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Caregiver Assistance and Support

Agency: Aging Office of Western Nebraska (AOWN)

Caregiver assistance. Support group available in Scottsbluff.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers

Agency: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Feeling stretched in your role as a caregiver? Caregiving can be stressful — physically, emotionally, and financially. Whether you care for a loved one at home or in a care facility, nearby or far away, your role is important. You will learn ways to take care of yourself, reduce stress, improve your caregiving confidence, and establish balance in ...
Caregiving Relationships: Conversations on Aging

Agency: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Caring for a loved one can be a rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging. Learn to recognize how caregiving affects relationships among family members. You will gain skills in talking and listening to address changing needs in later life.
Alzheimer's Support Groups

Agency: Alzheimer's Association - Iowa Chapter

04/01/2020 - COVID-19 Changes:
In light of Covid-19, the Alzheimer's Associational's educational programs, support groups and care consultations are being offered virtually. Our 24/7 helpline (800.272.3900) and website (ALZ.org) are valuable informational resources.

Available depending on location...
Family Caregiver Support

Agency: Connections Area Agency on Aging

Information and assistance to the caregiver to assist them with finding available services, such as support groups and respite providers.
Family Caregiver Program

Agency: Elderbridge Agency on Aging

Elderbridge AAA connects caregivers to the many resources available such as planning assistance, referrals, training, respite care, support groups, counseling, and emotional support.
Community Circle of Care

Agency: Child Health Specialty Clinics - Iowa City

10/20/2020 - Covid-19 Changes:The CHSC regional centers have re-opened but require all visitors to be screened for COVID-19 symptoms and facial coverings are required.

04/13/2020 - COVID-19 Changes:
Closed their regional centers and no in person contact is occurring. C...
Caregiver Support

Agency: Alternatives

Provides one on one support, counseling, tools, and resources for caregivers of vulnerable adults. Includes support groups for grandparents and relatives raising children.
Adult Day Services

Agency: New Cassel Retirement Center

Adult day services including recreation and socialization, nutritious meals, door to door transportation, medical clinic, and medication monitoring. Personal services available including therapeutic baths and beauty shop.

Bi-monthly caregiver support group and education meetings.
Howard County Senior Services

Agency: Midland Area Agency on Aging

Congregate meals, Mon-Fri 11:30 am-1 pm. Sack lunches available on Friday for the weekends.

Home delivered meals - Hot Shot program delivers meals to all of Howard County 5 days per week.

Housekeeping services at a reduced rate.

Respite care by appointment.

Transportation for all of Howard County.
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Clay County Senior Services

Agency: Midland Area Agency on Aging

Self-directed care. Housekeeping services.

Attendant and respite care.

Transportation to the various senior centers for meals and activities, medical appointments, shopping trips, etc. Service is available to all, but targeted to the older or disabled rider.

Congregate meals at noon - make reservation day before.
Cancer Support Services

Agency: Wings of Hope Cancer Support Center

9/22/2020 - COVID-19 Update - Support classes are virtual at this time.

Support groups for those with cancer:

-Hope for Tomorrow for patients, spouses, families and friends; meets third Monday of each month, 6 pm-7:30 pm.

-Women's Movement and Support Group improves range of motio...
NAMI Family/Caregiver Support Group (Care & Share) - Dubuque

Agency: NAMI Iowa

04/20/2020 - COVID-19 Changes:
NAMI Greater Des Moines is offering a variety of services in response to the pandemic. All services are provided live via webcast and at no cost to the public.

Mental Health Informati...
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Group

Agency: UnityPoint Health - Cedar Rapids

Provides emotional support and information for the spouse that is well and who is caring for a spouse with an illness or chronic condition.
Caregiver Support Groups

Agency: Northeast Nebraska Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center

Caregiver support group.
Caregiver Counseling and Support

Agency: Geri-Ed Services

Caregiver education and help to family and professional caregivers. Provides one-on-one consultations with the caregiver, leadership for family meetings, and seminars and workshops on topics ranging from handling caregiver stress to specific issues of dementia and Alzheimer's care. Zoom meetings also available
Caregiver Support Group

Agency: Custer Care

Caregiver support group.
Family Caregiver Support

Agency: Northeast Nebraska Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center

Family caregiver support for those caring for an aging adult or grandparents caring for a minor child. Provides information, assistance, training, support group, respite care, and supplemental services.
Caregiver Support

Agency: Aging Partners

Offers a range of services to support family caregivers. Specific services vary by county, but generally include:
• Information to caregivers about available options at Aging Partners and in the community.
• Assistance to caregivers in gaining access to services.
• Referral to community support groups.
• Respite care alternativ...
Family Caregiver Program for Frail Elders

Agency: Aging Resources of Central Iowa

6/1/2020 - COVID-19 Changes:
Grocery shopping and delivery are free and available until June 30th to those who do not have anyone else to do this for them that are 60+ years of age and those under 60 with a disability by calling Aging Resources at 515-255-1310 to discuss their situation and complete an application....

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Agency: Aging Office of Western Nebraska (AOWN)

Agency: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Agency: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Agency: Alzheimer's Association - Iowa Chapter

Agency: Connections Area Agency on Aging

Agency: Elderbridge Agency on Aging

Agency: Child Health Specialty Clinics - Iowa City

Agency: Alternatives

Agency: New Cassel Retirement Center

Agency: Midland Area Agency on Aging

Agency: Midland Area Agency on Aging

Agency: Wings of Hope Cancer Support Center

Agency: NAMI Iowa

Agency: UnityPoint Health - Cedar Rapids

Agency: Northeast Nebraska Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center

Agency: Geri-Ed Services

Agency: Custer Care

Agency: Northeast Nebraska Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center

Agency: Aging Partners

Agency: Aging Resources of Central Iowa

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