Respite Care
Respite care provides family caregivers with a break, while ensuring their elderly loved ones are still cared for. The following websites contain information about selecting and locating respite care provider services.
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Information about temporary relief for caregivers and families who are caring for those with disabilities, chronic or terminal illnesses, and the elderly; site includes National Respite Locator Service
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Source: American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging
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Overview of home and community-based eldercare services
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Source: U.S. Administration on Aging
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The first step to finding resources for older adults in any U.S. community.
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Nonprofit organization addressing the needs of families and friends providing long-term care at home. Website contains information, factsheets and contact information to agencies.
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Website includes information and resources about adult day care and other adult day services, including a guide to selecting quality providers.
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Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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Site provides a wide range of information and options to help consumers plan for future long-term care needs
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The National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA) supports, empowers, educates, and speaks up for the more than 50 million Americans who care for a chronically ill, aged, or disabled loved one.
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Source: Eldercare Locator
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Information about respite care, which provides family caregivers with a break, while ensuring their elderly loved ones are still cared for.
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