Caregivers, You Are Not Alone: Programs to Help Caregivers and Their Loved Ones

Caregivers, You Are Not Alone: Programs to Help Caregivers and Their Loved Ones

Josephine* spends a lot of time and energy caring for her husband, who is a participant at Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care Center. Her husband, a veteran who was once an IT tech, suffered a severe stroke and can hardly operate a remote control.

Now  her husband is disabled and cannot contribute as much financially, Josephine is constantly feeling the stress of finances as well as caregiving. These factors are taking a toll on Josephine’s life and well-being, and she is not aware of the benefits of home support, the Veteran’s Agency, and other programs that she and her husband could be eligible for.

Many people who are caregivers do not expect to become caregivers, and even those who do are not aware of all the programs and support groups available to help seniors and caregivers alike. Some, like Josephine, are caregivers for veterans and do not utilize the benefits that the Veteran’s Agency has to offer simply because they are not informed about them. It is in the best interest of caregivers to look into the benefits that could be given to them and their loved ones to help save money and reduce stress. Different families in different situations may be able to receive help from a number of the following organizations:

Caregiver resources:

Alzheimer’s Association

Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

Department of Veterans Affairs 

Family Caregiver Alliance

Family Caregiving 101

National Alliance for Caregiving

National Family Caregiver Association

Medicare: Your Discharging Planning Checklist

Family Caregiver Alliance: Groups

Social Security Administration 

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How Can Oxnard Family Circle Help?

Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care Center is a social-model/health-model day program designed for seniors or adults of any age that require caregivers. Our program allows your loved one to enjoy two home-cooked meals a day, entertainment, medical assistance if necessary, excercise, and socialization for the low cost of 79.00 per day. If your loved one has MediCal or Veteran’s Agency Benefits, Oxnard Family Circle is a great option that will help you save money and alleviate stress. Your loved one will receive transportation to and from our center so they can continue to live at home while receiving all the benefits of a retirement facility. We also hold support groups for caregivers twice a month which is a crucial step in helping to prevent caregiver burnout. Oxnard Family Circle is dedicated to helping you and your loved one receive the best care at the lowest cost possible.