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on their behalf (especially if they cannot speak for themselves). Not having a health care proxy form in order can put you in a precarious position should your caree suddenly be unable to communicate. Further, if you have siblings or other people who may have differing opinions on care (even if they are well-meaning), it is good to establish one authority so nothing gets lost in the shuffle.
• Collect and organize documents and relevant information such as medical info (lab results, discharge summaries, insurance, durable power of attorney/health care proxy form, advance directives, list of medicines with prices and coverage, list of all numbers for their health care providers), birth certificate, marriage license, service records, divorce documentation and/or citizenship documentation (if applicable).
• Make a plan for their pet(s). It’s important to consider the impact those pets have on your caree’s mental health, your ability to take them on and what to do if you cannot.
• Make sure your senior dependent has a doctor who is inclusive. Perhaps your caree is plus sized or LGBTQIA+ and needs a doctor who will not dismiss or discriminate based on size, orientation or identity. If your caree is moving far to be with you, they will likely need to form new relationships with new doctors and a safe doctor can ease that transition.
• Try to establish a schedule. These changes can become overwhelming quickly and having a routine can ease the process.
• Assess communication and care needs, which may involve hearing devices, a service animal or medical equipment. Knowing and planning for what is required will help avoid financial surprises.
The important thing to remember through this journey is that no matter how insurmountable it feels, you’re not alone. From specializing therapists, support groups and your local community to organizations, home care assistants and more, people are there to help you keep the shine on your loved one’s golden years. You’ve got this.
Taking on the care of another person comes with additional costs, including essential upkeep, meds and possibly even outside care. Fortunately, there are resources for relief.
• Passages in Chico. Provides support for caregivers, care management and caregiver services, Medicare counseling, ombudsman services and more. passagescenter.org.
• IRS offers a dependent tax credit for spouses and dependent parents. If you want to
keep your parents in the home, you can file for a Medicaid Caregiver Child Exemption (medicaidplanningassistance.org/child- caregiver-exemption).
• HCBS Waivers and 1915(c) Waivers (Medicaid. gov) help cover home and personal services, including in-home caregiving.
• If your elder has served in the military, the Veterans Affairs Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) at VA.gov offers training, education and mental health care, as well as a monthly stipend to assist with the care costs.
• California In-Home Supportive Services
(IHSS) (cdss.ca.gov/in-home-supportive- servicesprogram) provides in-home assistance to elderly and disabled individuals who qualify.
• California Department of Aging (aging.ca.gov) provides lists of resources
• California Department of Social Services (cdss. ca.gov) provides information on support.
• Administration for Community Living (acl.gov) offers grants for those feeling the crunch of caretaking
• Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org/norcal) helps people navigate the challenges associated with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
• Network of Care for Aging (trilogyir.com) is a web portal for both seniors and their carers to get answers.
• California Health Advocates (ahealthadvocates. org/HICAP) a nonprofit which counsels about Medicare, offers webinars addressing many issues including appealing loss of health care coverage.
• Family Caregiver Alliance (caregiver.org) helps those needing and giving care and offers many resources in Chinese, Tagalog, Spanish and Vietnamese, as well as English.
If your senior dependent falls under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella, there are organizations ready to provide assistance.
• Sage is a technical assistance resource that offers
guidance, assistance, social connection and more
to your loved one. sageusa.org.
• National Center for Lesbian Rights (nclrights.
org) and the Human Rights Campaign (hrc.org) can help you navigate combating health care discrimination.
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Alsco, Inc.; Red Bluff. Alsco, Inc. has provid- ed quality service and irrigation products for farms, ranches, lawns and gardens for over 60 years. We provide irrigation solutions for the commercial farmer and the home gar- dener. The products we carry are top of the line and we will assist you with the right purchase. alscoirrigation.com. 535 Antelope Blvd. (530) 527-4001.
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Increasing the quality of life for caregivers by helping families master the challenges of caregiving.
WHO WE ARE
WHO WE HELP
HOW WE HELP
YOU ARE A CAREGIVER IF
LEARN ABOUT
Passages Caregiver Resource Center is a non profit organization that provides support services at no cost to family caregivers.
Informal (unpaid) family caregivers assisting/caring for an adult with a cognitive impairment that occurred after age 18, or someone age 60+ years in need of assistance with daily living activities (ADL's).
By providing support services designed to empower the individual associated with their caregiving journey. Support Groups | Educational Classes | Resources
You are a daughter, son, spouse, other relative or friend who assists a loved one with any of the following.... Personal Care | Finances | Driving | Meal Prep | Shopping
Reducing your stress
Where to go for help
Establishing an ongoing support network
CONNECT WITH US
Chico 530-898-5925
Redding 530-221-1900 Email mcrc@csuchico.edu
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