For many of us in the United States, military service touches our lives, whether through family, friends, or our communities. Our veterans have sacrificed so much and genuinely deserve our heartfelt gratitude, compassion, and care. Sadly, many of these brave individuals feel isolated and face daily challenges with tasks most of us take for granted, like preparing meals, keeping up with household chores, or managing their own wellbeing.
As veterans grow older, it becomes more important to provide the support they need to remain independent at home. After years spent in service to our country, these individuals deserve dignity, comfort, and attentive care. By investing in the health of our senior veterans, we help them enjoy a higher quality of life and honor their commitment to us all.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recognizes these needs and provides veterans home care funding in Eugene, OR, to assist servicepeople and their loved ones. What many families don't realize is that long-term care options - including in-home care - are included in programs like ameriCARE's Veteran CARE services.
Today, many of our veterans are vulnerable to a variety of issues that can impact their quality of life. However, through our Veteran CARE services, we're able to provide customized, compassionate care that addresses those issues and provides families like yours with peace of mind. Whether they're returning from combat with new health challenges or simply need an extra hand throughout the day as they age, our team is here to help.
Our agency owners are dedicated to guiding veterans through the process of accessing their benefits and understanding their eligibility. This important service, available at many of our franchise locations, empowers veterans to overcome the often confusing world of entitlements. With empathy and expertise, we strive to honor veterans by delivering personalized care and knowledgeable guidance, supporting them in living fuller, more independent lives.
The VA offers valuable benefits that include coverage for home health aide and homemaker services to veterans who require help with daily living activities. Through collaboration with one of our care partners, we learned that, out of more than 8 million veterans in the VA healthcare system aged 65 and older, only about 150,000 are utilizing this support. This means fewer than 2 percent of eligible veterans are getting the care they've rightfully earned. In some cases, such as with "Aid and Attendance," surviving spouses of veterans may also be eligible for benefits.
ameriCARE is committed to linking veterans and seniors nationwide with compassionate, highly trained caregivers from their own communities. We're proud to say that our mission goes beyond care - in fact, we're happy to help guide veterans and their families through the complexities of the VA system, offering hands-on support during the entire approval process. Many of our franchise owners team members are veterans themselves, who are dedicated to ensuring you or your loved one receives reliable, personalized care at home.
Regardless of how long they served, many military veterans leave service with a litany of health issues - both mental and physical. Some of the most common problems that older veterans face after leaving the military include
Research from the National Center for PTSD reveals that as many as 23% of veterans will experience post-traumatic stress disorder during their lifetime. For some, symptoms may not surface until later years, often following retirement. Notably, the development or worsening of PTSD in older adults has been linked to an increased risk of dementia, suggesting a complex relationship between trauma and cognitive decline as veterans age.
A recent study featured in the National Library of Medicine examined the prevalence of malnutrition among older veterans receiving home-based primary care. The researchers discovered that 15% of these individuals were classified as malnourished, highlighting a significant health concern within this population. Malnutrition in elderly veterans can lead to a range of complications, such as weakened immune response, slower recovery from illness, and increased risk of hospitalization. These issues underscore the need for veterans home care funding in Eugene, OR that helps seniors with eating and nutrition challenges.
Studies show that older veterans face a 25% higher likelihood of reporting multiple chronic health issues compared to their nonveteran peers. This trend underscores the unique health challenges veterans may encounter as they age, which often stem from service-related injuries, stress, and more.
Veterans often carry the weight of their service, having endured challenging circumstances and shouldered responsibility for the security of others. As they grow older, preserving their sense of independence becomes deeply intertwined with their mental and emotional health. For many, shifting from self-reliance to accepting help with everyday activities can be a significant adjustment.
A skilled caregiver who understands veterans' unique backgrounds can make this transition smoother. Building trust through respect for personal boundaries, clear communication, and trauma-informed care is essential to fostering a strong partnership between veterans and their in-home caregivers.
Many ameriCARE locations provide their caregivers with specialized training to better support our veterans as veteran cases can be complex and deserve tailored care.
