You might not think of yourself as a "caregiver". You might think you just happen to help out your elderly mother or father with a few chores, their finances or even a bath. With the implementation of the National Family Caregiver Support Program in Marin, there are services, such as information, assistance, counseling, support groups, training and respite care to support family caregivers.
Who is Eligible?
There is no income eligibility. The following groups are eligible for services:
- Family Caregivers
- any adult family member, or another individual, who is an informal provider of in-home and community care to an older individual (60 years of age and older);
- Grandparents
- grandparent or stepgrandparent of a child, or a relative of a child by blood or marriage, who is 60 years of age or older and caring for a child under the age of 18.
Who Do I Call?
Contact one of the following agencies for assistance:
|
Agency |
Description of Services |
Telephone (415) |
| Alzheimer's Association |
Telephone assistance and educational workshops for those caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias |
472-4340 |
| Family Caregiver Alliance |
Respite, legal consultation, education and information. |
434-3388 |
| Jewish Family & Children’s Services |
Assessment, support groups, counseling, respite and limited chore/housekeeping services |
491-7960 |
| Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired |
Services of caregivers of the visually impaired, offering support groups, training and respite. |
258-8596 |
| Senior Access |
Marin's favorite social club for folks with memory loss. Caregivers can enjoy respite while their family member enjoys a nurturing social environment. Caregiver respite and educational workshops. Scholarships available. |
491-2500 |
| West Marin Senior Services |
Case management, in-home and social day center respite services in West Marin |
663-8148 |
For general information about adult & aging programs and services,
call (415) 457-INFO (4636).
