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Find Help For Your Loved One Caring for an aging loved one is one of the hardest jobs you'll ever take on and often the most confusing. You’re not alone and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
This free online guide brings together local contacts, services and tools for family caregivers in the San Francisco Bay Area. It’s not the full answer to every caregiving challenge but it’s a solid starting point and we’re updating it regularly as new information becomes available.
Who to Call First In a life-threatening emergency, always call 911 immediately. If the situation is not life-threatening, call your healthcare provider. Clearly explain the issue to the nurse or staff member who answers so they can guide you on next steps. What's covered in the guide: • Local caregiving services across the Bay Area • Help finding in-home care, assisted living, adult day care, senior placement and more. • Contacts, checklists and basic how-tos
Key Places to Call These organizations will connect you to support services (free or affordable):
• Family Caregiver Alliance (Bay Area & CA-wide): 415.434.3388 or 800.445.8106
• Area Agency on Aging 211 (dial 2-1-1): they’ll refer you to local caregiver services
• Alzheimer’s Association--NorCal 24/7 helpline: 800.272.3900
• Veterans Services If your loved one is a veteran 415.221.4810 or 408.918.4980
• Sourcewise Sourcewise provide adults and their caregivers the tools and services they need 408.350.3200
Questions to Ask When Calling • What services are available to caregivers? • How do I qualify or apply? • Is there a cost, and is financial help available? • Can someone come to the home to assess our needs?
Helpful Resources In-Home Care Comfort Keepers Personalized non-medical home care for seniors, including help with meals, bathing and companionship. 408.446.1199 Comfort Keepers San Jose
AmiCare AmiCare provides compassionate, person-centered home care for older adults and families. Our dedicated team offers in-home support, personal care, medication assistance, companionship, and more, empowering independence and enhancing quality of life within the comfort of home. 650.457.8818 AmiCare
Senior Living Communities Continuum of Care The Terraces of Los Gatos is a welcoming Life Plan Community offering independent living along with assisted living, skilled nursing and memory support. 408.669.4157 Terraces of Los Gatos
Independent Living Whether you're in retirement or just ready for the next great phase of your life, Independent senior living doesn't get any better than at Chateau-Cupertino. 408.446.4300 Chateau-Cupertino
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