Commonwealth Fund October 25, 2023
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As many as two-thirds of family caregivers feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, and upset about their work, and they are often unsure of where to turn for help
To better support family caregivers, Medicare could increase coverage of in-home services and expand access to advocates for help in navigating health and social services
Introduction
Medicare beneficiaries have a strong preference for in-home care over institutions such as hospitals and nursing homes, a preference that has only grown during the COVID-19 pandemic. As well as allowing people who are older or have disabilities to be supported in a familiar and safe environment, in-home services are potentially less costly to Medicare than care delivered in inpatient hospital and other institutional settings.1
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