Family Caregivers are the lifeblood of care in the United States. The purpose of the Family Caregiver Support Program is to provide support and services to family and informal caregivers to support caregivers in providing care for their loved ones in the home and community for as long as possible.
These services can help to reduce the stress, depression, and anxiety that can come with caregiving. If you are a caregiver in need of support, please visit GetCareSC.
According to AARP, an estimated 53 million adults in the United States are caring for an adult or child with special needs.
Respite is a short term break for Family Caregivers. Respite can take place in the home, an adult day facility, an assisted living facility, or skilled nursing facility. These respite breaks can range from a few hours to a few days at one time, depending on the needs of the Family Caregiver. Taking care of a loved one can cause caregivers to become burned out and overly tired. Caregivers not having adequate time for self-care can lead to caregiver illness and premature institutionalization for their care recipient.
You may qualify for Family Caregiver Support Program services through your local Area Agency on Aging if you meet at least one of the follow criteria:.
