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Family Caregiver Resources for West Virginia

Posted on 09/27/24 by AARP

En español | Caregiving may be one of the most important, and challenging, roles you’ll ever take on. No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.

AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.

To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.

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Caregiver Support

Family Alzheimer’s In-Home Respite (FAIR) Program (304-558-3317)
Offers relief to family caregivers and provides one-on-one attention and individualized activities for persons with a written diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia.

Finances

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (304-205-6357)
Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating/cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating/cooling equipment repair/replacement.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (304-205-6357)
Eligible households receive food assistance through an Electronic Benefits Transfer card to cover a portion of their food budget, as well as nutritional education.

Legal

West Virginia Senior Legal Aid (800-229-5068)
Provides free legal services to low- income adults 60-plus. Services include protection of homes, income, security, access to health care benefits and more.

Health

Alzheimer’s Association — West Virginia Chapter (24/7 Helpline: 800-272-3900; 304-343-2717)
Provides people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia and their caregivers a 24-hour telephone helpline, family education and outreach programs, financial and legal planning information, support groups and care navigation tools.

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West Virginia Senior Medicare Patrol (304-558-3317; 877-987-4463)
Provides outreach and education to help Medicare beneficiaries recognize and report healthcare fraud.

State Health Insurance Assistance Program (304-558-3317)
Provides Medicare beneficiaries and their families confidential and objective information about benefits, supplemental plans, long-term care insurance and Medicare costs.

    Housing and Care Facilities

    Long-Term Care Ombudsman (304-558-3317; 877-987-3646)
    Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of long-term care facilities such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities, specialty care facilities and boarding homes. Anyone can use an ombudsman to report a concern and get help resolving problems, including residents, residents’ family members and friends, and long-term care facility employees.

    Information and Services

    Aging and Disability Resource Centers (866-981-2372)
    Provide information or resources about long-term services and supports.

    West Virginia Bureau of Senior Services (304-558-3317; 877-987-3646)
    Services to older adults include transportation, meals, in-home help, exercise classes and more.

    West Virginia Care Planning Council
    Provides care planning information and a list of government and private services that help families handle the challenges of long-term care.

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    End of Life

    Hospice Care (304-768-8523; 800-560-8523)
    Offers hospice patients and their families resources to help make better choices regarding serious illness and end-of-life care.

    Hospice of Southern West Virginia (304-255-6404)
    Provides inpatient hospice and palliative care, as well as bereavement care.

      This story is provided by AARP West Virginia. Visit the AARP West Virginia page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.

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