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Midwife Center for Birth and Women's Health
Pittsburgh - With Woman Fridays
Offers pelvic exams and Pap tests, contraceptives, STD testing and treatment, physical exams, basic menopausal care, mammography referrals, and health information and education.
2831 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Eligibility: WomenExperiencing barriers (financial, uninsured, child care,
transportation, etc.) to getting quality healthcare
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
PLEA Agency
Pittsburg - School/Partial Hospital
Provides families of children with developmental and/or behavioral disorders with information on access to educational programs and family support services, sources of advocacy, and sources of information on state and federal regulations.
733 South Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Eligibility: Families with children age 5 to 21.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging
ACAAA Headquarters - Caregiver Support
Offers referrals to agencies that provide Caregiver Support services. Monitors and funds these services. Provides primary caregivers with a break from caregiving. Services include reimbursement for out of pocket costs associated with caregiving related services and supplies, education, training, counseling, respite care and more.
The program supports individuals who want to live at home but need help with daily activities such as meal preparation, bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and/or personal care. It is designed to ease the burden for caregivers who are overwhelmed with helping their loved one, managing their own family, and possibly work responsibilities as well.
2100 Wharton Street, Second Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Eligibility: Services are available to Allegheny County residents who are: Adults (18
and older) caring for someone who is 60 years of age or older (or
someone of any age with early onset Alzheimers) Grandparents (age 55
and older) taking care of grandchildren when parents are unavailable
Individuals (age 55 and older) taking care of a family member (age 18
to 59) with a disability.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Hope Grows
Iris Respite House - Family Caregiver Coaching - Parkinson's Disease
Provides a four-week program of coaching and therapy to caregivers and care receivers who are affected by Parkinson's Disease.
183 Shafer Road
Moon Township, PA 15108
Eligibility: Current or former family caregivers who are in need of coaching.
Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
Program Hours: call for details.
UPMC Senior Services
Administrative Headquarters - Education and Consultative Services
Provides aging-related education and training, including introductory and educational programs for older adults, caregivers, and the general public.
3600 Forbes Avenue
Suite 10055
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Eligibility: Serves individuals and families who are interested in learning more about caregiving for older adults.
Hours: Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
Program hours vary. Call for details.
Pennsylvania KinConnector
Harrisburg - Online Training and Materials for Kinship Care Families
Provides online video resources to assist kinship caregivers to address common situations faced in kinship care families.
441 Friendship Road
Harrisburg, PA 17111
Eligibility: No restrictions.
Hours: Available 24/7
Lawrence County Association for Responsible Care (LCARC)
New Castle - Waiver Programs
Provides support by trained staff to families in their homes through social activities, respite care and outcome oriented individual instruction. Hours of service are flexible to best meet the needs of families.
28 South Mercer Street
New Castle, PA 16101
Eligibility: Serves specific physical disorder/disability: Intellectual Disabilities
Hours: 24/7
Lawrence County Association for Responsible Care (LCARC)
New Castle - Respite Care
Provides respite services to individuals in their homes and in our licensed group homes, subject to availability. Families and caregivers can get relief from their daily responsibilities while being assured that their loved one is being cared for by well trained and qualified staff.
28 South Mercer Street
New Castle, PA 16101
Eligibility: Serves specific physical disorder/disability: Intellectual Disabilities
Hours: 24/7
Lifesteps
Autism Waiver Services, Family Training
Family Training is a service to develop expertise in the participant's family and informal care network so that caregivers can help the participant acquire, retain, or improve skills that directly improve the individual's ability to live independently. Training may include communication skills, stress reduction, self-direction, daily living skills, environmental adaptations, and socializing.
383 New Castle Road
Butler, PA 16001
Eligibility: Must be a family member or caregiver of an adult over the age of 21 who
have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)as defined in DSM IV
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm
Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging
Family Caregiver Support Program
Provides financial assistance to an unpaid caregiver who provides hands-on care for a person 60 years of age and over
305 Chamber Plaza
Charleroi, PA 15022
Eligibility: To be eligible, one must be the primary caregiver for an adult age 60 or
over or an adult with chronic dementia. Primary caregivers for an
individual, ages 19-59, with a disability and relatives providing care
for children may also qualify for the program.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging
Fayette County Services to Seniors - Family Caregiver Support Program
Provides financial assistance to an unpaid caregiver who provides hands-on care for a person 60 years of age and over
623 Pittsburgh Road
Uniontown, PA 15401
Eligibility: To be eligible, one must be the primary caregiver for an adult age 60 or
over or an adult with chronic dementia. Primary caregivers for an
individual, ages 19-59, with a disability and relatives providing care
for children may also qualify for the program.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services
Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services - Area Agency on Aging - Grandparents Program
Provides assistance to older persons who are caring for the children of family members, and who reside in the same household. Based on assessed needs and the financial situation of the family, the caregiver may be eligible to receive reimubursement for in-home and center-based respite care services, and for limited supplemental services. Services include caregiver training and education, family-centered benefits counseling, and caregiver support groups.
305 Chamber Plaza
Charleroi, PA 15022
Eligibility: Seniors caring for children of family members who reside in the same
household
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
Allegheny County Assistance Office Headquarters - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • Piatt Place
    305 Fifth Avenue, Suite 470
    Pittsburgh, PA 15222
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Armstrong County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 1280 North Water Street
    Kittanning, PA 16201
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Beaver County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 171 Virginia Avenue
    PO Box 349
    Rochester, PA 15074
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Butler County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 108 Woody Drive
    Butler, PA 16001
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Cambria County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 625 Main Street
    Johnstown, PA 15901
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Fayette County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 41 West Church Street
    Uniontown, PA 15401
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Greene County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 109 Greene Plaza
    Suite 1
    Waynesburg, PA 15370
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Indiana County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 2750 West Pike Road
    Indiana, PA 15701
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Lawrence County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 108 Cascade Galleria
    New Castle, PA 16101
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Mercer County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 2236 Highland Road
    Hermitage, PA 16148
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Somerset County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 164 Stayrook Street
    Somerset, PA 15501
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Washington County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 167 North Main Street
    Washington, PA 15301
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Southwestern County Assistance Offices
    Westmoreland County Assistance Office - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
    Provides money, also known as Cash Assistance, to help:
  • Pregnant women
    • Dependent children and their parents who live with them
    • Dependent children and other relatives who live with them and care for them
  • 587 Sells Lane
    Greensburg, PA 15601
    Eligibility: Pennsylvania residents who meet the requirements listed on the website under Am I Eligible. Staff at the County Assistance Office can provide more information on all of the requirements.
    Hours: Office Hours vary by county. Call or visit the website for details.
    Northampton County Area Agency On Aging
    Northampton County Area Agency on Aging - Northampton County Area Agency On Aging
    Area Agencies on Aging provides local services, act as advocates, and generally assist older
    citizens to remain active in their communities. They operate under guidance from the Pennsylvania Department of Aging.
    Services include:
    - Advocacy - Support and representation, administratively and legislatively, for the needs of older adults as a group or individually.
    - PA MEDI - assistance with health insurance benefit concerns, appeals, benefit applications.
    - Employment Services - subsidized employment for training purposes. Available to low income persons age 55 and older.
    - Information and Referral - answers to questions on the availability of services and programs for older adults.
    - Legal Services - provided in non-fee generating cases via a contract with North Penn Legal Services, Inc.
    - Nursing Home Transition - Information about availability of long term care in a variety of settings - in the home, or in assisted living, and planning/coordination in making a move to an alternate setting including arranging for necessary services, for current residents of nursing homes.
    - Ombudsman - receives, investigates and assists in resolving complaints about quality of long term care.
    Provides information on long term care issues.
    - Protective Services - activities, resources and supports to prevent or intervene in abuse, neglect, exploitation and abandonment cases.
    - Specialized Transportation - limited availability of rides to medical appointments and social service agencies.
    - Care Management - casework services for assessment and care planning, and authorization of the following:
    - Adult Day Care - caregiving in an organized setting for less than a 24 hour day. Excellent for caregiver respite.
    - Emergency Energy Assistance - bill payment or provision of fuel to avoid utility shut off or lack of fuel in crisis situations.
    - Caregiver Support Program - educational services and financial assistance to family care providers.
    - Home Delivered Meals - hot/cold meals delivered to maintain necessary nutrition.
    - Home Health Care - skilled nursing, therapy and aide services.
    - Nursing Home Respite Services - respite for overnight absences of caregivers.
    - Personal Care - in-home help with bathing and other personal hygiene, laundry, shopping and meal preparation.
    - Pre-Admission Assessment - level of care determination for those considering admission to a long term care facility.
    - Waiver Services - Medicaid-funded in-home services of the types listed above, and more, to maintain nursing-home eligible older adults in their homes.
    - Senior Farmer Market Nutrition Program - provides food vouchers for residents 60 years old who meet income guidelines

