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.
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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…
How to communicate during an emergency
Being able to communicate during an emergency is vital to helping first responders provide the care necessary and to contact your closest loved ones. And as we are aware, communication comes in many forms, from the spoken word, to ASL,…
Request for Funding of the Lifespan Respite Care Act
Thank you, to our national Members of the House, for sending a bipartisan request for funding of the Lifespan Respite Care Act. Idaho, like many other states, relies upon this kind of support to help alleviate the caregiving burdens many…
COVID-19 and Caregiving
The Idaho Caregiver Alliance understands that many of you are trying hard to practice social distancing during COVID-19. We also know that some of you cannot. The best we can do with a virus our loved ones nor we have…
The Boise Screening of To Err is Human
Tomorrow is the day, the Boise screening of To Err is Human is finally here. This event, being hosted by the Center for the Study of Aging and Idaho Caregiver Alliance, will help bring awareness around medical mistakes and how…
Need financing for assistive technology?
The Idaho Assistive Technology Project sent out information about the Idaho Assistive Technology Alternative Finance Program, which can help by providing low-interest loans. These loans can help individuals with disabilities and their families purchase assistive technology, increasing independence, and improve…
ICA Legislative Lunch Updates
ICA Legislative Lunch is this Wednesday at 11:30 AM. Please join us for this opportunity to share your caregiving story and journey with your Idaho Representative or Senator. Event Details: Wednesday, February 26th at 11:30 AM. 1st Floor of the…
A true gift for Valentine’s Day
A true gift for Valentine’s Day, is a gift to the 9th Annual Idaho Caregiver Conference. The conference will be held in Boise this Saturday. If you’re still stuck on what to get that wonderful caregiver in your life, this…
Guardian of a child with Emotional Disturbance?
If you are the legal guardian of a youth with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED), you might qualify for the Idaho Respite Care Voucher Program. This program helps reimburse the cost of a respite care provider and is ran through the…