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My father needs help, but he thinks I'm interfering. Why can't he understand I'm only trying to help him? - Frank

I know I can take care of my husband, but who will take care of me.

- Marilyn

I love my wife, and I want to take care of her at home. But she has really changed. She's angry all of the time.

- Leon

Transitions... A Family Caregiver Support Program

The U.S. Congress authorized the National Family Caregiver Support Program administered under the Older Americans Act. The program helps family caregivers of loved ones who are ill or have disabilities. It addresses family needs from planning and early intervention, to assistance throughout the various stages of need and long-term care. Consultation is provided by trained professionals through home and office visits, and telephone.

TRANSITIONS is a resource center for people who are taking care of a loved one, either temporarily or on a long-term basis. Information and services are provided free of charge. All contacts are private and confidential.

You qualify for the program if:

• Your loved one is age 60 or over
• You or your loved one lives in Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, or Trinity County
• You provided care for a loved one: spouse, parent, friend, or grandparent

TRANSITIONS - A Family Caregiver Support Program offers a full complement of family services designed to assist caregivers of older individuals that include:

• Specialized Information - Providing a central source of information about caregiving, care options, long-term care and services for families and professionals caring for older individuals. A comprehensive resource lending library is available.
  
  
• Caregiver Counseling - Consultation is provided by trained professionals through home visits, telephone and office visits. Caregiver Advocates assess problems and needs, explore care options and provide information to caregivers and family members. Short-term counseling is provided through licensed counselors for caregivers and family members who need assistance with problem identification and solution exploration.
  
  
• Support Groups - Monthly meetings in a supportive atmosphere to share experiences and ideas to ease the stress of caregiving.
  
  
• Caregiver and Professional Training - Workshops are provided on a variety of topics for caregivers, family members and professionals. Topics may include stress management, legal and financial issues, treatment and long-term care planning.
  
  
• Legal Consultation - Personal consultation with an attorney on financial planning, placement issues, conservatorship and other related matters.
  
  
• Respite Care - Subsidies for in-home care or day care to assist families in caring for a loved one at home.
  
  
• Home Modification - Subsidies for limited home modification, such as installation of grab bars.
  
  
• Placement Services - Assist caregivers in securing appropriate nursing home living arrangements.

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Transitions...
A family Caregiver Support Program

Georgia Wolske
Caregiver Advocate
transitions@c-zone.net

1003 Yuba Street, Suite B
Redding, California 96001

(800) 822-0109 or (530) 229-3691

A Collaborative Program of Golden Umbrella
&
Mountain Caregiver Resource Center
Funded by PSA 2 Area Agency on Aging