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Originally published:<\/strong> 2024-06-04T18:30:00+00:00. Historical source article: benefits, rules, amounts and deadlines may have changed. Check the official source for current information.<\/p>\n

In 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that about 805,000 Americans suffer a heart attack annually and 75-80 percent of the more than 356,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen at home.<\/p>\n

However, if CPR is performed immediately, it can double or even triple the chance of survival. The need for emergency preparedness training did not go unnoticed by Veteran caregivers.<\/p>\n

\u201cCaregivers frequently requested training in CPR techniques so they could be prepared to save their Veteran in a life-threatening emergency,\u201d said Timothy Jobin, deputy director of VA\u2019s Caregiver Support Program (CSP). \u201cNot only did caregivers voice this need, but CSP staff also expressed strong interest in offering the training. Many CSP staff members have talked about how meaningful it has been for them to train caregivers in these lifesaving skills.\u201d<\/p>\n

A lifesaving partnership<\/h2>\n

VA\u2019s CSP and Simulation Learning, Evaluation, Assessment and Research Network (SimLEARN) recognized an opportunity for collaboration. The result, a lifesaving initiative united by CSP\u2019s deep connection to caregivers with SimLEARN\u2019s expertise in simulation training via its Resuscitation Education and Innovation portfolio.<\/p>\n

Together they created a program providing hands-on, immersive sessions where caregivers can practice lifesaving techniques through realistic home-based scenarios. This allows them to gain vital skills and confidence for responding effectively in an emergency at a Veteran\u2019s home before professional responders arrive.<\/p>\n

As of May 2024, more than 160 caregivers across 70 medical centers completed the training following a standardized yet flexible CPR curriculum tailored specifically for Veterans\u2019 caregivers by leveraging the American Heart Association\u2019s \u201cFamily and Friends\u201d CPR model.<\/p>\n

Profound Veteran impact<\/h2>\n

\u201cIf we take great care of caregivers, they will take great care of Veterans,\u201d Jobin said. \u201cProviding CPR training allows caregivers to respond immediately in an emergency situation at home.\u201d<\/p>\n

The early results from the caregiver CPR initiative underscore its profound impact on Veteran care. An impressive 97 percent of participating caregivers reported feeling well-prepared to administer CPR after training. \u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

An extension of VA\u2019s mission<\/h2>\n

This caregiver empowerment initiative reflects VA\u2019s core commitment to optimizing care for Veterans. By extending CPR and future training far beyond medical facilities into home settings, community clinics and even in-home sessions when needed because VA reinforces caregivers\u2019 essential role on the Veteran care team.<\/p>\n

As the program expands its curriculum based on caregiver feedback, caregivers will gain broader competencies in areas like first aid and safe patient transfers facilitating seamless care transitions. Certain locations are also planning to offer the courses in Spanish to increase accessibility for Spanish-speaking caregivers.<\/p>\n

The powerful CSP and SimLEARN collaboration is reshaping how VA delivers as a High-Reliability Organization.<\/p>\n

About the Caregiver Support Program (CSP)<\/h2>\n

CSP promotes the health and well-being of Veteran caregivers through education, resources, support and services. Every VA facility has a CSP team that provides valuable information about resources to help caregivers stay informed and supported as they support Veterans. More information can be found on CSP\u2019s website<\/a> and by contacting local CSP teams<\/a>. To learn more, watch CSP\u2019s SITREP podcast<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs<\/a>. Its Veterans is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. government.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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