ALBANY, N.Y. ( NEWS10 ) — An Albany mother is working to help hundreds of medically fragile families across the state, including her own. With high care demands and in-home nursing shortages, Linda Molina, is hoping to get a New York State Assembly bill passed that she said can change everything.
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Linda Molina doesn’t start her mornings like most moms. Along with working as a care manager, Linda also cares for her medically fragile daughter — which she said can also be 24/7. Linda’s daughter, Jadyn has mitochondria disorder, a health condition that requires ongoing medical attention.
“It’s extremely challenging and that’s why, right now, I have to take paid time leave,” said Linda. “And I’m concerned about how I’m going to be paying the bills the next 3 months.”
Linda believes nurses are vital for medically fragile families. However, nationwide nursing shortages are especially affecting in-home care.