CAREGIVER WEBSITES
There are a variety of web sites that offer information and support for family caregivers. Many of these sites offer the ability to type in a zip code and obtain a list of local resources for home care, respite care, assisted living facilities, rehab facilities, hospice and other types of care. To locate other sites, type "FAMILY CAREGIVER" on any of the major search engines for a complete listing.
Here are some to get you started!
National Family Caregivers Association
The home page of the National Family Caregivers Association. Explore this web site and find out more about caregiving, what NFCA has to offer, about projects and programs underway and those that are planned for the future.
Care There
Provides a broad national database of information and services in the areas of health care, finance, insurance, legal products and emotional support - all specifically designed to assist caregivers.
Todays Caregiver Magazine
Internet home for Today's Caregiver Magazine. Site includes topic specific newsletters, online discussion lists, back issue articles, chat.
Family Care America
Offers varied resources to meet caregivers' specific needs, in their own localities, provides caregiver support, solution sharing, and discussion forums.
Web Of Care
Offers advice on disease-specific care situations, caregiver chats, product information, health news and local resource searches.