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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.

Physical Address

2208 2nd Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121

Hours

M-F, 9am-5pm.

Voice

(206) 448-3110

Pathways I & A

Application process

Call or visit website.

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.

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.

Languages

Interpreter services

Service area

King, WA

Agency info

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.