Accessing Community Resources Handout
Are you a new caregiver or has your caregiving journey recently taken a turn?
You may feel that you need help but are not sure how to access it. As a family caregiver, it is so important to know how to access the resources you need.
Learn about the steps you can take to ensure you don’t miss out on resources that can have a huge impact on your life and in the life of the person you are caring for.
Community resources can be from your Health Authority and/or from local community organizations and even friends who want to help.
It can feel daunting to work through a patchwork of services – let us help you prioritize your key needs and how to meet them.
Whether you need resources to assist with personal care of the person you are caring for or assistance with light housekeeping, grocery shopping, personalized care, transportation, this presentation provides tips for figuring out what might help and how and where to look for it.