THE NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT PROGRAM
WHAT Provides financial support to help family and informal caregivers care for their loved ones at home for as long as possible. Financial help is provided for respite care, home modifications and other caregiver support services.
WHYTo fund a range of supports that assist family and informal caregivers to care for their loved ones at home for as long as possible and to help reduce caregiver depression, anxiety, and stress.
WHERE U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Administration on Aging.
Across the USA.
Administration on Aging.
Across the USA.
Program Description
“Families are the major provider of long-term care, but research has shown that caregiving exacts a heavy emotional, physical and financial toll. Many caregivers who work and provide care experience conflicts between these responsibilities. Twenty two percent of caregivers are assisting two individuals, while eight percent are caring for three or more. Almost half of all caregivers are over age 50, making them more vulnerable to a decline in their own health, and one-third describe their own health as fair to poor.”
-aoa.acl.gov
The National Family Caregiver Support Program provides:
- Information to caregivers about available services.
- Financial Assistance to caregivers in gaining access to services.
- Individual counseling, organization of support groups, and caregiver training.
- Respite care.
- Supplemental services on a limited basis.
Examples of financial help include: - Respite Care Funding
- Home and Bathroom Modifications
- Bathing Devices
- Emergency Response Life Line Systems
- Ramp Installation
- Lift Chairs
- Wheelchairs
- Air Conditioning
- Appliance Repair
- Medical Supplies such as Incontinence supplies and other items
- Transportation
source:aoa.acl.gov,seniorresourcesec.org,
Aging Programs
Elderly Caregiver
Elderly Caregiver Support Programs
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