Our caregivers offer support with meal preparation, grocery shopping, and managing dietary needs. They also encourage healthy habits and lifestyle choices, ensuring you or your loved one receives personalized nutrition and wellness guidance.
Tasks like bathing, using the restroom, getting dressed, and maintaining oral hygiene can become challenging because of aging or ongoing health conditions. Our dedicated caregivers are specially trained to assist with these personal routines and always prioritize the veteran's comfort, privacy, and self-esteem.
A tidy living space does more than promote good hygiene. It fosters a sense of comfort, security, and overall wellbeing. Our caregivers help with everyday household tasks, making sure your home remains a safe, inviting, and organized environment.
When driving becomes a challenge, whether for you or a veteran family member, our caregivers step in to help. They can handle errands such as grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions, ensuring appointments are kept, and providing reliable support for many other daily needs.
In-home caregivers from ameriCARE are dedicated to supporting your loved one's mobility and safety. From accompanying them on short walks to guiding them through physical therapy routines, we help promote regular movement and keep them engaged in activities that support their health and independence.
Our caregivers foster engagement by offering gentle support and uplifting encouragement. We create opportunities for veterans to participate in enriching activities, make social connections, and develop genuine bonds with their in-home caregivers.
We can accompany you or the older veteran in your life to medical appointments. We can also help relay any information or instructions provided by doctors.
Coping with the effects of aging, disability, or recovery from injury often involves juggling multiple medications with specific timing and dosages. Our caregivers can help ensure that you or your veteran loved one receives the correct medications at the right times, providing peace of mind while supporting overall health.
Our comprehensive care extends to beloved pets as well. We can assist with daily dog walks, feeding routines, arranging transportation for vet visits, and maintaining pet hygiene. By helping with day-to-day chores like pet care, we help enhance the wellbeing of senior veterans and their animal companions.
While many veterans have a primary care physician or a home health care professional, they may still need a real human connection beyond medical care. Veteran-funded home care can help you or your loved one maintain a more balanced life, one visit at a time. That's where ameriCARE comes in. We work tirelessly to connect dedicated, welltrained, and dependable caregivers to veterans across the United States.
If you're looking for a locally-owned home care company that provides veterans with personalized support, Request More Info today. It would be our honor to help you and your family navigate the VA and to act as your liaison throughout the benefit approval process.
Ready to get started on your journey with ameriCARE? Request More Info today to schedule your consultation and learn more information about how we can assist you or your senior loved one.
EUGENE, ORE. - Travelers in Mexico faced unexpected challenges over the weekend as chaos erupted after the death of notorious cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes or "El Mencho" by Mexican Special Forces, leading to lockdowns at resorts.Todd Zimmerman, a Springfield resident, vacationing with his wife and friends, described the unsettling scene on Sunday morning."When we woke up Sunday morning, it just looked like fires all over the city. And we really weren't quite sure what was going on until I got a phone ...
EUGENE, ORE. - Travelers in Mexico faced unexpected challenges over the weekend as chaos erupted after the death of notorious cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes or "El Mencho" by Mexican Special Forces, leading to lockdowns at resorts.
Todd Zimmerman, a Springfield resident, vacationing with his wife and friends, described the unsettling scene on Sunday morning.
"When we woke up Sunday morning, it just looked like fires all over the city. And we really weren't quite sure what was going on until I got a phone call from somebody that said, hey, man, have you been on Instagram? You know what's going on down there? So after that, they pretty much locked us down in the resort," Zimmerman said.
Travel agent Carolyn Voris of Premier Travel emphasized the importance of booking trips through a travel agency amid such disruptions.
"If you're flying and your flights are delayed for other reasons, pretty easy to get a hold of us versus trying to get a hold of either the airlines or getting hold of your online travel agency that you booked with. They're not as easy to get through. You might be on hours. You book with us. We're here to help you make those changes. Call us, and we're the ones that are going to be working on your behalf," Voris said.
