Family Caregiver Services by State
I am New to Caregiving Where Do I Start?
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.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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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
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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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.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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NH Family Caregiver Program
NH Family Caregiver Program is a service for family caregivers administered by ServiceLink – the NH Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC).
Find more caregiver resources on ServiceLink.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Center
Serves as single point of entry into the long-term supports and services system for older adults and people with disabilities of all income levels.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
Contact Information
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Can I Get Help to Pay for Caregiving?
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.
Personal Care Attendant Services (PCAS)
PCAS is part of the Medicaid state plan that provides personal care attendant services to assist wheelchair bound or aging persons with qualifying needs. This program allows certain people to be hired and paid as the personal care attendant. Family members are usually excluded.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Contact Information
Granite State Independent Living: 603-228-9680
800-826-3700
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Government Benefits and General Information
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
Caregiver Eligibility
Medicaid for Employed Adults with Disabilities (MEAD)
Government program provides Medicaid coverage to adults with disabilities who are employed and not financially eligible for Medicaid. Depending on income participants may be required to pay a monthly premium available on a sliding scale.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver 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.
Contact Information
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.
New Hampshire County-Specific Veterans Service Officer Contacts (VSO)
New Hampshire Medicaid
Medicaid is a health insurance for people in New Hampshire with limited income and resources. It pays for a variety of medical services, including in-home care or nursing home care, depending on eligibility.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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New Hampshire Senior Health Insurance 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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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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ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Center
Serves as single point of entry into the long-term supports and services system for older adults and people with disabilities of all income levels.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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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?
Disabilities Rights Center (DRC)
Non-profit organization supports, advocates and provides legal representation for the legal rights of people with disabilities.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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New Hampshire Adult Protection Program
Adult Protective Program assists 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
Caregiver Eligibility
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New Hampshire Legal Aid
Provides legal advice and education for low income New Hampshire residents.
Contact Information
(800) 639-5290
New Hampshire Legal Assistance
Non-profit organization assists low income individuals and adults age 60 and older by providing legal information and assistance. Provides civil legal advice from staff attorneys on issues including:
– Health Care ( Medicaid, Medicare, advance directives)
– Public Benefits (TANF, food stamps, SSI)
– Housing (mobile home park residents’ rights)
– Disability benefits
– Property Tax relief
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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New Hampshire Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman
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.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Can I Get Help While Living In My Home?
Granite State Independent Living
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
Caregiver Eligibility
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Home and Community Care, Choices For Independence Program
Government program assists low income older adults and adults with disabilities who require nursing level of care remain in their own homes by helping to pay for services such as:
– In-home care
– Adult day care
– Respite
– Homemaker services
– Transportation
– Supplemental services
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Home Care, Hospice & Palliative Care Alliance of New Hampshire
The Home Care Hospice & Palliative Care Alliance of New Hampshire is a non-profit membership organization for licensed agencies delivering home health and hospice care in New Hampshire.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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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.
New Hampshire Community Passport Program (NHCPP)
Government program assists low income residents of nursing homes return to the community, if they are able to do so safely, by managing the transition and providing the appropriate community-based support services.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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New Hampshire County-Specific Veterans Service Officer Contacts (VSO)
New Hampshire Health Care Association (NHHCA)
Association of assisted living facilities and nursing homes . Its website has a search tool that allows users to locate facilities in their communities.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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New Hampshire Vocational Rehabilitation
Government program assists residents of New Hampshire with disabilities to obtain and retain employment. It provides information and referral services for independent living.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
Contact Information
ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Center
Serves as single point of entry into the long-term supports and services system for older adults and people with disabilities of all income levels.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
Contact Information
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Can I Get Help with Residential Care (Assisted Living, Nursing Home, Hospice?)
Home Care, Hospice & Palliative Care Alliance of New Hampshire
The Home Care Hospice & Palliative Care Alliance of New Hampshire is a non-profit membership organization for licensed agencies delivering home health and hospice care in New Hampshire.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
Contact Information
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/
New Hampshire Association of Residential Care Homes (NH-ARCH)
Association of assisted living facilities. Its website offers a search tool that allows users to search for assisted living facilities by county.