| The Family Caregiver Support Program Americans are living longer, and that is good news! It also means though, that many of us will be living with chronic illnesses that will require us to receive help from a caregiver or we will become the caregivers for a loved one. Taking care of an older relative or friend can at times, be challenging. Whether you prepare meals for your father, drive your mother to the doctor, or provide 24-hour care for your spouse, you are making an invaluable contribution to you loved one’s life. You need and deserve the most up-to-date information about community resources and services available to help you in your caregiving role. The Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services’ Family Caregiver Support Program offers information and referral to a variety of services to help you, the caregiver, so that you can provide the best care to your older relative, while also taking care of yourself. Our Family Caregiver Support Program offers free:
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the Family Caregiver Support Program Below are lists of Caregiver Full Service Centers, Caregiver Resource Centers, Respite Services and Caregiver Support groups available in Westchester County. Caregiver Full Service Centers Caregivers Respite Services table of contents Caregivers Support Groups table of contents Balancing Caregiving, Family and Work For additional information log on to the following links National
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