Planning for the Future
Caregiver Services
Caring for Caregivers
Providing caregivers the education and support they need.
Caregiver Assessment, Respite, Education & Support (CARES) supports Washtenaw County caregivers to recharge, reconnect, and regroup. CARES provides caregivers compassionate support, education and respite to promote health and well-being considering the following variables:
• Physical and Emotional Health
• Physical Stamina
• Financial Security
• Perceived Personal Freedom of caregivers
We offer:
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Brief assessment to get to know you and your needs
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No-Cost Respite care to give you a break
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Customized education and support
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Assistance with community resources
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Low fee transportation for you and your loved one
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Counseling specifically tailored to the needs of caregivers
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Caregiver Support Groups
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Text Talks. Weekly text message program with informative information and tips
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Peer telephonic support
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Resource advocacy
Assistance may be available for up to 36 hours of NO COST respite during a
90-day period. Participation will be limited.
This service is offered as part of WISE Choice
Click here for sliding scale WISE Safety Net Services for eligible low income community members.
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Through dedicated staff and volunteers, and in cooperation with a wide range of community partners, JFS strives to be a catalyst to meet the human service needs of all people of Washtenaw County.
We are committed to providing affordable, accessible, holistically-oriented and culturally sensitive care to our clients, whatever their identification, affiliation, lifestyle, background, race, religious creed, or national origin.
The most trusted names invest in us, because they trust us to invest in you.
