Direct Care Worker and Family Caregiver Initiative

This month's PHI News includes the Direct Care Worker & Family Caregiver Initiative, a dive into the HCBS Relief Act, a survey on the dementia care workforce, and spotlights a summer intern featuring insights on consumer-directed care during COVID-19. ow.ly/OOPa50Q7ynQ

The Home- and Community-Based Services landscape in the United States is at a critical juncture. In response to this pressing issue, U.S. Senator Bob Casey has introduced the Home and Community-Based Services Relief Act. Learn more here. ow.ly/T9ib50Q5BXt

Finding a home care worker shouldn't be a daunting task, yet many families are facing this challenge every day. The gap between the need for compassionate care and the availability of professionals is growing, and it's time we talk about it. ow.ly/UP8450Q5anU

Read our latest #DirectCareWorker Story - “This work is rewarding in its own right, and I like being able to support individuals’ needs and help them do things they can’t do for themselves.” #caregiving #homecare #aginggracefully ow.ly/eKTZ50Q3ulF

Here are more pictures of the launch of The Direct Care Worker and Family Caregiver Initiative at @NA4Caregiving's Caregiver Nation Summit. Learn more about this collaboration at togetherincare.org! @johnahartford @TogetherInCare

“Together, direct care workers and family caregivers form the backbone of our long-term care system, providing essential support to millions of older adults and people with disabilities.” @jmsturgeon @TogetherInCare @NA4Caregiving ow.ly/X1U850Q1ulF

PHI's @EspinozaNotes and @NA4Caregiving's @jason_r_DC discuss strengthening the relationship between direct care workers and family caregivers. Read more about the Direct Care Worker and Family Caregiver Initiative! #TogetherInCare ow.ly/j13B50Q17Wr