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Family Caregiver Support
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Case Management |
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Our Case Management program assists elderly adults in obtaining
services needed to maintain their maximum level of health, safety and
independence in their homes and in their communities. An evaluation is performed
in the home to assess the client’s needs. If qualified, clients can receive Home
Delivered Meals, Homemaker Services, and Respite Services. |
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Provides support and referrals to help grandparents raising grandchildren
maneuver through the myriad of information and program options available, and
encourages informed choices. |
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Temporary supports or living arrangements to provide caregivers brief periods
of relief (minimum of 4 hours) from their caregiving responsibilities. Such
respite may be in the form of in-home respite, adult day care respite, or
institutional respite for an overnight stay on an intermittent or occasional
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| Provides assistance for family caregivers with specific legal issues such as
emergency guardianships or other legal matters. This may also include offering
assistance with regards to legal issues and accessing services for grandparents
raising grandchildren. |
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Tips for Caregivers |
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Recognize Signs of Stress:
 | Caring for another person, especially over a long period of time, can be
physically and emotionally draining. You may find yourself feeling listless,
forced to do routine tasks, and wishing to be someplace else. If this sounds
familiar, you are a candidate for caregiver burnout. |
What You Can Do:
| Find someone you can talk to, and discuss your feelings. All feelings are
legitimate, even those that upset you (anger, sadness, guilt). |
| Set realistic goals. Balancing work, family, and time for yourself is
difficult. Determine your priorities, and turn to other people for help with
some tasks. |
| Carve out time for yourself, even if it’s just an hour or two. Go to a
movie, have lunch with a friend, or just sit and read a book. |
You Can Help Prevent Burnout By:
| Joining a Caregiver Support Group. Check
the newspaper or local library to locate one in your area. Sharing experiences
with others can help you manage stress, locate resources, and reduce feelings
of isolation. |
| Talking to a Professional. The clergy,
social workers, psychologists, and nurses are often trained to provide
counseling on caregiving issues. Help may also be available through your
employee assistance program. |
| Taking Advantage of Respite Care. Respite care is a service that
provides temporary care for an older person. Respite care may mean help with a
specific task or having health care providers care for your relative at home
or in an extended care facility while you go on vacation. |
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Revised 08/08/07
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