Department of Health and Human Services |
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Research, Demonstration, and Evaluation Activities |
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Table XIV (Dollars in thousands) | |||
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PROGRAM | FY 2001 Actual |
FY 2002 Appropriation |
FY 2003 Presidents Budget Request |
National Family Caregiver Support Program (AoA) | $6,249 | $7,075 | $7,075 |
Total | $6,249 | $7,075 | $7,075 |
NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT PROGRAM (AoA)
Demonstration: The 2000 amendments to the Older Americans Act established a new program to support family caregivers. There are approximately 7 million informal caregivers, such as spouses and adult children, helping 95 percent of disabled older persons who need help in the community. Priorities include:
Evaluation:
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