Article Publication Date:
2/2/2012
Summary:
AoA provides funding for a range of supports to family caregivers. This webpage provides a brief introduction to the National Family Caregiver Support Program, authorized under Title III E of the OAA. The NFCSP provides five types of services: 1. information to caregivers about available services, 2. assistance to caregivers in gaining access to the services, 3. individual counseling, organization of support groups, and caregiver training, 4. respite care, and 5.supplemental services.
Topics:
N/A
Types/Tools:
Populations:
Aging/Older Adults
Sources:
Administration on Aging
Programs/Initiatives:
Older Americans Act (OAA)
States:
Keywords:
Long-Term Care
National Family Caregiver Support Program; NFCSP; OAA Title IIIE
Contact
Administration on Aging (AoA)
aoainfo@aoa.hhs.gov
Phone:
202-619-0724
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/53255