Hospice News April 19, 2024
Lawmakers in Connecticut and Vermont have recently introduced legislation aimed at protecting hospice and home health workers.
Some stakeholders worry that the laws may impact care continuity among vulnerable homebound terminally ill populations lacking end-of-life support.
Legislators in Vermont recently passed an act related to mental health response service guidelines and social service provider safety, which include community-based hospice providers and home health workers.
However, the bills — if enacted — could come with unintended consequences, according to Lindsey Owen, executive director of Disability Rights Vermont. For instance, some patients may be left with unmet needs due to temporarily discontinued services, discharges or revocations, Owen said.
“This is very much about meeting people where they’re at and meeting their needs...
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