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Care Giving & Safety

Coeur d'Alene Press | UPDATED 11 years, 9 months AGO
| April 3, 2013 7:22 AM

Caregiver Tips

Are you caring for a loved one and in need of some guidance? Articles and tips to assist in care giving are available free to you. Find them in our Caregiver Tips on our website.

Options Counseling

A person-centered, interactive, decision-support process whereby individuals are supported in their deliberations to determine appropriate long-term care choices. More  »

Relatives as Parents (RAP)

For grandparents or other relatives raising children in their care and in need of information. Interested in finding out about support groups, events or meetings in your community?

See Support tab for services.

Safety & Autonomy

Elder Abuse

Elder abuse is not acceptable. Every person, no matter how young or old, deserves to be safe from harm by those who live with them, care for them, or come in day-to-day contact with them. More  »

Medicare Fraud

Help inform beneficiaries and caregivers on how to spot, stop and report Medicare Fraud. Learn more about fighting billing errors, abuse, and fraud. More  »

Adult Protection Services

Adult Protection Services is responsible for investigating allegations of abuse, neglect and exploitation against vulnerable disabled and senior populations. A vulnerable person is one who is unable to protect themselves due to a physical or mental impairment that affects their judgment or behavior. Learn more about how Adult Protection Services can help you or a loved one. More  »

Emergency Preparedness

The agency has a specific plan as to how they will handle emergencies, whether it relates to maintaining the functions of the office, providing services within the community, or coordinating with Emergency staff at the individual counties. The plan includes a list of all contacts and a description of each staff member's responsibility during a disaster. More  »

Nursing & Assisted Living Residents

Staff and volunteers visit residents in long term care facilities. Residents have rights and are not always able to stand up for their rights without the help of a senior advocate. More  »

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