Caregiver Programs | Area Agency on Aging of Western Arkansas & Visiting Nurses Agency
Caregiver Programs
524 Garrison , Fort Smith, AR 72902
Eligibility
Languages
English
Application process
Physician referral.
Fees
Fees vary. Call for information.
Service area
Crawford County, AR
Washington County, AR
Description
Caregiver Programs are a system of support services to assist families and other informal caregivers of older individuals.Support and TrainingVolunteers are trained by a licensed nurse and then provide one-on-one visitation with caregivers to provide caregiver support and training in the home.Respite CareProvided in the adult day care and nursing home setting to provide temporary respite for the caregiver.Support Group Meetings and Caregiver TrainingLocal organizations hold support group and training meetings covering a variety of caregiver issues.
Providing organization
Area Agency on Aging of Western Arkansas & Visiting Nurses Agency
Senior Services