There are a variety of tools available on the Internet
designed to help older people and family caregivers
assess their needs and determine the best strategies
for care. The following links highlight some of
these resources.
Benefits Check-up
www.benefitscheckup.org
The BenefitsCheckUp is an online service designed to
screen for federal, state and some local private and
public benefits for older adults (ages 55 and over).
Also available on the site is BenefitsCheckUpRx, a
service that identifies public and private programs
that can help pay for prescription drugs.CarePlanner
Handbook for Long Distance Caregivers
www.caregiver.org/caregiver/jsp/content_node.jsp?nodeid=1034
The Family Caregiver Alliance has made this booklet available to
offer a roadmap for those new to the challenges of caring from afar for ill or
elderly loved ones. Included: how to assess your care situation; develop a care
team; hold a family meeting; access community organizations and private agencies;
and balance work and caregiving
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