    Information and referral service provides information on the availability of services and programs for older adults. Services may be delivered directly, purchased from a community agency, or available through a cooperative agreement.
    2801 Emrick Boulevard
    Bethlehem, PA 18020
    Eligibility: County residents age 60 years and older
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    420 Shaffer Road
    Bloomsburg, PA 17815
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    Elan Gardens
    465 Vernard Road
    Clarks Summit, PA 18411
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    150 Pike County Boulevard
    Hawley, PA 18428
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    1101 Vine Street
    Scranton, PA 18510
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Harrisburg - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm.
    322 North 2nd Street
    Sunbury, PA 17801
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on the second Wednesday of the month at
    6:30 pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Harrisburg - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on the fourth Thursday of the month at 6:30pm.
    58 Neitz Road
    Northumberland, PA 17857
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on the fourth Thursday of the month at
    6:30pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Harrisburg - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on the second Monday of the month at 6:00pm.
    29 Grayson View Court
    Selinsgrove, PA 17870
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on the second Monday of the month at
    6:00pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on the fourth Thursday at 2:00pm.
    149 South Hunter Highway
    Drums, PA 18222
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on the fourth Thursday at 2:00pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    4 East Center Hill
    Dallas, PA 18612
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    209 Roberts Road
    Pittston, PA 18640
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    30 Virginia Drive
    Tunkhannock, PA 18657
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Early Stage Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with early stage Alzheimer's disease or dementia. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm.
    620 Baltimore Drive
    Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on the third Tuesday of the month at
    6:00pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    620 Baltimore Drive
    Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    874 Schechter Drive
    Wilkes Barre Township, PA 18702
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    335 3rd Avenue
    Kingston, PA 18704
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - State College - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm.
    Susque-View
    22 Cree Drive
    Lock Haven, PA 17745
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on the second Tuesday of the month at
    7:00pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    200 Jersey Lane
    East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter
    Alzheimer's Association - Greater Pennsylvania Chapter - Wilkes-Barre - Family and Caregiver Support Group
    Offers peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30 pm.
    Loder Senior Center
    62 Analomink Street
    East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Meetings are held once per month on second Monday of the month at 5:30
    pm.
    United States Department of Veterans Affairs
    United States Department of Veteran Affairs - Veteran Benefits Assistance
    The National Resource Directory is a website for connecting wounded warriors, Service Members, Veterans, and their families with those who support them. The Directory is available at https://www.nationalresourcedirectory.gov/ . The Directory provides access to services and resources at the national, state and local levels to support recovery, rehabilitation and community reintegration. Visitors can find information on a variety of topics including benefits & compensation, education & training, employment, family & caregiver support, health, homeless assistance, housing, transportation & travel and other services & resources. The Directory is a partnership among the Departments of Defense, Labor and Veterans Affairs. The information contained within the Directory is from federal, state and local government agencies, Veterans service and benefit organizations, non-profit and community-based organizations, academic institutions and professional associations that provide assistance to wounded warriors and t
    810 Vermont Avenue, NW
    Washington, DC 20420
    Bucks County Area Agency on Aging
    Doylestown - Bucks County Area Agency on Aging - Senior Resource Directory
    The Bucks County AAA maintains a partial listing of major resources for the elderly and their families. More information, including eligibility requirements, is available from the individual agencies.
    55 East Court Street
    3rd Floor
    Doylestown, PA 18901
    Second Family Memory Care Center
    Wilkes Barre - Alzheimer's Association Support Group Meeting
    Offers a monthly support group meeting for anyone going through the struggles of providing care and/or living with Alzheimer's or a related dementia. Group facilitated by trained individuals.
    89 South Washington Street
    Wilkes Barre, PA 18701
    Eligibility: No limitations or restrictions
    Hours: Third Thursday of each month from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
    Union-Snyder Agency on Aging, Inc.
    Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
    Provides information to caregivers about available services, assistance to caregivers in gaining access to the services, individual counseling, organization of support groups, caregiver training, respite care and supplemental services, on a limited basis.
    116 North Second Street
    Lewisburg, PA 17837
    Eligibility: Caregivers
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm
    Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging
    Eddystone - Caregiver Support Program
    Provides the primary caregivers with reimbursement for out-of-pocket costs associated with caregiving such as respite, caregiving-related services and supplies. The program offers education, training, counseling and more. Each caregiver is assigned a care manager who will come to the care receivers' home, conduct a comprehensive assessment of the needs of the caregiver, provide support, and work with them to develop a person-centered plan of care.
    1510 Chester Pike
    Suite 250
    Eddystone, PA 19022
    Eligibility: If you are a caregive in Delaware County and you: •Are age 55+ and are
    caregiving for grandchildren under the age of 18 •Are age 60+ and are
    caregiving for a disabled relative between the ages of 18-59 •Are age
    18+ and are caregiving for someone age 60+ you may be eligible for
    financial reimbursement for some expenses you incur in caring for your
    relative.
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
    Senior Day Services
    Scranton - Senior Companion Care Program
    Volunteers provide assistance with daily tasks and encourage participants to stay active and connected. Volunteers also provide needed respite for caregivers so they can run errands, take a needed break or tend to themselves, their families and other commitments.

