“There are only four kinds of people in the world – those who have been caregivers, those who are caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need caregivers.”
--Roselyn Carter
Caregiver Resources
Respite Care
Hospice of Homer offers Respite Care. Call 907-235-6899 to talk with the Service Coordinator about receiving services.
State of Alaska Family Support Program offers contracted respite care. Call Dani at 907-776-7654 for additional information.
Independent Living Center - has resources for respite care for those who have VA services
Medical Equipment/DME
Hospice of Homer has a free medical loan equipment closet. Loan equipment as long as you need it free of charge. Also, has incontinence supplies for free.
State of Alaska Family Support Program can provide up to $500 of supplemental services such as DME, incontinence supplies, meals, etc)
Caregiver Support Groups and Trainings
Hospice of Homer
State of Alaska Family Support Program
Grants
Alaska Mental Health Trust Mini-Grants - needs to be completed by an organization or care coordinator