OPINION: 'Too often, veterans feel forgotten. We cannot forget our vets when it comes to their long-term care,' writes Vail resident and home care worker Becca Caneloz.
This past Christmas I baked one of my specialties, lemon meringue cups, and brought them to the veterans I care for as a home care worker. This was just a small gesture to honor their service and sacrifices for our country. Our nation’s vets have given so much to us, but I’m extremely concerned they’re not being given the long-term care that they deserve in return.
Home care services – and those of us who provide them – are absolutely essential for the overall well-being of veterans. But because of limited program choices, skyrocketing demand, and a shortage of workers, many veterans increasingly can’t find anyone to care for them. The VA should create an additional option that empowers vets to choose who provides their care – including family, friends, and fellow veterans – and direct how their care is delivered. Vets also need to receive support to lift the burden of clerical tasks like payroll.
Broadening home care choices also saves taxpayers money. Because of reduced overhead, the average cost for home care is around $5,500 a year per veteran, versus $98,000 for nursing home care.
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