Voris also mentioned that travel remains busy, and Premier Travel is closely monitoring the situation in Mexico.
Eugene resident, Margaret Stevenson shared her experience of being in a locked-down timeshare, though the situation eventually improved.
"You can go out if you want. A lot of people are not leaving the hotel. All hotels and resorts was on a code red. No one left anything, which was good. They were very, very open and made it very secure as best they could," Stevenson said.
The dreary February weather persists, but so do we. There are plenty of ways to fill evenings and spare moments this week in Eugene and Springfield. Two local shows will take center stage: "Cinderella" and "Much Ado About Nothing," both putting a local spin on classic tales that an audience might think they know. In a more modern sense, DJ Pauly D will be performing at The McDonald Theatre, bringing the Jersey Shore to Lane County.Two local art groups round out our events list this week, with a new art show being d...
The dreary February weather persists, but so do we. There are plenty of ways to fill evenings and spare moments this week in Eugene and Springfield. Two local shows will take center stage: "Cinderella" and "Much Ado About Nothing," both putting a local spin on classic tales that an audience might think they know. In a more modern sense, DJ Pauly D will be performing at The McDonald Theatre, bringing the Jersey Shore to Lane County.
Two local art groups round out our events list this week, with a new art show being displayed at MECCA and an Emerald Literary Guild hosted event at the Downtown Library.
The Eugene Ballet and Orchestra Next are teaming up to bring "Cinderella" to the main stage at The Hult Center from Feb. 20 to the 22. The ballet will be performing Toni Pimble's version of the fairytale, where the fairy godmother and fairies from the four seasons guide a magical transformation that leads to the royal ball.
For captivating sets, beautiful costumes, and mesmerizing dancing, see "Cinderella" on Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 21 at 2 p.m., or Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. The Hult Center is located at 1 Eugene Center. Tickets for the ballet can be bought online at hultcenter.org.
Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!Are you a "Jersey Shore" fan? A fan of dance music? Both? If you answered yes to any of the prior questions, you're in luck. Pauly D of "Jersey Shore" fame, recently anointed with the title of DJ, will be performing at The McDonald Theatre on Feb. 21. Get your dancing shoes ready and your bump-its primed on for a night of partying.
DJ Pauly D will be performing on Feb. 21 at 8 p.m. at The McDonald Theatre, located at 1010 Willamette St. in Eugene. Tickets for the show can be bought online at mcdonaldtheatre.com, or in person at the box office starting at 5 p.m. the day of.
The Museum of Techno Arts will be showcasing their new exhibit, "Exostoria Mechanica: Lost Fragments," at MECCA this February. The exhibit launched during the First Friday Artwalk, and features local artists like Robert Bolman, Alan Ott, Steve La Riccia, Barbara Bakalarovia, Joe Mross, and Max Rink.
The show is a fusion of art and technology with industrial themes that reflect human invention, retrofuturism, and imaginative machines of the future. The show will be open during store hours, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. MECCA is located at 555 High St. in Eugene.
On Feb. 18, the Emerald Literary Guild will be hosting "Windfall Reading: Goss, Williams and Barton" at the Downtown Eugene Public Library. Authors Erica Goss, Evan Morgan Williams, and Rachel Barton will be discussing their works. The event takes place at the Downtown Library at 100 W. 10th Ave. in Eugene from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
"Much Ado About Nothing" is one of Shakespeare's comedies, a tale about love, deception, and misunderstandings that unfold as two couples navigate romance and rivalry in a lively Italian town. This February, the Oregon Country Fair and South Eugene Theater are teaming up to bring Eugene a fresh take on the bard's classic.
Pre-show activities include henna and face painting, a drum circle, and live music. "Much Ado About Nothing" will run Feb. 19 to the 21 at 7 p.m., and Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. at 400 E. 19th Ave.
Samantha Pierotti is the food, drinks and "things to do" reporter for The Register-Guard. With tips on restaurants and local happenings, you can reach her via email at [email protected].
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