Amid staffing shortage, UVM Home Health & Hospice ends 24/7 care for individuals with mobility impairments

Five years ago, Louis LaRose had a stroke, paralyzing the right side of his body. Unable to get around, LaRose, 65, moved to a South Burlington apartment building where he could receive round-the-clock care through University of Vermont Health Network Home Health & Hospice. But the health agency is ending its 24/7 program on Nov. 4 due to staffing problems, forcing LaRose and his neighbors to reduce their care, hire their own caregivers or, possibly, move out.