    Recruits volunteer Adults 55 or older who want to share their experience and compassion for others to become a Senior Companion. Senior Companions receive a small tax-free financial stipend, training, and transportation cost (mileage) reimbursement.
    1200 Saginaw Street
    Scranton, PA 18505
    Eligibility: Serves older adults
    Hours: By appointment only, Monday throught Friday, 6:30am to 5:30pm
    Buxmont Academy and Community Service Foundation
    Bethlehem - Family Group Decision Making
    Brings together family and friends to support and help parents and caregivers develop a plan for the future of their family. Helps youth to take responsibility for their actions and gives families decision-making power in issues that affect them. Provides trained facilitators to provide a safe space to ensure every voice is heard to:
    * Enable youth to take control of their own lives
    * Help youth to create a hopeful plan for the future
    * Build collaborative relationships with service providers
    531 Main Street, 1st Floor
    Bethlehem, PA 18018
    Eligibility: Children and youth ages 12 to 18 and their parents/caregivers
    Hours: Call for information.
    Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute
    Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute - Division Street Clinic - Partial Hospitalization
    Operates a short-term treatment program designed to help clients through an intensive treatment option.
    401 Division Street
    Harrisburg, PA 17110
    Eligibility: Adults from age18 to age 65 with acute psychiatric symptoms
    Hours: Day partial runs 8:00am to 2:30pm - Call for information
    St. Luke's Penn Foundation
    Penn Foundation - Assertive Community Treatment; Bucks - Assertive Community Treatment
    Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) provides community-based psychiatric treatment, outreach, rehabilitation, and support to individuals with severe mental illness who may have co-occurring problems and who may have had multiple psychiatric and substance abuse hospitalizations. This program aims to fulfill needs and achieve goals that have not been met through traditional office-based treatment and rehabilitation services.
    500 Creekside Dr
    Suites 501 and 503
    Pottstown, PA 19464
    Greater Homecare Services, Inc.
    Family Caregiver Program
    Offers a program which allows an individual to be a paid caregiver to a family member or loved one. Provides additional training to ensure quality care.
    8110 West Chester Pike
    Upper Darby, PA 19082
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: 24/7
    Lycoming/Clinton Joinder Board
    Lycoming County - Early Intervention Services
    Program for children birth to 3-years-old who have been identified with special needs and meet the eligibility requirements. Designed to help families better meet the needs of their child. Through a family training model, services are provided in the child's natural environment with the active participation of their parents and other caregivers. These services can include: home-based instruction, physical, occupational and speech therapies, case management services, and tracking/monitoring a childâ??s development.
    200 East Street
    Williamsport, PA 17701
    Eligibility: A child referred to the program will receive an evaluation conducted by a
    trained professional who will assess all five developmental areas
    (cognitive, physical, social/emotional, self-help, and
    language/speech.) If the child shows a delay of 25% or more (in
    months) in at least one of the five areas, they are eligible for
    services. There are additional criteria based on informed clinical
    opinion and diagnosed medical conditions which have a high probability
    of resulting in developmental delay.
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
    Lycoming/Clinton Joinder Board
    Clinton County - Early Intervention Services
    Program for children birth to 3-years-old who have been identified with special needs and meet the eligibility requirements. Designed to help families better meet the needs of their child. Through a family training model, services are provided in the child's natural environment with the active participation of their parents and other caregivers. These services can include: home-based instruction, physical, occupational and speech therapies, case management services, and tracking/monitoring a childâ??s development.
    8 North Grove Street
    Suite A
    Lock Haven, PA 17745
    Eligibility: A child referred to the program will receive an evaluation conducted by a
    trained professional who will assess all five developmental areas
    (cognitive, physical, social/emotional, self-help, and
    language/speech.) If the child shows a delay of 25% or more (in
    months) in at least one of the five areas, they are eligible for
    services. There are additional criteria based on informed clinical
    opinion and diagnosed medical conditions which have a high probability
    of resulting in developmental delay.
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
    Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging
    Caregiver Support Program
    Program works to ease the stresses of caregiving by focusing on the well-being of the caregiver. Provides the primary caregiver with reimbursement for out-of-pocket costs associated with caregiving, such as respite, caregiving-related services and supplies. The program also offers education, training, counseling, and more.
    123 Wyoming Avenue Floor 4
    Scranton, PA 18503
    Eligibility: * Income eligible

