Bringing health care home

Friday, September 28, 2007

Many older Americans are choosing not to seek medical care in nursing homes or other facilities, but have someone assist them in their home. Tess Vigeland talks about the trend with Elinor Ginzler of the AARP.

Elderly woman with walker (iStockPhoto)

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