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Family Caregiver
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33 Davis St. , Presque Isle Maine 04769/ phone: 207-764-3396 / Fax 207-764-6182/email info@aroostookaging.org |
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Family Caregivers The Aroostook Agency on Aging provides a wide range of support services for older adults and their family caregivers.
How does dementia care affect you?Do you have questions on care giving, ways to plan for the future of yourself and the person that you care for? Are you wondering about services that your loved one may be eligible for? Are you in a quandary as to how to manage challenging behaviors? Do you just need someone to talk to regarding your increased responsibilities? We know it is difficult not to feel overwhelmed. Please feel free to email Sharon Berz, LMSW-cc. with questions/concerns if you answered yes to any of the above questions. Family Caregiver Support Program - Provides a good listening ear, practical suggestions and access to caregiver services for family caregivers who care for a family member age 60 or older. Day Break - Adult Day Care - Licensed adult day care is available in some communities and provides group and individual activities, exercise, music, hot lunch and snacks. The program specializes in dementia care, offering individual attention based on the participant's needs and strengths. Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia - We provide information on Alzheimer's disease including helpful tips on providing care for a person with a dementia. We can come to your home at your convenience. Training and workshops are also available. Respite care is available.The following is a list of documents to assist Caregivers and family members of a person dealing with a dementia or other related diseases. (click on the topic)
Caregiver Support Groups - For information, contact the Agency on Aging at 207-764-3396 or toll free at 1-800-439-1789. Contact InformationThe main office of the Aroostook Area Agency on Aging is located at 33 Davis ST. in Presque Isle. Our office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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