Family Caregiver Services by State
I am New to Caregiving Where Do I Start?
Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center – Arizona Alzheimer’s Disease Center
Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers provide diagnosis, medical research, and support groups.
Find an Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center in your state.
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ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center
ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center assist and promote the development of quality respite and crisis care programs, help families locate respite and crisis care services, and serve as a strong voice for respite in all forums.
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Arizona Area Agencies on Aging (Arizona Department of Economic Security)
AAAs offer aging services, including:
– Information and Assistance
– Care Management
– Nutrition Services (i.e., Meals on Wheels)
– Legal Assistance
– Services for family caregivers through the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
State Aging and Adult Services website links to AAAs and also provides information about all state aging and caregiver programs
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AZ Links(link is external), part Arizona’s Aging and Disability Resource Consortium (ADRC), has been created to help Arizona senior citizens, people with disabilities, caregivers and family members locate resources and services that meet their needs.
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Best Programs for Caregiving
Best Programs for Caregiving is a free online directory of proven support programs for family and friend caregivers of individuals living with dementia.
Whether you are a caregiver yourself or a professional whose organization serves dementia caregivers, you can use this tool to find and compare evidence-based programs from across the country that address caregivers’ unique challenges and concerns.
A partnership between Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging and Family Caregiver Alliance.
Eldercare Locator
The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support resources. Elder Locator links those who need assistance with state and local agencies on aging, as well as community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers with services such as meals, home care, transportation, caregiver training and education, or a well-deserved break from caregiving responsibilities
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Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA)
FCA support and assists families and caregivers through education, advocacy and services. In addition to providing training to technical assistance to California’s Caregiver Resource Centers, FCA hosts the National Center on Caregiving (NCC). The NCC serves as a central source of information on caregiving and long-term care issues and works to advance policies and programs for caregivers in every state in the country.
CareNav is a simple, user-friendly tool designed to help families navigate the complexities of the caregiving journey, register online here. Your personal information is private and secure. FCA does not share information without your signed permission.
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Can I Get Help to Pay for Caregiving?
Arizona Non-Medical, Home and Community Based Services
The Arizona Non-Medical, Home and Community Based Services program is a non-Medicaid program that is designed to assist seniors in daily living activities and remain living in their homes or with family members. While this program offers consumer direction- usually meaning the care recipient hires their own care provider- in Arizona, the term is used to demonstrate respect for applicant’s wishes.
Services provided:
-Adult day care
-Adult day health care
-Home delivered meals & meals at senior centers
-Home health aide
Housekeeping
-Personal care
-Respite care
-Transportation
-Visiting nurse
There are waiting lists to enter the program. Priority is based on functional and financial need.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Anyone
Caregiver Eligibility
Anyone
Contact Information
Arizona Area Agency on Aging, Region One: 602-264-2255
*Please see website link for specific region contact number
Arizona Self-Directed Attendant Care
Family members, including spouses and adult children, are allowed to be hired and compensated through Self-Directed Attendant Care, which is an option provided by Arizona Medicaid. Member-directed options are available to most Arizona Long Term Care System recipients who live in their home. The program also covers costs of certain medical and accessibility equipment.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Anyone
Caregiver Eligibility
Anyone
Contact Information
(800) 654-8713
CareScout (cost of long-term care near you)
The cost of that care varies based on care setting, geographic location of care and level of care required, among other things. The CareScout tool can be used by you and your family to calculate the estimated cost of long term care in your city or State.
Medicaid State Waivers List
Information about eligibility and requirements for home and community-based services by state.
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Government Benefits and General Information
Arizona Caregiver Coalition
A community-based, 501(c)3 organization founded to support and advocate for family caregivers in Arizona. Coalition website serves as a resource for caregivers and those who work with caregivers, with services including: – Online community calendar – Support groups – Information and blog – Advocacy – Respite
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Arizona County-Specific Veterans Service Officer Contacts (VSO)
VSOs advocate on behalf of veterans and eligible family members to receive the benefits.
Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services
Provides Arizona’s aged or disabled veterans with rehabilitative, residential and medical care and services. Also helps veterans and their families to present claims for veterans’ benefits to the federal government.
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Arizona 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 – Limited supplemental services, such as transportation and home modifications
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Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) -Medicaid
AHCCCS is Arizona’s Medicaid program. It is health insurance for people with limited income and resources. It pays for a variety of medical services, including in-home care or nursing home care, depending on eligibility. State website is also available in Spanish.
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Arizona State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Assists individuals and families with eligibility questions and problems related to Medicare, including prescription drug coverage under Medicare Part D, managed care, long-term care planning, health insurance and other health care issues.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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AZ Links(link is external), part Arizona’s Aging and Disability Resource Consortium (ADRC), has been created to help Arizona senior citizens, people with disabilities, caregivers and family members locate resources and services that meet their needs.
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Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model
The Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model is a voluntary nationwide model test that aims to support people with dementia and their unpaid caregivers. The GUIDE Model focuses on comprehensive, coordinated dementia care and aims to improve quality of life for people with dementia, reduce strain on their unpaid caregivers, and enable people with dementia to remain in their homes and communities.
Check out where health care innovation is happening HERE. You may also find the GUIDE Participant List to check for additional information.
Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA) offers the GUIDE program in partnership with Tembo Health. Learn more information about this GUIDE program through FCA HERE.
