Sometimes dreams do come true

You've always dreamed about spending your lives together, and sometimes dreams come true. You're happy to give back to someone who's done so much for you. Now it's your turn to give her the support she needs. But, providing long-term care for a friend, family member, partner, or loved one can be daunting. You don’t have to do it alone, though.

The Caregiver Support program helps unpaid caregivers of adults age 18 and older. By helping to reduce caregiver stress, the program enables care receivers to remain at home and independent. Caregivers may qualify for Caregiver Support services if they are:

• 18 years or older and caring for an older adult or an adult with a disability.
• The primary caregiver.
• Not paid for caregiving.

One size definitely does not fit all. The Caregiver Support services can be tailored to the unique needs of unpaid caregivers. Our program specialists know what resources are available in Seattle and King County.

Services may include:

• Referrals to local support groups, counseling, and other resources.
• Training on specific caregiving topics.
• Advice on use of supplies and equipment.
• Practical information and caregiving suggestions.
• Respite care, if you need a break.

Most services are free. Respite care is available on a sliding-fee scale.

To learn more information about the Caregiver Support Program, contact the Gay City LGBT Resource & Referral Line at 206-323-LGBT / resources@gaycity.org

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Caregiver Support is a program of Gay City Health Project, Jewish Family Services, the African American Elders Program of Catholic Community Services, and ARC of King County, and receives funding from the Area Agency on Aging for Seattle-King County to provide community-based support.