    * Lackawanna County resident

    * Caring for family member age 60 years or older
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
    Easterseals Eastern Pennsylvania - Eastern PA Administrative Office
    Easterseals Eastern Pennsylvania - Berks Division - ABA Therapy Coaching for Parent
    Offers Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy coaching for parents of children with autism throughout northeast Pennsylvania. ABA is a type of therapy that helps improve communication and social interactions, develop new skills, and support positive behavior. Families have two options. They can receive a free consultation with a therapist who can provide interventions and strategies to manage behaviors and increase engagement. For families wanted more training, multiple sessions of individualized coaching working one-on-one with an Easterseals ABA therapist. Sessions extend beyond the parents to include other caregivers in the child’s life like siblings, grandparents or sitters. All meetings and coaching sessions are done through a secure online platform using videoconferencing. The program is provided at no cost to families thanks to funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
    90 George Street
    Reading, PA 19605
    Eligibility: Parents of children with autism
    Chester County Department of Aging Services
    West Chester - Chester County Department of Aging Services - Family/Caregiver Programs
    Provides supports for primary caregivers with functionally dependent persons age 60 and older, or under 60 years of age with a diagnosis of dementia. ssessment, care management, information counseling, benefits counseling and caregiver training are free of charge. Financial support may be provided for purchase of supplies and services, home modifications, assistive devices and respite care.
    601 Westtown Road, Suite 130
    Government Services Center
    West Chester, PA 19380
    Eligibility: - The household income must not exceed 380% of the poverty level. All
    household income will be taken into consideration. - To be eligible, a
    person must be the primary caregiver of a functionally dependent
    person (care receiver) who is age 60 or older or is under the age of
    60 and has been diagnosed with chronic dementia. - When the care
    receiver is an adult under the age of 60 with chronic dementia, the
    caregiver must obtain a written statement from physician indicating
    the care receiver has been diagnosed with chronic dementiaProgram
    eligibility varies, call for information. - Call for more eligibility
    information
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
    South Central Pennsylvania Sickle Cell Council
    Harrisburg - Sickle Cell Disease Advocacy and Education
    Promotes public awareness, education, and training about sickle cell disease. Offers client health advocacy, comprehensive psychosocial assessments, individual counseling, testing, social work, case management, and other supports.
    2000 Linglestown Road, Suite 103
    Harrisburg, PA 17110
    Eligibility: Serves individuals who have sickle cell disease or sickle cell traits,
    their families, and caregivers.
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
    Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry
    Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry - Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services - Assistive Technology Training
    Provide training for individuals who have physical or sensory limitations and/or for their caregivers which focuses on the care and utilization of the particular type of assistive technology product they require and changes the devices might require in their lives.
    1130 Twelfth Avenue, Suite 300
    Altoona District Office
    Altoona, PA 16601
    Eligibility: Call or visit web site for more information.
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
    Hope Enterprises
    Williamsport Campus - Community Inclusion
    Provides an array of individualized supports to help individuals learn, maintain, or improve skills. Participants learn and use skills in the context of daily activities which are necessary to live in the community, to live more independently, or to be more productive and participatory in community life.
    2401 Reach Road
    Williamsport, PA 17701
    Eligibility: * Individuals with developmental disabilities

