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Survey shows decreased long-term care use in individuals with dementia, suggesting need for better caregiver support.
User-initiated service avoidance, compounded by provider restrictions, contributed to decreased LTC use and worsened outcomes for PWDs. Policy responses should strengthen flexible home- and community-based services and provide enhanced caregiver support to ensure care continuity during future public health crises.
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