Caregiver
–
friend or family member
who provides regular support and assistance to another person.
Guide
to LTSS/GEC website
–
online information
resource that describes long term care (LTC) services and
supports and provides information about shared decision making
(SDM) as well as Worksheets.
Long
Term Services and Supports (LTSS)
–
a range of services
including home and community based services such as
homemaker/home health aides, and adult day health as well as
residential settings such as assisted living, adult foster care
and nursing homes.
SDM
Worksheet for
Veterans – helps
Veterans consider their long term care needs, explore their
options, and involve others in their long term care planning and
decision making.
Self-Assessment
Worksheet for Caregivers –
helps caregivers or other
support persons identify their needs and the needs of the
Veteran, and think about what help they can provide.
Shared
Decision Making (SDM) –
a structured process in which
the Veteran, their informal caregiver or family and the health
care team work together to make long term care plans and
decisions.