    * Residents of Clinton, Columbia, Lycoming, Montour, Snyder, and
    Union Counties
    Hours: By appointment.
    Visiting Nurse Association of Central Pennsylvania
    Crossing Hospice of the VNA
    Full service hospice program providing comprehensive physical care by nurses and home health aides; assistance with home, family or legal issues by a medical social worker; emotional and spiritual support from a spiritual care counselor; practical help from trained volunteers; and follow-up bereavement support for caregiver and family for a period of one year.
    3315 Derry Street
    Harrisburg, PA 17111
    Eligibility: Anyone no longer seeking or receiving curative treatment for a
    life-limiting chronic illness or disease (includes cancer, endstage
    cardiac, lung, liver or kidney disease; Alzheimer's or other endstage
    dementia; ALS; MS - to name a few) Referral can be made by attending
    physician, family member or friend.
    Hours: Monday through Sunday, 8:00am to 5:00pm; 24/7 on-call service
    Visiting Nurse Association of Central Pennsylvania
    Visiting Nurse Association of Central Pennsylvania (New Bloomfield) - Crossing Hospice of the VNA
    Full service hospice program providing comprehensive physical care by nurses and home health aides; assistance with home, family or legal issues by a medical social worker; emotional and spiritual support from a spiritual care counselor; practical help from trained volunteers; and follow-up bereavement support for caregiver and family for a period of one year.
    8401 Spring Road #3
    New Bloomfield, PA 17068
    Eligibility: Anyone no longer seeking or receiving curative treatment for a
    life-limiting chronic illness or disease (includes cancer, endstage
    cardiac, lung, liver or kidney disease; Alzheimer's or other endstage
    dementia; ALS; MS - to name a few) Referral can be made by attending
    physician, family member or friend.
    Hours: Monday through Sunday, 8:00am to 5:00pm; 24/7 on-call service
    Centre County Human Services - Office of Aging
    Bellefonte - Caregiver Support Program
    Helps to lessen the burden on caregivers by providing information, assistance, caregiver training, respite care assistance, and supplemental services.
    420 Holmes Street
    Suite 245
    Bellefonte, PA 16823
    Eligibility: Call for information
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
    Albright LIFE Chester
    Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)
    Helps older Pennsylvanians to live independently while receiving services and supports that meet the health and personal needs of the individual. Services may include: LIFE Center primary care, dentistry, emergency services, hospital care, laboratory/x-ray services, medical specialty services, nursing home care, nutritional counseling, occupational and physical therapies, prescription drugs, home care, meals, caregiver training, support groups, approved transportation, and respite care.
    555 Fox Chase
    Suite 106
    Coatesville, PA 19320
    Eligibility: * Adults age 55+

    * Live in the service area defined by the zip codes below

    * Meet the level of care needs for a skilled nursing facility or a
    special rehabilitation facility

    * Be able to live safely in the community with help from LIFE
    Hours: Call for information.
    American Heart Association
    Pittsburgh Metro - Specialized Information and Referral
    Provides current information on heart disease prevention and the importance of nutrition and exercise. Advocates on issues such as; smoke-free public places, more bike and pedestrian friendly cities and towns, better nutrition and higher quality physical education in schools and affordable healthcare.

    Improves the quality of care for heart and stroke patients by providing training for medical professionals and educating the public about the warning signs of stroke, and providing resources for stroke survivors and caregivers.

    National organization supports heart and stroke research and disseminates medical advances and new treatment guidelines though journals, conferences and online courses.
    444 Liberty Avenue
    Suite 1300
    Pittsburgh, PA 15222
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
    American Heart Association
    Lehigh Valley and Northeast Division - Specialized Information and Referral
    Provides current information on heart disease prevention and the importance of nutrition and exercise. Advocates on issues such as; smoke-free public places, more bike and pedestrian friendly cities and towns, better nutrition and higher quality physical education in schools and affordable healthcare.

    Improves the quality of care for heart and stroke patients by providing training for medical professionals and educating the public about the warning signs of stroke, and providing resources for stroke survivors and caregivers.

    Supports heart and stroke research and disseminates medical advances and new treatment guidelines though journals, conferences and online courses.
    Eligibility: Anyone
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
    American Heart Association
    Philadelphia - Specialized Information and Referral
    Provides current information on heart disease prevention and the importance of nutrition and exercise. Advocates on issues such as; smoke-free public places, more bike and pedestrian friendly cities and towns, better nutrition and higher quality physical education in schools and affordable healthcare.

    Improves the quality of care for heart and stroke patients by providing training for medical professionals and educating the public about the warning signs of stroke, and providing resources for stroke survivors and caregivers.

    National organization supports heart and stroke research and disseminates medical advances and new treatment guidelines though journals, conferences and online courses.
    1617 JFK Boulevard
    Suite 700
    Philadelphia, PA 19103
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
    American Heart Association
    Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania - Specialized Information and Referral
    Provides current information on heart disease prevention and the importance of nutrition and exercise. Advocates on issues such as; smoke-free public places, more bike and pedestrian friendly cities and towns, better nutrition and higher quality physical education in schools and affordable healthcare.

    Improves the quality of care for heart and stroke patients by providing training for medical professionals and educating the public about the warning signs of stroke, and providing resources for stroke survivors and caregivers.

