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In a recent AARP survey, Kentucky registered voters 45 and older strongly supported proposals to help family caregivers navigate the health care system on their loved ones’ behalf.
More than 8 in 10 respondents said hospitals should record a caregiver’s contact information in the patient’s chart upon admission. More than 9 in 10 support requiring the hospital to keep the caregiver informed when the patient is discharged and requiring the hospital to show the caregiver how to perform follow-up medical tasks the patient will need at home.
Nearly 3 out of 4 Kentucky caregivers have handled complex care such as managing medications or other medical tasks.
To learn more about AARP Kentucky's efforts to help family caregivers in the state, go to aarp.org/ky.
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