How does The
Arc of King County Support Senior Family Caregivers?
By
providing outreach and assistance for older parents and extended family members who
care for loved ones with developmental disabilities in the family home.
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ARE YOU. . .
A
resident of King County?
An older parent or other family member providing care to a loved one with
developmental disabilities in your home?
If 'YES'. . .The Arc of King County can help you.
Who
is eligible for assistance?
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more about eligibility requirements
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Older parent caregivers (60 years and over) providing
care in their home
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Siblings and other relatives of any age, providing
in-home care
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Family, friends and professionals assisting the
caregiver
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King County residents
How do we assist families?
- By offering individualized support,
information, advocacy and referral
- By sponsoring community trainings for
families
- By providing background on important
government programs, legislation and policies
- By supporting the project's advisory
committee that advocates on behalf of older families
- By educating the general community on
the concerns and needs of older families
Goal-to
help families:
- Maintain their quality of life as they age
together
- Develop future care plans for their loved
ones when they are no longer able to provide care
- Connect with other families with similar
concerns
To learn
more about supporting Senior Family Caregivers, Call Nancy Meltzer,
Coordinator at: (206) 364-6544 ext. 7013 email: nmeltzer@arcofkingcounty.org
or
Submit a message using the online form
