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Last Updated: November 24, 2025

Caregiver Resources

Family caregivers need support, information, and connection to services. This comprehensive resource directory includes national organizations, state-specific programs for Ohio and Maryland, and downloadable guides to help you navigate your caregiving journey.

National Caregiver Organizations

National Alliance for Caregiving

A nonprofit coalition that conducts research, develops national programs, and advocates for family caregivers. Provides valuable research reports and policy information.

  • Website: caregiving.org
  • Services: Research, advocacy, educational resources
  • Best for: Understanding caregiving trends and policy issues

Family Caregiver Alliance

National center on caregiving offering information, education, and advocacy services. Provides extensive online resources including fact sheets, guides, and a national directory of services.

  • Website: caregiver.org
  • Phone: 1-800-445-8106
  • Services: Educational programs, online support, caregiver assessment tools
  • Best for: Comprehensive caregiver education and support resources

ARCH National Respite Network

Leading national respite coalition committed to helping family caregivers locate respite services. Maintains the National Respite Locator Service to connect families with local providers.

Caregiver Action Network

Nation's leading family caregiver organization providing education, peer support, and resources for people caring for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, or aging needs.

  • Website: caregiveraction.org
  • Services: Educational toolkits, webinars, online community, advocacy
  • Best for: Peer support and practical caregiving tools

Eldercare Locator

A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting older adults and caregivers to local services including respite care, home care, transportation, and meal programs.

  • Website: eldercare.acl.gov
  • Phone: 1-800-677-1116
  • Services: Local Area Agency on Aging referrals, service directory
  • Best for: Finding local aging services and support programs

Ohio Caregiver Resources

Professional In-Home Care Provider - Mid-Ohio Valley

In-home care services including respite care for families throughout southeastern Ohio and the Mid-Ohio Valley region. Provides professional caregivers trained in personal care, dementia care, and companionship services.

  • Phone: (740) 276-8611
  • Website: Local Provider Website
  • Service Area: Marietta, Belpre, Vincent, Athens, Parkersburg (WV), and surrounding communities
  • Services: In-home respite care, personal care assistance, dementia care, companionship

Ohio Department of Aging

State agency administering programs for Ohio's older adults and family caregivers, including the National Family Caregiver Support Program.

  • Website: aging.ohio.gov
  • Services: Respite care vouchers, caregiver training, support groups

Area Agency on Aging District 7 (Southeastern Ohio)

Serves 10 counties in southeastern Ohio including Washington County (Marietta area). Connects caregivers to respite care, home care, and other supportive services.

  • Website: aaa7.org
  • Phone: 1-800-331-2644
  • Services: Care coordination, respite referrals, caregiver support

Ohio PASSPORT Program

Medicaid-funded program providing home care services including respite care for eligible Ohioans who need nursing facility level of care but prefer to remain at home.

Maryland Caregiver Resources

Professional In-Home Care Provider - Southern Maryland

In-home care services including respite care for families throughout Southern Maryland. Provides professional caregivers trained in personal care, dementia care, companionship, and 24-hour care services.

  • Phone: (410) 535-1111
  • Website: Local Provider Website
  • Address: 10801 Town Center Blvd, Dunkirk, MD 20754
  • Service Area: Calvert County, St. Mary's County, Charles County, Prince George's County, and surrounding communities
  • Services: In-home respite care, personal care assistance, dementia care, companionship, 24-hour care

Maryland Department of Aging

State agency providing resources and support for Maryland caregivers through local Area Agencies on Aging. Administers caregiver support programs and respite services.

  • Website: aging.maryland.gov
  • Services: Caregiver support, respite care programs, information and assistance

Southern Maryland Agency on Aging

Serves Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's counties (including Dunkirk area). Provides caregiver support services including respite care referrals and assistance programs.

  • Website: somdaaa.org
  • Phone: 1-800-638-8781
  • Services: Care coordination, respite care, caregiver training

Maryland Community Services Program

Medicaid waiver program providing home and community-based services including respite care for eligible Maryland residents who would otherwise require nursing facility care.

Downloadable Guides and Checklists

  • Caregiver Self-Assessment: Evaluate your own needs as a caregiver and identify areas where support would help
  • Respite Care Planning Checklist: Step-by-step guide to preparing for your first respite care experience
  • Questions to Ask Respite Providers: Essential questions to help you evaluate and select quality respite care services
  • Emergency Contact Information Sheet: Template for organizing critical medical and care information for respite caregivers
  • Daily Care Routine Guide: Form to document your loved one's typical schedule, preferences, and care needs

Additional Support Services

  • Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-272-3900 for dementia care support and resources
  • Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1) for veteran caregivers needing immediate support
  • AARP Family Caregiving: aarp.org/caregiving for caregiving resources and community
  • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): nami.org for mental health support and caregiver resources

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