Sepsis is a serious condition that affects many people every year. When someone survives sepsis, their journey to recovery is not straightforward. Moving from hospital care to home care can be tough. This is where the I-TRANSFER project comes in. It aims to make this transition smoother for sepsis s
The landscape of dementia care is shifting. More people with dementia are choosing to stay in their homes. This is a big change from the past, where nursing homes were the go-to option. But this shift brings its own set of challenges. One key player in this change is Medicare-funded home health care
Imagine being 95 years old, relying on others for daily help, and finding yourself in a sudden, violent attack. This is what Dorothy Foye faced in her Harlem apartment. Her home health aide, Oluwanifemi Aborisade, is accused of beating her mercilessly during a dispute over changing bedsheets. Shocki
It's been a year since Governor Hochul blasted the state's Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP), calling it a "racket" that's been taking a toll on taxpayers. The program, which uses state funds to compensate family members who care for loved ones at home, has seen its enrollment sk
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is facing strong opposition from her own party over planned cuts to the state's Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP). The program allows elderly, sick and disabled residents to receive care in their own homes. According to a recent poll, 76% of New Yo
