Karen Appert

Gerontologist, PR/Marketing professional, wife, mom, long-time caregiver (among other passions).

[National Alliance for Caregiving @NA4Caregiving]

This #NationalCaregiversDay, we honor the 63M+ #familycaregivers caring for family members around the clock.
Most are unpaid. Many face financial strain. Their health often suffers. Yet they keep showing up.

Explore the full Caregiving in the US report: https://t.co/IZWar4EDCW

[Jason Resendez @jason_r_DC]

Today, the senate voted to reshape American healthcare as we know it, advancing deep #Medicaid cuts that will make life harder for millions of family caregivers. Read @NA4Caregiving's statement here: https://t.co/51nRWifS5n The fight isn't over. Call your members of congress and urge them to reject these cuts!

[Jason Resendez @jason_r_DC]

Family caregivers are the backbone of our nation's long-term care system, 4+ million rely on #Medicaid for their own healthcare coverage. The OBBB would decimate their safety net.

[Jason Resendez @jason_r_DC]

When your aging parent needs medication, you don't "get over it." When your disabled child needs an aid, you don't "get over it." When you're choosing between rent and medical bills, you don't "get over it" ... we don't get over our need for care. #CareCantWait #ProtectMedicaid

[Nicole Jorwic @nicolejorwic]

ICYMI

The fight goes to the Senate where we will make it clear. #NoCutsToMedicaid

[Jason Resendez @jason_r_DC]

Check out this powerful @ABC piece following care advocates at @NA4Caregiving 's #CaregiverNation Summit as they champion support for family caregivers. It's a powerful reminder of the stakes of today's #Medicaid debate https://t.co/yNKMNnrXrG #SaveMedicaid #CareCantWait

[Health Affairs @Health_Affairs]

In her new Forefront article, @AlisonBarkoff from @MilkenInstitute argues that, as the new Congress and administration are beginning to put forward proposals, it is critical to highlight the impact on caregivers and the people they support, and it is equally important to elevate their voices and stories with policy makers. https://t.co/8CAYXTSgI2

[Jason Resendez @jason_r_DC]

We are deeply disappointed that the Older Americans Act and so many other key care provisions were left out of this deal. Caregiving is our common ground and it’s a shame when political theatrics overshadows that reality. #CaregiverNation

[Karen Appert @kmappert]

@virginiafoxx, family caregivers in North Carolina need your support on S.4776 (OAA Reauthorization). We provide $600B in unpaid care & need your vote! The bill: • Extends RAISE Act • Funds vital services • Helps 800k+ caregivers #OlderAmericansAct

[NC Coalition on Aging @NcAging]

Half of #caregivers are lonely, double the U.S. rate. Isolation makes stress, guilt, resentment, anxiety, money worries even harder to bear. It alters the brain, turning difficulty into despair. @kmappert @FriendsTerm @NCSICoalition
https://t.co/2kZEPmFdpZ

[NC Coalition on Aging @NcAging]

@VP to announce plan for Medicare #homecare benefit. Plan would cover services like an in-home aide, aiming to allow families to avoid the high cost of sending older relatives to live in senior facilities. @ahhcnc #caregivers @kmappert @friendsterm https://t.co/sKKx6xhx8N

[NC Coalition on Aging @NcAging]

#disabilities #caregivers @kmappert @FriendsTerm

[NC Coalition on Aging @NcAging]

@wsj: About 80% of Americans want to age at home. Family members put their lives on hold to care for relatives, suffering sleep deprivation and constant worry, plus draining savings. #caregivers @kmappert @aarpnc #familycaregivers (Gift article)
https://t.co/tPk27ZCP9X

[Nicole Jorwic @nicolejorwic]

As usual @aijenpoo clearly explains what’s at stake for #Caregivers #CareWorkers #Seniors and #Disabled people. In order to lower costs for American families, there’s no better investment than #TheCareEconomy

[MomsRising @MomsRising]

Kicking off #LaborDayWeekend celebrating that CARE makes all work possible! 🫧🍭🚌 Thank you to @CaringAcrossGen @aijenpoo #CareOnTour for stopping in Apex, NC to hear from our care champs @RepWileyNickel @JessicaforNC @juliefornc @mayorjacques @AllenBuansi @nicole4apex @rep_rosa_gill @mikewoodward @reneeprice4nc @cervanianc @seiu @ncjustice @justeconomicsnc & more!

[American Association of Caregiving Youth (AACY) @AACYorg]

As we celebrate Labor Day, let's remember the Caregiving Youth whose tireless work often goes unrecognized. Their dedication to caring for their families is a true Labor of Love, providing invaluable support and reducing the need for paid caregiving services. Despite the challenges they face, Caregiving Youth make significant contributions to the caregiving economy in the U.S. Let's continue to advocate for greater support and resources to ensure their well-being and success. ❤️ #CaregivingYouth #LaborDay

[Jason Resendez @jason_r_DC]

This #LaborDay, let's recognize family caregivers: the $600 billion workforce we rarely see. They're the backbone of our healthcare system & economy yet often struggle to put food on the table. It's time we better support our #caregivernation!

[The Wall Street Journal @WSJ]

Midlife, not your 70s or 80s, is when brain changes start to occur that can pave the way toward dementia, according to a growing body of research. Intervening earlier to improve brain health might help you stay sharper as you age. https://t.co/yp8cK6RdVX

[NC Coalition on Aging @NcAging]

Study: One in five #caregivers to elders is over 65 and may face their own health and social challenges. They need help from community health workers, direct payments for their care work, and making respite services available. @@friendsterm @kmappert https://t.co/10cbpDDzmP

[Karen Appert @kmappert]

Tomorrow (Friday, August 30), the #CareCantWait Bus Tour will be in Pleasant Park in Apex, NC at 10:00 am. The event will be highlighting the urgent need for affordable, accessible care and showing how it impacts everyone. #CareOnTour #CareCantWait

[Caring Across Generations #CareCantWait @CaringAcrossGen]

We can’t wait for you to join us at one of our #CareonTour stops! Care isn’t a moment, it's a movement. We’re eager to travel across the country and come together with partner organizations, caregivers, and care advocates to show how care connects us all. https://t.co/tGY4f2dYjC