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Desperate for Home Care, Seniors Often Wait Months With Workers in Short Supply


Jul 1, 2021
CASTINE, Maine For years, Louise Shackett has had trouble walking or standing for long periods, making it difficult for her to clean her house in southeastern Maine or do laundry. Shackett, 80, no longer drives, which makes it hard to get to the grocery store or doctor.
Her low income, though, qualifies her for a state program that pays for a personal aide 10 hours a week to help with chores and errands.
“It helps to keep me independent,” she said.
But the visits have been inconsistent because of the high turnover and shortage of aides, sometimes leaving her without assistance for months at a time, although a cousin does help look after her. “I should be getting the help that I need and am eligible for,” said Shackett, who has not had an aide since late March. ....

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