Examples of NYC Caregiver Services

Each Caregiver Program offers 5 categories of service. The following list represents examples of services provided under these categories, but specific services under "Supplemental" and "Additional Services" vary from Program to Program.

In addition, Caregiver Center's may offer additional services based on your needs and the resources available to that center. Contact each Center for details.

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Caregiver Services

  • Counseling
  • Support groups
  • Caregiver training

Assistance and Information

  • Information and referral
  • Assistance accessing entitlements
  • Care plan development

Respite Services

  • Home care
  • Adult day services
  • Institutional respite (overnight stay)

Outreach

  • Community presentations
  • Linkages with community based organizations

Supplemental Services (Each Center Varies)

  • Telephone reassurance
  • Escort
  • Friendly visits
  • Medical supplies / prescriptions
  • Minor home repairs / modifications
  • Heavy duty cleaning
  • Legal assistance
  • Immigration assistance
  • Shopping assistance / emergency food
  • Transportation reimbursement
  • Translations
  • Personal Emergency Response System
  • Other services unique to the program in your area

Additional Services that May be Available (Each Center Varies)

  • Therapeutic music, art, and movement
  • Discussion, writing and reminiscence groups
  • Parties, holiday programs, cultural celebrations
  • Gym
  • Meals and Snacks for Seniors 60+
  • Resource library for members and caregivers
  • English as a second language
  • Computer training
  • …More

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