Family Caregiver Support Program

The Family Caregiver Support Program offers services to support caregivers. Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services partners with community agencies to provide respite services, educational activities, and support groups.

Services

• Short-term, one-on-one consultation
• Assistance with family meetings
• Caregiver support groups
• Educational workshops for caregivers
• Educational materials
• Caregiver Services Fund to assist with small grants for caregiver needs

Eligibility

• Caregivers of adults 60 years or older
• Caregivers for persons with Alzheimer's disease or related memory disorders
• Grandparents or other relatives who are age 60 or older and care for children under age 18 or who have developmental disabilities

Fees

• Free consultation