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In 2000, the Administration on Aging established the National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) to provide information and services to family caregivers in recognition of the tremendous work that they do to care for their loved ones. Caregivers of any age may benefit from the program.

There are two categories of caregivers who can take advantage of services:

  • Caregivers who are caring for someone older than age 60. While many caregivers are family members, this program also includes caregivers who are not related by blood or marriage.
  • Grandparents and other relative caregivers over the age of 60 who are caring for a child age 18 or under.

The priority population includes those with greatest social and economic need with particular attention to low-income older individuals.

The NFCSP provides assistance to caregivers in five categories of services:

  • Information to caregivers about available services from aging and other resources
  • Assistance to caregivers in gaining access to services, including case management
  • Education, Training, & Supports – individual counseling, organization of support groups, and caregiver training, educational presentations, & support groups
  • Respite Care – to enable caregivers to be temporarily relieved from their caregiving responsibilities. Services can be provided in-home, including personal care and chore services, out-of-home, e.g., assisted living or nursing home, and in day care situations
  • Supplemental Services – to complement the care provided by caregivers. Examples include medical supplies, transportation, and other items needed by families.

For more information about this program or to request information or services, contact Ruth Brown at 301-790-0275 ext. 205

 

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