By Doreen Marshal, Ph.D. During a pandemic, we may not have the opportunity to grieve those that we have lost the way that we may have wanted to. The circumstances that we are in make grief messier than it already…
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New Suicide Prevention Toolkit for Caregivers
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has released its “VA Suicide Prevention Toolkit for Caregivers.” This guide provides caregivers with resources to help them care for both Veterans and themselves. It’s imperative to seek support in times of need and…
Which Face Mask is Most Appropriate for You and Your Loved One?
As Idaho reopens its economy, it is important that we continue to keep our families and communities safe through the use of face masks. The Idaho State Independent Living Council developed a face mask guide to help individuals identify which…
Are you Caring for Someone with Dementia?
Did you know the Alzheimer’s Association has a free 24/7 Helpline available at 800.272.3900, online, or through chat? The helpline is staffed by master-level clinicians and offers translation services in more than 170 languages. The helpline can provide assistance with…
Be Careful of COVID-19 Scams
COVID-19 scams have been trending across the country. Please share these potential scams from The U.S. Attorney’s Office and the Nevada Attorney General’s Office with anyone you feel might be at risk. Diagnosis Testing Scams: Scammers offer fake COVID-19 testing kits, particularly…
Better Protections for Nursing Facility Residents
This past week, Justice in Aging and 45 other national and state organizations partnered in sending a letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services requesting better protections for nursing facility residents during COVID-19. The request included the following…
Supporting Vet & Family Caregivers in COVID19
Supporting Military, Veteran, & Family Caregivers During COVID19. This checklist/document was shared by AARP Family Caregiving with the hope we can reach even more of our service members, veterans, and their caregivers. For a printable version click here, checklist.
3 Way to Save Lives and Show the Spread of COVID-19
3 Way to Save Lives and Show the Spread of COVID-19. This document was created and brought to you by the ICA and AARP Idaho. Click here for a printable version. We are so grateful for the partnerships we have…
Nursing Home Questions During a Pandemic
AARP has pulled together some nursing home questions that may be useful during the pandemic, COVID-19. This document also provides information for our Idaho Ombudsman Program.
Questions about disability waiver services?
Do you have questions related to adult developmental disability waiver services and COVID-19? On April 17th, at 1 pm MST, Art Evans will be hosting a special Zoom meeting to answer questions from individuals and family members related to Adult…