Supporting Family Caregivers in Pennsylvania

Caring for a parent, spouse, or other loved one can be a 24/7 job that is emotionally, physically and financially difficult. That’s why AARP works tirelessly to support family caregivers, striving to make your big responsibilities a little bit easier.

RESOURCES

AARP Family Caregiving Site
AARP is here to help with information and resources on caregiver life balance, financial and legal issues, care at home, health and more.

Community Resource Finder
Easily access a comprehensive listing of dementia and aging-related resources such as care providers, programs and services available in a specified area.

Quick Tips for Caregivers
Check out how to use simple household items to solve everyday challenges

FIGHTING FOR YOU

More support at home and in your community
AARP Pennsylvania worked with state legislators and the Governor this year to make more money available for family caregivers who rely on home and community services like home care, adult day care, personal care, such as help with bathing and dressing, and transportation. The state’s 1.59 million family caregivers need all the help they can get to help loved ones remain at home and in the community—where they want to be. That’s why AARP Pennsylvania is committed to ensuring that older residents have access to these critical services.

To join the fight for family caregivers and their loved ones, sign up to be an e-activist.

New Law Creates Caregiver Advisory Committee
AARP’s National Volunteer President Catherine Alicia Georges serves on the RAISE Family Caregiving Advisory Council, created by a bipartisan federal law that AARP fought hard to pass. The Council is charged with developing a national strategy to support family caregivers that includes communities, providers, government, and others. Learn more about the RAISE Family Caregiving Advisory Council.


Share your Story

Join the thousands of family caregivers have shared their experiences through AARP’s storytelling initiative, I Heart Caregivers. Your story will help AARP continue to fight for more support for family caregivers, including help at home, workplace flexibility, training, and relief in your state.