Caregiver Outreach and Support Program offered at Sound Generations
Services available through the Caregiver Support Program can include: • Emergency in-home respite – a one-time award of 24 hours to be used within 30 days. Services are in 4 or 8-hour shifts and subject to approval by Crisis Connections eligibility criteria. • In-home, ongoing weekly respite services of up to 8 hours per week (4-hour minimum shifts), which is offered on a sliding scale. Respite can assist with personal care such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and overall supervision. • Up to 12 hours per month of free housekeeping and errands services (if you choose not to use respite services). • Caregiver counseling – up to 6 free 50-minute sessions by video or phone to focus on YOU and gain emotional support, coping skills, stress management and self-care techniques. • Limited financial assistance to purchase items that increase care receiver independence and reduce caregiver stress (based on eligibility and funding). • General caregiver & family consultations • Connection to classes and support groups including Powerful Tools for Caregivers • Referral to other community resources like Senior Centers, Meals on Wheels, Senior Rights Assistance.
Location
2208 2nd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121
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Hours
M-F, 9am-5pm.
Application process
Call or visit website.
Eligibility
Unpaid caregivers, age 18+, living in King County caring for another adult (18+) living in a private residential setting. In-home support services and overall resources may be limited for care receivers living outside King County. Care receivers enrolled in MAC/TSOA/COPES, or any other Medicaid LTC program are not eligible for services.
Fee
There is no income eligibility requirement – however, ongoing in-home respite services provided through Aging & Disability Services are offered on a sliding scale basis and may include a participation fee.
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Sound Generations
Provides multiple services for older adults, adults with disabilities and those who care for them including telephone, in-person, and written information and assistance. Operates a network of senior centers. Manages meals and grocery delivery programs. Offers minor home repair services including making disability modifications. Arranges for transportation. Provides information on legal topics including end-of-life planning and coordinates an elder law clinic. Offers health and wellness programs.