Care Recipient Eligibility
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Medicaid Profiles by State
Explore every state’s Medicaid and CHIP program to learn about coverage for low-income adults, Medicaid/CHIP eligibility, enrollment and renewal processes and systems on the State Profiles map – by clicking on the map or select from drop down to see each state’s Medicaid and CHIP profile. Scroll down to the bottom page of the State profile to check eligibility requirements, enrollment process, etc.
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Medicaid State Waivers List
Information about eligibility and requirements for home and community-based services by state.
National Resource Center on Native American Aging (NRCNAA)
The NRCNAA serves the elderly Native American population of the U.S. The NRCAA assists in developing community-based solutions through education, training, and technical assistance to improve the quality of life and delivery of related support services to the Native aging population.
Through the Native Elder Service Locator, you can use the interactive map to locate tribal elderly services in your state.
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National Resources for Family Caregivers
Individuals, families and caregivers can explore this list of national organizations to help locate information and support on topics and issues – such as caregiver and older adult resources, government resources, faith-based organizations, health organizations, rare disorders, legal assistance, palliative and hospice, veterans’ resource.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline
The Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357) (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service), is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.
Also visit the online treatment locator to find help near you.
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USAGov – Government Benefits
Get information on government programs that may help pay for food, housing, health care, and other basic living expenses. Learn about Social Security and government checks.
Care Recipient Eligibility
N/A
Caregiver Eligibility
N/A
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Where Do I Go for Legal Help And/Or Dependent Person Mistreatment?
Arizona Adult Protective Services (APS) and Elder Abuse Hotline
Adult Protective Services assist vulnerable and elder adults to stop and prevent abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
Anyone can make a report about suspected abuse to the Hotline.
Care Recipient Eligibility
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Arizona Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Ombudsmen investigate complaints made by, or on behalf of, individual residents in long-term care facilities, including nursing homes and assisted living facilities. They also answer questions about the quality of care or financial, physical, or mental abuse in residential facilities. To locate your local ombudsman, contact the Area Agency on Aging.
Care Recipient Eligibility
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Disability Rights Arizona
A nonprofit organization providing legal services to Arizona residents with physical, mental, psychiatric, sensory and cognitive disabilities. Formerly Arizona Center for Disability Law.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Law for Seniors
Offers a list of organizations that provide legal services in Arizona and self-help information on a variety of legal issues.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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National Elder Law Foundation (NELF)
As a nonprofit organization, NELF is committed to advancing the skills and competence of attorneys in the field of elder law, ensuring that families receive expert guidance and support when they need it most.
NELF is dedicated to educating the public about essential legal decisions that arise later in life. NELF’s consumer-focused website provides valuable resources on planning for the future and offers an easy way to connect with Certified Elder Law Attorneys (CELAs) for expert guidance.
Find an attorney: https://www.nelf.org/find-an-attorney.
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Can I Get Help While Living In My Home?
A-to-Z Arizona – Home and Community Living Supports
Find resources, apply for programs, and manage your services on demand with A-to-Z Arizona.
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Arizona Association of Providers for People with Disabilities (AAPPD)
Provides a list of providers that can be searched by service and area. Services include:
– Assistive technology
– In-home care
– Care management
– Chore services
– Home health care
– Transportation
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services
Provides Arizona’s aged or disabled veterans with rehabilitative, residential and medical care and services. Also helps veterans and their families to present claims for veterans’ benefits to the federal government.
Care Recipient Eligibility
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Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS)
State program that provides institutional, residential, and in-home care services, including medical coverage, to low-income older adults and adults with disabilities who meet the level of care required for placement in a nursing facility, but who may live at home or in assisted living.
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Arizona Statewide Independent Living Council
A network of non-profit, non-residential, community-based centers, run and controlled by persons with disabilities that offer:
– Information and Referral
– Peer counseling
– Care Management
– Independent living skills training
– Individual and systems change advocacy
– Benefits counseling
– Employment readiness training
– Housing referrals
– Assistive technology services
– Legal aid
Care Recipient Eligibility
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Division of Licensing Services, Arizona Department of Health Services
Provides online directories of licensed facilities including:
– Adult day health care centers
– Assisted living facilities
– Hospice agencies
– Nursing homes
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ILRU Directory of Centers for Independent Living (CILs) and Associations
The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living.
Centers for Independent Living (CILs) provide independent living services for people with disabilities. These programs provide tools, resources, and supports for integrating people with disabilities fully into their communities to promote equal opportunities, self-determination, and respect.
Check out the website link to access the CIL listing by state – including program names, website and contact information.
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Can I Get Help with Residential Care (Assisted Living, Nursing Home, Hospice?)
Arizona Health Care Association (AHCA)
Online directory of AHCA member agencies in Arizona, including skilled nursing facilities and assisted living communities. AHCA is a long-term care association.
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Arizona Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
The Arizona Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (AHPCO) is the statewide nonprofit membership organization of hospice and palliative care programs and professionals in Arizona.
Patients and families can find a hospice and palliative care provider through the Provider Directory.
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Division of Licensing Services, Arizona Department of Health Services
Provides online directories of licensed facilities including:
– Adult day health care centers
– Assisted living facilities
– Hospice agencies
– Nursing homes
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Caregiver Eligibility
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National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance)
The National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) have come together to form the National Alliance for Care at Home (the Alliance).
Find the right Home Care or Hospice Agency using this comprehensive database of more than 10,000 home care and hospice agencies to find an agency near you: https://allianceforcareathome.org/find-a-provider/