Family Caregiver Support Program
The National Family Caregiver Support Program provides various supports that help family and informal caregivers care for older adults and others in their homes for as long as possible. Under the program guidelines, the Office on Aging and Independence provides caregivers:
• Information about available services
• Assistance gaining access to the services
• Individual counseling and support groups
• Respite care and caregiver education
• Supplemental services
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Upcoming Events & Forums
Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Train the Trainer
Join us for the PTC program, a structured training designed to equip facilitators with essential skills to support caregivers effectively. Based on The Caregiver Helpbook, this virtual WebEx training.
📅 September 9 - 13
🕔 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
📍 Online via WebEx
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ALZHEIMER’S COMMUNITY FORUM: Engaging & Supporting the Latino Community
Join the Alzheimer’s Association for a community listening session on Alzheimer’s, dementia, and memory loss. Learn how we can better serve the Latino and Spanish-speaking community with local programs and services. English presentation with Spanish materials, translation, and resources.
📅 Thursday, September 26
🕔 5:00 to 7:30 PM
📍 North Laurel Community Center, 9411 Whiskey Bottom Road
![Older adult Latino embracing community](/sites/default/files/styles/image_560_x_408_/public/2024-08/Screenshot%202024-08-19%20162426.png?itok=b0wOxXX-)