HHSC Launches Campaign in Support of Family Caregivers | https://www.hhs.texas.gov/
HHSC Launches Campaign in Support of Family Caregivers | https://www.hhs.texas.gov/
HHSC Launches Campaign in Support of Family Caregivers
HHSC has launched the Strengthen the Care You Give caregiving campaign to help Texans learn about the role of the family caregiver, highlight issues associated with caregiving, and build awareness of available services and supports.
At some point in our lives, most of us will be a family caregiver or receive the help of a family caregiver. According to the RAISE Family Caregivers Act (PDF), informal or family caregivers are unpaid people of any age who provide a range of assistance to a person with a chronic or other health condition, disability or functional limitation.
“The family caregiver is such a vitally important role,” said Community Services Deputy Executive Commissioner Haley Turner. “This campaign seeks to recognize the value of family caregivers and the selfless contributions they provide, often going unnoticed or recognized, to their loved ones.”
Being a caregiver can involve complex tasks, like medical care, food preparation, assistance with hygiene activities and transportation. While it can be incredibly rewarding and bring the caregiver and care recipient closer, it can also come with challenges. The support that family caregivers provide is invaluable and often gives the care recipient the opportunity to live as independently as possible.
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