Resources: Services for Family Caregivers

These resources are Arkansas specific, but similar resources are likely available in your area too.

ArkansasCareGivers: Network of Area Agencies on Aging offers support to family caregivers in Arkansas. Its website provides resource directories of aging and caregiver services. It also offers an electronic newsletter and up-to-date events calendars for family caregivers. 866-651-2273
http://www.arkansascaregivers.com

Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging and Department of Geriatrics: Offers comprehensive medical care for older persons (diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up). Its website provides helpful tips and resources for family caregivers in Arkansas. (501) 686-6219

http://www.centeronaging.com

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP): FCSP services for family caregivers are provided through local area agencies on aging (AAAs) and include:
• Information
• Assistance
• Individual counseling, support groups and caregiver training
• Respite care
• Caregiver to caregiver online message board
• Limited supplemental services, such as transportation and home modifications

• Adults age 18 and older caring for someone who meets care receiver eligibility
Special Populations:
• Adults age 55 or older who are caring for anyone (that is not their child) over 18 years old with developmental disabilities
• Grandparents or other relatives age 55 or older caring for children (age 18 and under)
• Adults age 60 and older
Exception:
• Adults with dementia can be any age
(866) 801-3435
http://www.arkansas.gov/dhs/aging/aaamap.html

Schmieding Center for Senior Health and Education of Northwest Arkansas: Offers comprehensive medical care for older persons (diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up). Also provides services for family caregivers including:
• Information and assistance
• Counseling referrals
• Support groups
• Educational programs and training
• Newsletter, ElderFocus

Family caregivers living in Springdale, Bella Vista, Harrison and Mountain HomeOlder adults in need of care.(888) 866-8991
http://www.schmiedingcenter.org

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