Resources for Caregivers

Below is a list of resource links for persons providing care to a family member or friend:

Resource Links:

• Caregiver Resources: This list of resources, primarily for unpaid family caregivers, is provided by the DSHS - Aging & Long Term Support Administration.
• Kinship Care: For grandparents and relatives caring for children, this list of resources is provided by the DSHS - Aging & Long Term Support Administration.
• Lifespan Respite Washington: a coalition of organizations that serve individuals across the lifespan who have a variety of circumstances, chronic conditions and support needs; and whose caregivers need access to caregiver-centered respite services. The coalition exchanges ideas, educates others and work to fill gaps in community-based respite options.
• Family Caregiver Alliance - National Center on Caregiving: supports caregivers and families across the country with education, services, research information, and advocacy.
• Caregiving Resource Center, sponsored by AARP: Information, tools and tips for caregivers.
• National Family Caregiver Support Program: Information on the national program authorized by the Older Americans Act, Title III E.
• Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregiver Center: Get tools for day-to-day care, support and planning for the future, including the Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Notebook, designed to be a tool throughout your journey.

For more information on options available to support caregivers in their role, click here.