House passes bill to train, help caregivers
By Rick Maze - Staff writer
Posted : Tuesday Jul 28, 2009 11:02:28 EDT
Landmark legislation to train family members to provide care for severely wounded veterans — and pay them for it — was approved by the House of Representatives on Tuesday.
The bill, HR 3155, the Caregiver Assistance and Resource Enhancement Act, or CARE Act, also creates a respite care program for caregivers; expands outreach and education programs for families; extends to caregivers the right to get mental health counseling; and, for those who do not have their own health insurance, allows coverage under the Veterans Affairs Department health care program.
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House passes bill to train, help caregivers
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