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Integrated Care (RIC) Resources: Supporting Diverse Family Caregivers
In the U.S., more than 34 million family caregivers provide
physical, emotional, and financial support for someone age 50 or older. It
is a demanding role that can take a toll on a caregiver’s health and
well-being. Support services like respite care, counseling, training, and
support groups can improve well-being and the ability to manage caregiving
responsibilities. These services are most effective when they meet the
cultural and linguistic preferences of family caregivers.
RIC invites you to explore its resources on related
innovations and strategies. They highlight organizations successfully
providing supports and services that are tailored to the unique communities
they serve.
Organization Spotlights
Alzheimer’s Los Angeles provides care counseling, trainings,
and classes for family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease
and other dementia. Learn about these programs, discover 15 tip sheets for
caregivers (in four languages), and explore their telenovela series
tailored to the Latino community.
Partnering with faith-based organizations is one strategy
AgeOptions uses to reach diverse family caregivers. Read about its Caring
Together, Living Better program, developed through partnerships with
faith-based organizations, as well as the Paths to Faithful Caregiving
training program.
Volunteers of America Minnesota-Wisconsin’s tailors caregiver
support services to local African American, East African, and Hmong
communities. Services include support groups, monthly breakfasts, respite,
and coaching. Learn about the programs and how community health workers
were trained as Caregiver Consultants.
First Person Story
Read Rosa’s story to understand the impact training and care
counseling can have on family caregivers from diverse backgrounds. It also
includes strategies from Rosa’s care counselor for supporting caregivers of
individuals with dementia from diverse backgrounds.
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