Family Caregivers
The Aroostook Agency on Aging provides a wide range of support services for older adults and their family caregivers.
How does dementia care affect you? Do you have questions on care giving, ways to plan for the future of yourself and the person that you care for?
Are you wondering about services that your loved one may be eligible for?
Are you in a quandary as to how to manage challenging behaviors?
Do you just need someone to talk to regarding your increased responsibilities?
We know it is difficult not to feel overwhelmed. Please feel free to email Sharon Berz, LMSW-cc. with questions/concerns if you answered yes to any of the above questions.
Family Caregiver Support Program - Provides a good listening ear, practical suggestions and access to caregiver services for family caregivers who care for a family member age 60 or older.
Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia - We provide information on Alzheimer's disease including helpful tips on providing care for a person with a dementia. We can come to your home at your convenience. Training and workshops are also available. Respite care is available.The following is a list of documents to assist Caregivers and family members of a person dealing with a dementia or other related diseases. (click on the topic)
Behavior in Communication
The Aroostook Agency on Aging provides a wide range of support services for older adults and their family caregivers.
How does dementia care affect you? Do you have questions on care giving, ways to plan for the future of yourself and the person that you care for?
Are you wondering about services that your loved one may be eligible for?
Are you in a quandary as to how to manage challenging behaviors?
Do you just need someone to talk to regarding your increased responsibilities?
We know it is difficult not to feel overwhelmed. Please feel free to email Sharon Berz, LMSW-cc. with questions/concerns if you answered yes to any of the above questions.
Family Caregiver Support Program - Provides a good listening ear, practical suggestions and access to caregiver services for family caregivers who care for a family member age 60 or older.
Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia - We provide information on Alzheimer's disease including helpful tips on providing care for a person with a dementia. We can come to your home at your convenience. Training and workshops are also available. Respite care is available.The following is a list of documents to assist Caregivers and family members of a person dealing with a dementia or other related diseases. (click on the topic)
Behavior in Communication