    National organization supports heart and stroke research and disseminates medical advances and new treatment guidelines though journals, conferences and online courses.
    1575 Corporate Woods Parkway
    Suite 150
    Uniontown, OH 44685
    Independent Support Groups
    Dementia Caregiver Support Group - The Glen at Willow Valley - Demenia Caregiver Support Group
    Offers support with the help of a trained facilitator to persons who have a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or other form of dementia. The group offers an environment to discuss frustrations and needs as well as receive comfort and advice. The meetings also provide updated information on the disease, practical care techniques and community resources. The group is open to anyone, not just families of Willow Valley residents. This group is sponsored by the South Central PA Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association.
    600 Willow Valley Square
    Lancaster, PA 17602
    Eligibility: Open to the public
    Hours: Fourth Tuesday of the month, 11:00am to 12:00pm in the north activity
    room
    York County Government - York County Human Services Department
    York County Human Services - York County Area Agency on Aging - Adult Day Program and Out of Home Respite
    Supervises activities and social contacts for those older adults who require more support than can be provided at a Senior Community Center. Offers respite for caregivers enabling them to work outside of the home or offer a break from the daily rigors of twenty-four hour care giving.

    SERVICES:
  • socialization & recreation
    • nutrition
    • transportation
    • supervision & basic personal care
    • reality orientation
    • Self-help training can be found in the Adult Day Care Centers.
  • 2401 Pleasant Valley Road
    York, PA 17402
    Eligibility: * York County resident

    * 60 years of age or older

    * Unable to care for their own personal needs or require 24 hour
    supervision due to a mental or physical disabilities

    * Ambulatory or able to use a wheelchair or walker for mobility with
    assistance

    * Uncontrolled behavior problems cannot be managed in Adult Day Care

    * Be able to withstand transportation for at least one half-hour or
    have caregivers be able to transport the participant one or both
    ways within the hours of operation.
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
    York County Government - York County Human Services Department
    York County Human Services - York County Area Agency on Aging - In-Home Community Based Services
    Home-based services available to assist consumers who are able to live independently but having difficulty meeting their activities of daily living.

  • DAILY LIVING ASSISTANCE TASKS: bathing, dressing and grooming, doing laundry and getting groceries.

    • RESPITE CARE: sole caregiver of a consumer is able to leave the home for short periods weekly for business or recreational purposes.

    • HOME SUPPORT SERVICES: assistance with laundry and grocery shopping for up to 2 hours every other week. Note: laundry and grocery shopping are private pay.

    • Trained care assistants from contracted Home Health Agencies provide the services authorized by the care manager.
  • 2401 Pleasant Valley Road
    York, PA 17402
    Eligibility: * York County residents in a non-institutional setting.

    * 60 years of age or older.

    * Have a physical, mental, or emotional disability that requires
    assistance in order to remain living independently in their home.

    * The consumers appropriate for this service generally require less
    than 5 hours per week assistance.

    * Home bound to the extent that they are unable to leave their
    residences without assistance and/or supervision.

    * Lack adequate informal support from family or others.
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
    ShareCare Faith in Action
    Bethlehem - Senior Support Services
    Coordinates a network of trained volunteers who provide one-on-one services to the elderly and those with special needs. Services include door-to-door transportation and escort, visitation, shopping, respite care, and Caregiver Canines with Certified Therapy Dog visits. Volunteer Opportunities are available.
    321 Wyandotte Street
    Bethlehem, PA 18015
    Eligibility: * Serves seniors and individuals living with disabilities

    * Residents of Lehigh Valley
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm
    Perry County Office of Aging
    Perry County Area Agency on Aging - Family Caregiver Support Program
    Assistance with costs of respite care, caregiver training, home adaptation, adult day care and homemaker service.
    315 Keystone Way
    New Bloomfield, PA 17068
    Eligibility: Anyone 60 years and older
    National Alliance on Mental Illness Blair County
    Altoona - NAMI Homefront
    Offers a free, 6-session educational program for families, caregivers and friends of military service members and veterans with mental health conditions. NAMI Homefront is designed to address the unique needs of family, caregivers and friends of those who have served or are currently serving our country. The program is taught by trained family members of service members/veterans with mental health conditions.
    711 9th Avenue
    Suite 2
    Altoona, PA 16602
    Eligibility: Families, caregivers and friends of military service members and veterans
    with mental health conditions
    Hours: Hours vary
    Wounded Warrior Project
    Pittsburgh - Veteran Services
    Wounded Warrior Project is a charitable organization that assists physically or mentally injured veterans through advocacy, events, resources and programs.
    600 River Avenue
    Suite 400
    Pittsburgh, PA 15212
    Eligibility: Wounded Warrior Project serves veterans and service members who incurred
    a physical or mental injury, illness, or wound, co-incident to their
    military service on or after September 11, 2001 and their families.
    Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
    Wounded Warrior Project
    Virtual Resource - Veteran Services
    Wounded Warrior Project is a charitable organization that assists physically or mentally injured veterans through advocacy, events, resources and programs.
    4899 Belfort Road
    Suite 300
    Jacksonville, FL 32256
    Eligibility: Wounded Warrior Project serves veterans and service members who incurred
    a physical or mental injury, illness, or wound, co-incident to their
    military service on or after September 11, 2001 and their families.
    Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
    Dwell Orphan Care
    Williamsport - Trust Based Relational Intervention Caregiver Training
    Geared specifically for individuals who care for children from hard places, this TBRI Caregiver Training equips caregivers with tools and strategies to build attachment, deeper connections and trust-filled bonds with children in their care. Taught in four modules, the program covers brain chemistry, trauma impacts, and the pillars of TBRI: Connection, Empowerment, and Connection.
    1157 Market Street
    Williamsport, PA 17701
    Eligibility: Foster, adoptive, and kinship families, and individuals who have legal,
    custodial guardianship of children in their care.
    Hours: Irregular - e-mail or visit website for details.
    St Joseph Regional Health Network
    St. Joseph Medical Center Downtown Campus - Family Practice
    Family Practice that focuses on providing family health care.
    145 North Sixth Street
    Downtown Reading Campus
    Reading, PA 19601
    Eligibility: Open to the public
    Hours: By appointment only
    Children's House/Child Advocacy Center (CHCAC)
    Towanda - Trauma Therapy
    Onsite and offsite Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is available for children who have experienced trauma. This is a research-based, highly effective therapy. Specially trained therapists work with children and their non-offending caregivers for 8-12 sessions to address the trauma, teach coping mechanisms and build resiliency.
    64 Hospital Drive
    Towanda, PA 18848
    Eligibility: Children who have experienced trauma. Ages 3 to 18 years old.
    Hours: By appointment only.
    Greater Erie Community Action Committee
    Central Office - Caregiver Support Program
    Provides reimbursement for care giving expenses for people caring for parents, spouses, children or relatives that live at home.

