The Caregiver Support Program is designed to help family caregivers navigate their role in providing care for a family member or friend who is sixty years of age or older and living in Fairfield County. The older adult needing care may live within the caregiver's home or the older adult may live independently in their own home.
Caregivers have varied challenges and needs based on their unique situations. The Caregiver Support Program is designed to support caregivers by connecting them with programs, services, and education to empower them in their role as caregiver, enhance the quality of care that is offered to their loved one, and ultimately reduce stress that is often associated with caregiving.
To apply for caregiver services, click HERE
Services designed to reduce the stress of caregiving include:
- Respite care- temporary relief for caregivers
- Meals on Wheels home delivered or congregate meals
- Adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, shower chairs, and personal emergency response systems with GPS tracking
- Minor home repairs such as accessible ramps, grab bars, handrails
- Caregiver training and connections to support groups
Each month, The Senior Hub offers an educational, caregiving news article and makes it available here.
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