An email from the VA Caregiver Support program contained this important message that really is helpful for anyone who is a caregiver. The videos offer
“The New Home Alone Alliance Video Series Brings Together AARP and VA to Support Family Caregivers. AARP partnered with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), a Home Alone Alliance member, to release a video series instructing family caregivers how to perform mobility-related tasks.
“Please see the evidence-based video series (below) that include input from both practicing clinicians and family caregivers. We encouraged you to view the video series to enhance your Veteran’s care at home and/or share with other Caregivers that may benefit from the instructional series.”
FAMILY CAREGIVING VIDEO SERIES: MOBILITY
ENGLISH:
Preparing Your Home for Safe Mobility
Getting from a Car to a Wheelchair
Using a Walker or Cane and Navigating Stairs
Moving from a Walker to Shower or Bed
SPANISH:
Serie para cuidadores familiares: Cómo preparar tu hogar para la movilidad segura
Serie para cuidadores familiares: Salir del auto a una silla de ruedas
Serie para cuidadores familiares: Cómo usar un andador o un bastón y subir o bajar las escaleras
Serie para cuidadores familiares: Llegar del andador a la ducha o la cama
Serie para cuidadores familiares: Qué hacer cuando alguien se cae
“With VA’s Caregiver Support Line assistance is just a quick phone call away. Whether you’re in need of immediate assistance or have questions about what services you may be eligible for, the caring licensed professionals who answer the support line can:
- Tell you about the assistance available from VA.
- Help you access services.
- Connect you with the Caregiver Support Coordinator at a VA Medical Center near you.
- Just listen, if that’s what you need right now.
“If you’re just getting started with VA, calling the Caregiver Support Line is a great first step to take to learn more about the support that’s available to you.”
