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Taking care of a loved one who is recovering from surgery or has been recently diagnosed with an illness or medical condition can be both upsetting and time consuming. The situation is often further compounded by the need to understand complicated medical terminology and procedures as well as comprehend ever-changing insurance guidelines, all while trying to provide the best care possible.
Along the way, you’ll undoubtedly have questions and seek advice, so we created this special section, especially for caregivers. It’s full of helpful information on support services, illnesses and conditions, and legal and financial matters. Plus, there are easy-to-read tips and hints. Best of all, it’s at your fingertips whenever you need it, 24 hours, 7 days a week. It’s all been designed to help your loved one and you live a happier, healthier life.
The Visiting Nurse Service of New York (VNSNY) is proud to be nationally recognized for its commitment and innovative programs for helping individuals live healthy lives at home.
Home Health Care 101
Some basic information about home health care
Health Care Guides & Tips
Interactive self-care guides and tips to help you or your family member stay healthy
Ask the Nurse
Got a question about diabetes, heart failure, wound care, or HIV/AIDS?
Support Resources and Health Care Links
Listings of organizations that provide information on a variety of heath care issues to help educate and find ways to cope. Listings include national and local New York City specific organizations.
Legal & Financial Matters
Everything you need to know about a written will, a Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA), a living will, and a health care proxy
Contact Your State Representative, Congressman, Senator, President
Let your leaders know how you feel about funding for home health care and other health care related issues
Glossary of Home Health Care Terms
Home health care definitions from A - Z
Is It Catching?
Is It Catching? is a quick, friendly, easy-to-use reference guide that's designed to help keep your family healthy. Is It Catching? answers all your questions to over 100 common and uncommon infections, from flu, strep, and ear infections to AIDS, anthrax, meningitis, bird flu, Lyme disease, SARS, West Nile Virus and E. Coli. See details, read an excerpt, and buy it now.
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