About......
The Caregiver Support Program provides resources to reduce stresses associated with caregiving by focusing on the well-being of the caregiver, providing access to respite care, addressing the need for formal and informal supports, and providing financial reimbursement for out-of-pocket costs associated with caregiving-related services and supplies. Caregivers 18+ caring for an older adult with Alzheimer’s Disease or related disorders.
Services:
Care Management
Financial Reimbursement for Caregiving Supplies/Services up to $600 per month (income based)
Respite Care
Benefits Counseling
Resource Sharing and Referrals
Each caregiver is assigned a care manager who will come to the care receivers' home, conduct a comprehensive assessment of the needs of the caregiver, provide support, and work with them to develop a person-centered plan of care.
How to Apply:
Contact our office at (814)226-4640 - Monday through Friday 8:30a-4:00p
Set up at Main Office and Main Street Senior Center
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PA CareKit
Caregiving rarely comes with instructions, let the PA CareKit support you! The kit is a collection of tools, information, and support to help you learn more, plan ahead, maybe even catch your breath.
Learn more at pa.gov/carekit
Copies make up at Main Office!