Caregivers are vigilant about finding out what services are available for their loved one. Many, however, don’t realize that services are available for them as well. In 2000, through the National Family Caregiver Support Program, services became available to provide encouragement and support for family caregivers. This program recognizes the value of family caregivers and the reality that they carry the bulk of the load for long-term care in our country. The services provided through the program are outlined as information, assistance, support, respite, and supplemental services.
But what do these mean for you, the caregiver?
Information about available services. This means you can get your questions answered about what services and options for care are available in your area.
Access to services. Can’t figure out where to go to get an application for a service like Care-A-Van? Need help completing a Medicaid application, or maybe getting a prescription drug plan figured out? Access means not only can you get help to find services, but you can get the help you need to actually use these services as well.
Support through the journey. Through caregiver support groups, individual counseling, and training, you can be assured that you are not alone and help is available.
Respite and Supplemental Services. Do you need a break from caregiving? Or maybe you need some help purchasing items that would assist you with your caregiving tasks. While the funding for respite and supplemental services is limited, assistance is available to help in these areas as well.
So, where do you find these great services? Right here with us, The Senior Information & Caregiver Resource Center. The National Family Caregiver Support Program makes it possible. Serving all of Southeast from Yakutat to Metlakatla, whatever your caregiving needs, give us a call. We’re here for you.
Contact Us
Juneau: (907) 463-6177
Toll-free: (866) 746-6177
Email: jennifer.garrison@ccsjuneau.org
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Caregiver Education Speaker Series 2021
Wednesday, November 3 – Navigating Senior Services a panel on senior services in Southeast Alaska.
Southeast Senior Services
- Case Management enables seniors with physical or cognitive disabilities to remain at home and live as independently as possible.
- Case Management assesses needs, determines eligibility for programs and benefits, and secures and monitors services in the home and community.
- Southeast Senior Services has Case Management programs in Juneau, Ketchikan, Saxman, Angoon, Hoonah, Metlakatla, and Yakutat.
Telephone: (907) 463-6195
Fax: (907) 586-3329
Toll-free: (877) 563-6195
Southeast Senior Services
The Mountain View of Juneau housing complex has a service coordinator who is available to provide information, intervene in inter-resident conflicts, assist with everything from paperwork to shopping, and arrange educational and social activities to enrich the lives of residents.
Telephone: (907) 586-1429
Fax: (907) 463-1216
Southeast Senior Services
Seniors, age 60 and older, as well as their caregivers, are eligible to receive free counseling services for depression and other mental health issues through the Senior Counseling program.
Telephone: (907) 463-6177
