Self Directed Care News Today

A Val Caron family says they are overwhelmed by the pressures of setting up and monitoring private health - or self-directed - care for their son who needs around-the-clock attention.

Little Alex needs around-the-clock care and more support from the provincial government, his parents say.

NAMI of Collier hosts 21st annual Hope Shines Walk at Baker Park on May 6

The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services published a finalMedicaid rule that permits Medicaid recipients to self-direct their own health care and supportive services. The rule is a greatvictory for persons with disabilities.