Finding Resources in Your Local Area

Find out what services and organizations are available in your local community. Even if you think you will not qualify for specific services, agencies may be able to make referrals to other organizations that may be of assistance.

Caring for Elders:  Vital information and possible support services for the elderly can be obtained by contacting your local county Area Agency on Aging or aging services, located within the county social services department.

Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) serves as the Area Agency on Aging for the Denver metro area.  The Network of Care provides a listing of services for families and caregivers.
www.drcog.org
Caregiver Handbook (download):  This is an essential and practical handbook, covering numerous issues, providing user-friendly information, websites and contact help for caregivers.

Other local resources:

Check the county government listings in your local phone book for information on other agencies:

• Health and Human Services Department
• Social Service Department
• Public Health Department
• Social Security Administration
• Medical Board
• Mental Health Department

• Access governmental agencies and organizations online.
• Contact the social service department of your local hospital or clinic.
• Locate adult daycare centers and faith-based agencies.
• Locate the local chapter of disease groups (i.e. American Heart Association etc)

Caregiver Organizations, Information, Advocacy and Support Services

Following are agencies and organizations that are valuable resources for you to receive information, support and assistance - whether you are a family caregiver, a professional caregiver, or looking for additional information on issues related to family caregiving.

AgingCare.com

239-594-3235

www.agingcare.com 
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AgingCare.com helps people caring for elderly parents find support, resources and information, as well as a place to connect with other caregivers. AgingCare.com has a comprehensive collection of articles, news, product information, as well as a team of elder care experts who answer the many tough questions caregivers have about caring for their loved ones. Most importantly, AgingCare.com provides a community in which caregivers can connect with others in similar situations, to share ideas and help each other through the tough times.

Children of Aging Parents (CAPS)
800-227-7294

Website: www.caps4caregivers.org
CAPS assists caregivers of the elderly with information and referrals, a network of support groups, and publications and programs that promote public awareness of the value and the needs of family caregivers.

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Website: www.medicare.gov/caregivers
Ask Medicare will help family caregivers access and use valuable healthcare information, services and resources. This new CMS initiative will feature a one-stop Web page for caregivers, providing easy access to useful information about Medicare and other essential resources to help with family caregiving including links to key partner organizations that assist caregivers and beneficiaries, and will present personal stories from caregivers in the community.

Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA)
800-445-8106

Website: www.caregiver.org
FCA is a public voice for caregivers, illuminating the daily challenges they face, offering them the assistance they so desperately need and deserve, and championing their cause through education, services, research and advocacy.

National Alliance for Caregiving

Website: www.caregiving.org
Although not an organization that helps family caregivers directly, The National Alliance for Caregiving's web site helps family caregivers learn about information, videos, pamphlets, etc. that have been reviewed and approved as providing solid information.

National Family Caregivers Association
800-896-3650

Website: www.thefamilycaregiver.org
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NFCA is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering family caregivers to act on behalf of themselves and their loved ones, and to remove barriers to their health and wellbeing. NFCA concentrates its efforts in three primary areas: education, building community, and advocacy.  Go to “Caregiver Resources” for an extensive list of agencies and organizations.