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Maine Has Lost Over a Thousand Cannabis Caregivers Since 2021

Veriheal

In April 2023, Maine’s Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) reported an exodus of about 1350 cannabis primary caregivers from the state’s medical marijuana market between 2021 to January 2023. Before OCP’s recent survey, there was apprehension about the increasing exit of cannabis caregivers. Who Are Caregivers? Why the Exodus?

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Opinion: Illinois Caregivers Program needs improvement

Illinois News Joint

As discussed in our 6-part series ( Part 3 ) What Illinois cannabis patients really want , according to the Illinois Department of Public Health ’s Guide for Designated Caregivers , “The designated caregiver can purchase medical cannabis on behalf of the patient. A perfect illustration of this would be Cow.

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An Urgent Plea From a Mom and Caregiver

Americans for Safe Access

I’m writing this in desperation. The organization I care so much about, and volunteer my time for, Americans for Safe Access (ASA), is in desperate need of support! ASA is the only national medical cannabis patient organization that is working towards protecting patients.

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Celebrating National Caregivers Day by Honoring Cannabis Caregivers

Veriheal

The third Friday of February is reserved for National Caregivers Day! This is a day designated to show appreciation for caregivers across the nation. The role of a caregiver is a particularly important one that many people depend on. Cannabis caregivers pick up cannabis from dispensaries and deliver it to patients.

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5 Things Caregivers Need to Know About Medical Marijuana

Leafwell

Caregivers are service workers who provide compassionate assistance to individuals who due to age or disability need help performing basic functions of living. Private duty caregivers can be employed through an agency or hired directly by the affected person’s family.

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Supporting a Diabetic Teenager: What Parents/Caregivers Need to Know

United Patients Group

As a caregiver, your teen will lean on you for support. In this article, we will discuss four ways parents/caregivers can help their diabetic teen to successfully manage the condition. Seek Professional Help As the primary caregiver and supporter, you need to educate yourself about the disease.

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Michigan Legislature Introduces Bills to Reduce Caregiver Program

SpeedWeed

Michigan lawmakers proposed three bills yesterday that aim to reduce what caregivers can provide for medical cannabis patients. If passed, the bills would reduce caregiver patients from five to only one, and reduce the number of plants a caregiver can grow from 60 to 12, with an additional 12 plants they’re allowed to grow for personal use.