An education program for parents and other caregivers of children and adolescents living with mental illnesses.  The NAMI Basics course is taught by trained teachers who are the parent or other caregivers of individuals who developed the symptoms of mental illness prior to the age of 13 years.

Offer supportive services to unpaid adult caregivers. Caregiver support services may include: - Individualized comprehensive needs assessments and develop care plans - In-home or office visits within King county: all in-person meetings switched to virtual meetings or meetings over the phone until further notice. - Referrals to support groups, counseling, and other resources - Advice or financial support on the use of medical supplies and equipment for care receivers. - Limited respite for the caregiver - House chore support

Offers an extensive Training Institute that provides workshops to agencies, providers and family members on topics that include: - IEP (Individualized Education Plans) - Parenting Skills - Anti-Bullying program - De-escalation - Collaborative Problem Solving - Ending Isolation and Stigma - Parents Empowering Parents - Mental Health First Aid - Wellness Planning - Crisis Intervention Training (for Law Enforcement/First Responders).

Classes, workshops, and conferences are offered multiple times throughout the year for any unpaid caregivers who are caring for a family member or friend. Classes and events include Powerful Tool for Caregivers, Caring for Your Loved One at Home, and caregiver workshops. Respite may be available with early registration.

The Caregiver Support Center offers an opportunity for unpaid caregivers, helping an adult in Kitsap County, to meet with a case manager, check out books from a lending library, and obtain brochures, tip sheets, and resource lists at no cost. Unpaid caregivers may also inquire about scholarship eligibility for caregiver training, education, or workshop opportunities.

Provides an intensive training program in both basic and continuing education for certified caregivers. Training program is state approved. Onsite and online training available.

Classes, workshops, and conferences are offered multiple times throughout the year for any unpaid caregivers who are caring for a family member or friend. Classes and events include Powerful Tool for Caregivers, Caring for Your Loved One at Home, and caregiver workshops. Respite may be available with early registration.

Bilingual and bicultural social workers provide support services for family caregivers. Offers:  -  Information and referral -  Case management -  Needs assessment -  Service plan development -  Consultation -  Caregiver education and counseling -  Respite care services including housekeeping and errands , personal care. Information and resources support. Services may be delivered through phone, office/home visits or other venues.

Provides case management, support and referral services for unpaid family caregivers of African-American adults. Caregiver support services may include:   -  Individualized comprehensive needs assessments and develop care plans -  In-home or office visits within King county -  Referrals to support groups, counseling and other resources -  Limited respite for the caregiver

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.

Case Managers help plan, coordinate and provide services and support for unpaid family caregivers of adults and children who live with chronic illness, dementias or disabilities. Offers information on services like respite care, support groups, newsletters and classes to be a better care giver.

Offer supportive services to unpaid adult caregivers. Caregiver support services may include:   -  Individualized comprehensive needs assessments and develop care plans -  In-home or office visits within King County -  Referrals to support groups, counseling and other resources -  Advice on the use of supplies and equipment -  Limited respite for the caregiver

Facilitates an online eldercare community for women supporting aging parents. Women gain access to numerous resources, from connecting with other women to educational learning curriculum, to subject matter experts to an online community forum to ask questions and engage in peer-to-peer learning and support.

Offer supportive services to unpaid adult caregivers. Caregiver support services may include:   -  Individualized comprehensive needs assessments and develop care plans -  In-home or office visits within King County -  Referrals to support groups, counseling and other resources -  Advice on the use of supplies and equipment -  Limited respite for the caregiver

Offer supportive services to unpaid adult caregivers. Caregiver support services may include:   -  Individualized comprehensive needs assessments and develop care plans -  In-home or office visits within King County -  Referrals to support groups, counseling and other resources -  Advice on the use of supplies and equipment -  Limited respite for the caregiver

Supports families caring for a family member with Alzheimer's/dementia by providing information and assistance, consultation and referral service.

Case management and support services to unpaid family and other unpaid caregivers who provide regular care for a functionally disabled adult. These services allows for at-home care to continue, while family caregivers are provided with respite opportunities.

Offers education programs to help people understand what to expect with and how to prepare for Alzheimer's and other dementias. Courses are offered online and in-person in local communities.

Provides services to family caregivers in the North County area including local resource information, caregiver trainings, support groups, resource library, and one-on-one counseling.

Offers supportive services for caregivers of older adults and adults with a disability.   Services may include: -  Individualized comprehensive needs assessments and develop care plans -  In-home or office visits within King county -  Referrals to support groups, counseling and other resources -  Advice on the use of supplies and equipment -  Limited respite for the caregiver

Any unpaid caregiver can contact us for free information and guidance. We assist in identifying, understanding, and accessing resources and determining the level of support you need. You may receive a screening that measures your emotional well-being and stress. This can be therapeutic and serves as a guide to appropriate resources.

Provides resources and discounts items for foster parents and other caregivers.

Provides education, peer support, and resources to family caregivers.

Provides training for home caregivers to equip them to deliver high-quality care and support to older adults and people with disabilities. Outlines training needed by provider type. Coordinates a peer mentor program where caregivers going through basic training can get guidance and support from experienced caregivers.

Provides information about exercise classes for people with Parkinson disease as well as educational classes on managing Parkinson disease and classes for caregivers. Most classes are virtual.