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Enhanced Home and Community Care for Veterans and Caregivers

The Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act expands and improves home and community-based care programs for veterans, allowing them to remain in their homes instead of institutional settings. It increases support for family caregivers, including respite care, and simplifies access to program information through a centralized website. This aims to enhance the quality of life for veterans and their families by promoting greater independence and comfort.
Key points
Increases the expenditure cap for veteran home care to 100% of nursing home costs, with potential for higher limits if beneficial to the veteran.
Establishes new home care programs: Veteran Directed Care, Home Maker and Home Health Aide, and Home Based Primary Care.
Provides family caregivers of veterans with access to respite care (minimum 14 or 30 days annually) and annual wellness checks.
Creates a centralized website with information on all home and community-based services for veterans, including an eligibility assessment tool.
Launches a pilot program in areas with home health aide shortages, allowing the hiring of nursing assistants to provide veteran care.
Improves coordination of caregiver support programs, ensuring smooth transitions for those no longer eligible for other services.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3854
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2022-03-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Elizabeth Dole Home Care Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3854.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases the expenditure cap for veteran home care to 100% of nursing home costs, with potential for higher limits if beneficial to the veteran.
  • Establishes new home care programs: Veteran Directed Care, Home Maker and Home Health Aide, and Home Based Primary Care.
  • Provides family caregivers of veterans with access to respite care (minimum 14 or 30 days annually) and annual wellness checks.
  • Creates a centralized website with information on all home and community-based services for veterans, including an eligibility assessment tool.
  • Launches a pilot program in areas with home health aide shortages, allowing the hiring of nursing assistants to provide veteran care.
  • Improves coordination of caregiver support programs, ensuring smooth transitions for those no longer eligible for other services.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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