Caregiver Advise, Record, Enable (CARE) Act

The Caregiver Advise, Record, Enable (CARE) Act is a law that helps ensure family caregivers are involved in a patient’s healthcare. It requires hospitals to ask patients if they want to include a caregiver’s contact information, inform the caregiver about the patient’s care and discharge plans, and provide training or instructions to the caregiver before the patient leaves the hospital. This law aims to improve communication, support caregivers, and promote better recovery outcomes by recognizing their vital role in ongoing care and ensuring they have the information and resources needed.