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Home care guides for New York families

Practical answers about home care, Medicaid and caring for a parent in New York City — written by our coordinators and reviewed by Anna Klyauzova, MSN, RN.

Avoid the September Asthma Peak Health Conditions and Medication

Avoid the September Asthma Peak

As the summer fades and autumn approaches, many asthma sufferers face an increase in their symptoms, often referred to as the "September asthma peak." This uptick…

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COVID-19 variant update NY august 2023 Health Alerts and Outbreaks

COVID-19 variant update NY august 2023

New York, just like the rest of the US, is currently experiencing the spread of new COVID-19 variants. The BA.2.86 variant is making its presence felt,…

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Vaccinations for older adults in New York 2023 Health Alerts and Outbreaks

Vaccinations for older adults in New York 2023

The year 2023 brings forth new guidelines and recommendations for vaccinations for older adults in New York. With the ongoing evolution of health threats and the…

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Understanding CDPAP and Drug Testing in New York Medicaid, CDPAP and Insurance

Understanding CDPAP and Drug Testing in New York

The Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) is a Medicaid program in New York designed to allow chronically ill or disabled individuals to hire family members…

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Understanding CDPAP Caregiver Duties Medicaid, CDPAP and Insurance

Understanding CDPAP Caregiver Duties

In today's fast-paced world, the need for personalized, at-home caregiving has never been more apparent. Enter CDPAP (Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program), an innovative approach that…

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