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1New Mexico Association for Home Care, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA.
Caring : National Association for Home Care Magazine
|August 14, 2001
Summary
New Mexico
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Gerontology
- Public Health Policy
Background:
- The New Mexico Medical Assistance Division established the Medicaid Personal Care service on September 1, 1999.
- This initiative aims to support elderly and disabled individuals within their communities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To enhance the quality of life for disabled and elderly populations.
- To provide an alternative to nursing facility placement.
- To promote independent living for program beneficiaries.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of the Medicaid Personal Care service in New Mexico.
- Focus on community-based care and in-home support services.
Main Results:
- The service enables consumers to reside in their own homes.
- It facilitates the achievement of maximum attainable independence.
- Potential reduction in nursing facility admissions.
Conclusions:
- Medicaid Personal Care service effectively supports independent living for the elderly and disabled.
- The program contributes to improved quality of life and autonomy.
- It serves as a viable alternative to institutional care.