    Benefits provided include:
    financial reimbursements, adult day care, skilled nursing and household expenses, home modification or assistive devices such as ramps and wheelchairs
    . Information and referral on resources
    , respite care
    , benefits counseling
    , caregiver training, and care coordination may also be available.
    18 West 9th Street
    Erie, PA 16501
    Eligibility: Caregiver of someone age 60 or older. Financial eligibility determined by
    proof of annual household income. The services being provided can not
    be completed by a family member. Also can assist grandparents 55 years
    or older who have legal, custodial or guardianship of their biological
    grandchild.
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
    HealthChoices - Erie County
    Erie - HealthChoices of Erie County
    Offers health care services for Medical Assistance recipients; to improve the quality of health care available to Medical Assistance recipients; and to stabilize Pennsylvania's Medical Assistance spending.
    154 West 9th Street
    4th Floor
    Erie, PA 16501
    Eligibility: No limitations or restrictions
    Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
    Office of Human Services (Area Agency on Aging)
    Family Caregiver Support
    Offers a free assessment, care management, benefits, financial and resource counseling, caregiving skills training and education, support and financial assistance with expenses in purchasing caregiving related services (including caregiver relief), supplies, durable goods, home modifications and assistive devices.
    118 Center Street
    PO Box A
    Ridgway, PA 15853
    Eligibility: Call for more information.
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm Call for more information.
    Clarion Area Agency on Aging
    Clarion - Personal Care Services
    Personal Care Services consist of ``hands-on'' activities provided by a trained, supervised caregiver. Services may include assistance with personal hygiene, feeding, adaptive devices, grooming, ambulation, transfers, and medication management. A care manager makes a home visit to determine need and the appropriate services to be arranged and provided.
    16 Venture Lane
    Clarion, PA 16214
    Eligibility: Call for information.
    Hours: Weekdays, 8:30am to 4:30pm
    Franklin County Government
    Franklin County Area Agency on Aging - Aging Services
    Program for those providing care for a care dependent older adult. The caregiver is the primary manager of their care. The program works to ease the stresses of caregiving by focusing on the well-being of the caregiver. The program provides the primary caregiver with reimbursement for out-of-pocket costs associated with caregiver, such as respite, personal care, and caregiving-related services and supplies. The program also offers education, training, counseling, and more.
    600 Norland Avenue
    Suite 11
    Chambersburg, PA 17201
    Eligibility: Primary caregiver is 18+, caring for a dependent older adult 60+ or an
    individual age 18-59 with Alzheimer's or other chronic dementia. OR
    Primary Caregiver is 55+ and caring for an individual age 18-59 with a
    disability (cannot be dementia related). Care receiver must require
    assistance with at least 1 ADL. Household income is taken into
    account.
    Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Franklin County Government
    Franklin County Area Agency on Aging - Aging Services
    Support services are available which include:
    1. Information to caregivers about available services
    2. Assistance to caregivers in gaining access to the services
    3. Individual counseling, organization of support groups, training of caregivers to assist them in decision making and problem-solving that are related to their caregiving roles and
    4. Reimbursement for services and/or supplies.
    600 Norland Avenue
    Suite 11
    Chambersburg, PA 17201
    Eligibility: Individuals must meet the following criteria for services in this
    program: - Grandparents must be 55 years of age or older -
    Grandchildren must be 18 years of age or younger - Grandparents and
    grandchild must be related by blood, adoption, or marriage -
    Grandparents and grandchild must reside in the same household -
    Grandparents must provide majority of care supervision
    Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    North Central Sight Services
    Williamsport - Occupational Therapy
    Low vision or blindness may limit independence in and outside the home and result in having difficulty with daily tasks, safety, falls, reading, and accessibility issues.
    Occupational Therapy services can help address and overcome these challenges by:
    Assessing functional visual impairments;
    Training in use of adaptive equipment, techniques, and modifications;
    Educating clients, caregivers, and family members
    ; Improving functional and independent living.
    2121 Reach Road
    Williamsport, PA 17701
    Eligibility: Individuals, aged 40 and older, who are legally blind or have low vision.
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
    Schuylkill County Office of Senior Services
    Provides support and services to enable older adults to continue to live in their homes and communities. Services may include Care Management, Assessment, Protective Services, Information and Assistance, PA MEDI (Insurance Counseling), Health and Wellness Programs, adult day services, in home meals, personal emergency response system, personal care, transportation, and caregiver support. The agency also has 5 Senior Centers throughout the County in which participants can enjoy a Congregate Meal and Programming.
    110 East Laurel Boulevard
    Pottsville, PA 17901
    Eligibility: Schuylkill County residents over the age of 60
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
    Berks County Area Agency on Aging
    Reading - Caregiver Support Program
    Provides a combination of services and supports to an adult primary caregiver who provides care for a functionally dependent older adult at home. Services include benefits counseling, caregiver training and education. Financial reimbursement may be provided for ongoing care giving expenses, home modifications and assistive devices, based on qualifications.
