There are many services available to assist family caregivers including: Respite care, in home care, adult day care, transportation, counseling, financial and legal help. The services available here are those available through our CRN member organizations and AAAWM network partners. Also included is a comprehensive list of senior services available through Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan . You can access a comprehensive list of services here.
The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support resources. Since 1991, the Eldercare Locator has been linking those who need assistance with state and local agencies on aging, as well as community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers. Whether help is needed with services such as meals, home care or transportation, or a caregiver needs training and education or a well-deserved break from caregiving responsibilities, the Eldercare Locator is there to point that person in the right direction.
The Eldercare Locator is a public service of the Administration on Aging (AoA), an agency of the U.S. Administration for Community Living.
Contact them at (800) 677-1116 or www.eldercare.gov.
