As a person providing care for an older adult or a person with dementia you are faced with an enormous amount of responsibility and work. Often there is no one else there to help you, and you have little time to take care of your own needs.
The programs and services described below allow care partners the time to do things other than providing care, such as: practicing self-care, running errands, visiting family members and friends, going to medical/dental appointments, and resting.
The five Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in Maine, with support from the Office of Aging and Disability Services, administer federal and state programs that help the care partners of older individuals and the care partners of individuals living with dementia and related diseases, including Alzheimer’s. Here are links to their family Caregiver services:
Your local Area Agency on Aging is available to answer your questions. Call 1-877-353-3771 to find your local Area Agency on Aging and start accessing services.
National Family Caregiver Program
The National Family Caregiver Program is targeted to families caring for older individuals and persons of any age living with dementia and related diseases, including Alzheimer's, and to older relatives who are the primary caregiver for a minor or an adult with a disability.
State Respite Care Program
The Caregiver Respite Program is supported by state funding and is targeted to families caring for individuals living with dementia and related diseases, including Alzheimer’s.
Services Offered
- Information and Assistance
- Individual Counseling
- Education and Training
- Support Groups
- Respite Care (in and out of home)
- Adult Day Services
- Homemaker
- Personal Care