A wealth of resources is available to assist caregivers

Resources for caring for an aging loved one: Getting what you need

If you’re taking care of a loved one – a parent, sibling or even a friend – you could probably use some advice — or just some time to yourself.

Fortunately, there are plenty of resources throughout southeast Michigan to support caregivers, from respite programs to workshops and coaching.

Putting the right resources in place can put caregivers in the driver’s seat

Local Area Agencies on Aging, like AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services, support caregivers with plenty of programs and resources.

“Family caregivers have many more options these days when it comes to getting help,” says Jeannine Roach, Manager of Health Promotions at AgeWays. “From Trualta, a great online platform that answers pretty much any question you might have about caregiving, to our wonderful caregiver classes to our Caregiver Coaching program, there’s a lot to choose from.”