Remember to Honor our Veterans

Today is Veterans Day, an important time for Americans to pause and consider the sacrifices that have been made by our country’s servicemen and women. Even against great odds, they have defended our way of life with valor and steadfast devotion.

Our appreciation for those who have served our country should go beyond just a single day – especially as they grow older. As veterans age, it’s crucial that we ensure our nation’s heroes are able to access quality, cost-efficient, and dignified care.

In 1972, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) established the Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) program, which provides primary care services to veterans in their homes.

Since HBPC was created, the program as reduced preventable emergency room visits and inpatient hospital days for veterans, resulting in a 24 percent decrease in total healthcare costs.

In 2014, the VA expanded veterans’ access to home healthcare through the Caregiver Support Program, allowing Caregiver Support Coordinators to assist family caregivers of veterans and providing services to aid in caring for their loved ones.

There’s no way to fully repay the debt we owe to those who have served our country, but we can help show our gratitude and give back by providing necessary care in the best possible setting as our veterans grow older. Home healthcare has clearly become one of the single most important aspects of care for veterans.

The home healthcare community celebrates Veteran’s Day every day as we dedicate ourselves to improving the lives of those who defended ours.