- Support Groups
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- Weekly support Meetings will be held to support care givers.
These meetings will serve as a means for caregivers to share information,
discuss problems and solutions, obtain literature, listen to audio tapes,
etc. From time to time, guest speakers will be invited to address
special care giving issues.
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Transportation
If conflicts in schedules make it difficult for a caregiver to pick up
a prescription or take their loved one to the doctor, the Caregivers
Ministry Network is there to step in. We will provide transportation
to and from community amenities in order to facilitate support services,
reduce isolation and otherwise promote independent living. One must
contact their church advocate for this service.
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Information & Assistance
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- Caring for a person with special needs often requires the use of
special services. The Caregivers Ministry Network will assist clients
in finding and working with appropriate human service providers that can
meet their needs, which may include: information-giving, brokering (making
contact with a particular provider on behalf of client), referrals, and
follow-up to ensure services have been provided.
Respite Time
Time together as a family is
important, but so is time apart. The responsibilities of ongoing 24-hour care
can be stressful and unrelenting for many families of people with special
needs. Respite care is often essential to sustaining the health and stability
of family life. Respite services will be given to those individuals with the
greatest need. Some respite care items could include: prescription medication
runs, trips to the doctor, now removal, grass cutting, or simply time off from
caring for your loved one.
Hotline
A hotline has been established to assist clients with questions and
provide referrals. This line will be answered by an administrative
assistant during the hours of 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday t through Friday.
During the off hours, the line will be answered by an automated service
which will allow the caller to leave a message.
Caregivers Hotline 1-877-544-8377
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