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Overwhelmingly, older adults in NH report that they prefer home care, but the current economic situation is making it difficult for them to stay home. Over 350 individuals attended Community Listening Sessions hosted by the Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services during the spring and summer of 2008. Participants recommended that local communities as well as the state should work to increase support for family caregivers, access to a range of person-centered services and supports, and the availability of a high quality direct care workforce. Other issues raised included engaging community partners, transportation, affordable housing, dental care, communication, mental health, and socialization.

For more information, visit http://www.dhhs.state.nh.us/DHHS/BEAS/.