs. private hire, and managing the relationship. Includes worksheet to use in hiring process.
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Source: MetLife/National Alliance for Caregiving
Description:
Online guidebook offers information and resources for family caregivers about important considerations if they are seeking to hire an individual to provide services for a loved one who requires assistance.
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Source: Family Caregiver Alliance
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Assessing your loved one's needs, finding the right service providers
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Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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Information about home care, community-based services, medical foster home care, hospice and adult day services
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Source: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
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Tool for comparing how well the home health agencies in your area care for their patients.
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Source: Consumers Union
Description:
Overview and updates from "Consumer Reports" about purchasing and using home health devices
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Source: National Association for Home Care
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Types of services, selecting the right provider, what to do if a problem develops
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Source: AARP
Description:
Information from AARP about skilled nursing facilities, assisted living, home health and other senior living options
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Description:
Consumer information from association representing the interests and concerns of home care agencies, hospices, and home care aide organizations.
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Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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Site provides a wide range of information and options to help consumers plan for future long-term care needs
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Description:
Webite offers consumer information for patients and caregivers about home care services.
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Source: National Association of State Units on Aging
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Links to State and Area Agencies on Aging in all 50 states; most include comprehensive list of local resources for seniors.
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Source: MetLife/National Association for Caregiving
Description:
Online booklet for patients and family about selecting and working with a home care agency
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Description:
Information from national association for not-for-profit, community based home health organizations known as Visiting Nurse Associations (VNAs).
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Source: IlluminAge Communication Partners
Description:
Questions to ask when selecting a person to come into the home to help with personal care needs and household chores.
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