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This bill, called the "In-Home CARE Act", aims to authorize grants to support family caregivers by improving their ability to care for individuals in home settings and reducing the need for institutional care. The bill would establish a competitive grant program administered by the Secretary of Health and Human Services through the Administration for Community Living, awarding 3-year grants to eligible organizations like local government agencies, healthcare entities, and nonprofit organizations. These grants would fund home visiting programs that include comprehensive caregiver assessments, education, and training on complex care tasks such as medication management, wound care, fall prevention, and self-care strategies. Priority will be given to organizations that demonstrate a high likelihood of meeting community needs, use evidence-based programs, provide sustainable services, and offer ongoing support to caregivers. The bill also mandates the creation of a technical assistance center to provide models, training, and information exchange for grantees. Additionally, the Secretary must evaluate the program's success by measuring improvements in care recipients' health outcomes and caregivers' quality of life, and submit a report to Congress with recommendations for potential program expansion or modifications. Ultimately, the bill seeks to support family caregivers by providing resources, training, and support to help them more effectively care for individuals with chronic conditions, disabilities, or functional limitations.

Health and Social Services

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