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Caregiving

Aging Partners has a specialist dedicated to the issues of those caring for older loved ones. If you find yourself in this position, call Donna Washburn, Monday through Thursday at 402-441-6106 or e-mail dwashburn@lincoln.ne.gov.

Caregiver Support Group & Education Groups

The Caregivers Support Group meets the second Thursday of the month from
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital. The education group meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at Saint Paul United Methodist Church in downtown Lincoln. Each Lincoln group provides opportunities to discuss issues and problems
in an atmosphere of understanding and support.

View the Caregivers Support Group and Caregiver Education Group Calendars

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Respite Care

Respite care is temporary relief care designed for families of adults with special needs. Respite care can range from a few hours of care provided on a one-time basis to overnight or extended care sessions. Respite care can be utilized on a regular or irregular basis and can be provided by family members, friends and skilled care
providers or professionals. Providers, chosen by the family, care for adults with
special needs while families take a class, go to a movie, go on a vacation, or enjoy
any activity. Different programs are available to reduce the difficulties they face by furnishing funding for in-home services, respite, and supplemental services like home modifications, emergency response systems, and incontinence supplies. Programs
can provide financial assistance to qualified caregivers when funds are available.

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Publications

Respite Care Providers

Respite Funding Resources

Community Home Health Care

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Caregiver Health Assessments

Family caregivers do a lot to enhance the health and well being of the person they provide care to. It is important that they remember to take good care of themselves
as well. Caregivers have special needs and can benefit from flexible health promotion services designed to fit their busy schedules.

Services are free to caregivers and include:

Appointments can be set up at the home of the caregiver or another location
(e.g. senior center) that is convenient for the caregiver.

For more information call Health & Fitness at 402-441-7575.

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Answers4Families.org

Answers4Families Nebraska caregiver website offers information, education support
and discussion for families involved in the care of an older loved one via a special
Internet website. Visit answers4families.org

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