    633 Court Street, 8th Floor
    Reading, PA 19601
    Eligibility: Age 60 years and older; Based on household income
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, Emergency on call 24/7
    Lebanon County Area Agency on Aging
    In-home Services/Care Management/Level of Care Assessment
    Assessments completed for individuals applying for Agency services.
    - Home Delivered Meals, Personal Care, Personal Emergency Response Systems, Adult Daycare and the Caregiver Support program.
    - Care Management is provided by trained Aging Care Managers.
    - Level of Care Assessments provided to individuals applying for waiver programs or facility placement.
    710 Maple Street
    Second Floor
    Lebanon, PA 17046
    Eligibility: Most programs are provided to those who are 60 years of age or older.
    Assessments completed for individuals applying for waiver programs or
    facility placement.
    Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
    Protective Services On call 24/7
    Schuylkill Home Care
    Provide the following services: ADL's, bathing, blood pressure monitoring and care, bowel care, caregiver notes, denture care, dressing assistance, exercise support, feeding, grooming assistance, housekeeping, hygiene support and monitoring, IADL's, incontinence support, laundry, meal preparation, medication reminders, mobility assistance, monitoring catheter output, monitoring fluid intake, monitoring oxygen use, shopping and errands, special diets, toileting, transfer assistance, transportation and turning. All aides are trained in accordance with the guidelines of the PA Dept of Health. Staff must go through background checks. Caregivers are screened for tuberculosis and are certified in CPR. All aides are insured and bonded and covered by workers compensation.
    12 Saint John Street
    Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
    Eligibility: Seniors and special needs
    Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:00am to 12:00pm Other days and times
    available. There is someone always on call.
    Pediatric Specialty Care
    Pediatric Specialty Care - Quakertown - Pediatric Specialty Care
    A residential program for medically compromised children. Staffed with nursing, respiratory and nurses aids. Admission can be short term, long term, transitional care or respite. Children are seen on a weekly basis by a physician. Training for caregivers and coordination of nursing services is provided for children that are able to return home.
    425 Cedar Crest Drive
    Quakertown, PA 18951
    Eligibility: Children ages birth to 21 years
    Hours: Varies by location. Call for information
    Pediatric Specialty Care
    Pediatric Specialty Care - Point Pleasant - Pediatric Specialty Care
    A residential program for medically compromised children. Staffed with nursing, respiratory and nurses aids. Admission can be short term, long term, transitional care or respite. Children are seen on a weekly basis by a physician. Training for caregivers and coordination of nursing services is provided for children that are able to return home.
    90 Cafferty Road
    Point Pleasant, PA 18950
    Eligibility: Children ages birth to 21 years
    Hours: Varies by location. Call for information
    Pediatric Specialty Care
    Pediatric Specialty Care - Pittsburgh - Pediatric Specialty Care
    A residential program for medically compromised children. Staffed with nursing, respiratory and nurses aids. Admission can be short term, long term, transitional care or respite. Children are seen on a weekly basis by a physician. Training for caregivers and coordination of nursing services is provided for children that are able to return home.
    2900 Johnson Street
    Aliquippa, PA 15001
    Eligibility: Children ages birth to 21 years
    Hours: Varies by location. Call for information
    Pediatric Specialty Care
    Pediatric Specialty Care - Philadelphia - Pediatric Specialty Care
    A residential program for medically compromised children. Staffed with nursing, respiratory and nurses aids. Admission can be short term, long term, transitional care or respite. Children are seen on a weekly basis by a physician. Training for caregivers and coordination of nursing services is provided for children that are able to return home.
    3301 Scotts Lane
    Philadelphia, PA 19129
    Eligibility: Children ages birth to 21 years
    Hours: Varies by location. Call for information
    Pediatric Specialty Care
    Pediatric Specialty Care - Lancaster - Pediatric Specialty Care
    A residential program for medically compromised children. Staffed with nursing, respiratory and nurses aids. Admission can be short term, long term, transitional care or respite. Children are seen on a weekly basis by a physician. Training for caregivers and coordination of nursing services is provided for children that are able to return home.
    120 Rider Avenue
    Lancaster, PA 17603
    Eligibility: Children ages birth to 21 years
    Hours: Varies by location. Call for information
    Pediatric Specialty Care
    Pediatric Specialty Care - Doylestown - Pediatric Specialty Care
    A residential program for medically compromised children. Staffed with nursing, respiratory and nurses aids. Admission can be short term, long term, transitional care or respite. Children are seen on a weekly basis by a physician. Training for caregivers and coordination of nursing services is provided for children that are able to return home.
    3938 Glen Drive
    Doylestown, PA 18902
    Eligibility: Children ages birth to 21 years
    Hours: Varies by location. Call for information
    NAMI Chester County PA
    Exton Office - Mental Health Education
    Offers peer-led programs that provide free mental health education, skills training, and support from trained NAMI volunteers. Offers programs for adults; adult caregivers to children, youth, and young adults; and civilian and military families. Programs may include presentations, discussions, interactive exercises, and/or online on-demand content.
    317 Exton Commons
    Exton, PA 19341
    Eligibility: Adults
    Adult caregivers and their families
    Hours: Program hours may vary; visit the website for more information.
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