Simplifying Access to Health and Social Benefits for Family Caregivers
This act aims to simplify processes, forms, and communications for family caregivers assisting individuals with Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and Social Security programs. Citizens providing care will gain easier access to essential information and support, reducing bureaucracy and stress associated with administrative tasks. The changes are intended to improve service quality and shorten waiting times for assistance.
Key points
Simplifying procedures and forms for family caregivers in Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and Social Security programs.
Reducing the number of documents and information caregivers must repeatedly provide to government agencies.
Improving communication with agencies, including shorter call wait times, better websites, and access to translation services.
Ensuring agency employees receive training to better understand the needs of family caregivers.
Requiring reports on progress and recommendations for federal law changes to further support caregivers.
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