Family Caregiver Resources

Your care means so much.
As a caregiver, whether you're an adult caring for a parent, a grandparent caring for a child or a spouse caring for your mate, you know how much it means to your loved one. You also enjoy many rewards: companionship, a sense of accomplishment, the satisfaction of caring for one who cared for you, helping your family, and promoting the care recipient's independence.

But it can also be a big commitment.
Sometimes you become so deeply involved in tending to their needs that you forget your own. Burning the candle at both ends can leave you exhausted, emotionally stressed or even ill. You may have also lost touch with other family members and friends, or abandoned your own interests or hobbies because care giving has consumed all of your time. 

You don't have to do it alone.
We know you are doing all you can to ensure your loved one can stay at home. We don't want to take that role away from you, but we can ease your burden.

Our information specialist, experienced and knowledgeable in the issues caregivers face, can:

• Explain to you the many types of support and services available for caregivers and their loved ones.
• Connect you with support or services in the right area – either in our region or elsewhere in the state or country if you are a long distance caregiver.
• Provide you with educational materials, either by mail or through our lending library.  
• Provide a listening ear and guidance for your next step.

You can talk with the information specialist by calling the Senior Help Line at 1-877-538-0508. Other useful links for caregivers can be found here.