"Currently, a variety of programs and services offer help and encouragement to family caregivers. The National Family Caregiver Support Program and the Lifespan Respite Care Act include important resources for caregivers of children and adults, with opportunities to receive much-needed assistance and take part in support programs with other families."Here is a list of excellent websites that provide caregiving information:
- Caregiver's Resources from USA.gov
- Family Caregiving 101
- AXA Foundation Family Care Resource Clearinghouse - caregiving resources are listed by topic or by keyword and each one is rated using a four star system.
- Medicare Basics for Caregivers
- Family Caregiver Alliance
- National Clearinghouse for Long-term Care Information
- Caregiver Support Information from Healthfinder.gov
- Planning Checklists for Caregivers
- Alzheimer's Association
These websites help you to find government benefits:
The Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas is a local agency which provides:
- a caregiver handbook
- respite care
- caregiver counseling
- chore services
- medical supplies, such as nutritional supplements
- a senior helpline (1-800-963-5337 for local calls or 1-727-217-8111 for out of area)
