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Family Caregiver Services by State

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ARCH National Respite Network

http://www.respitelocator.org

Online Respite Locator is a service to help families and professionals locate respite services in their community from a database of nearly 3,000 members.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

919-490-5577

Arkansas Dept. of Human Services, DHS Division of Aging and Adult Services

http://www.daas.ar.gov/

– Information and assistance
– Care management
– Nutrition services (i.e., Meals on Wheels)
– Legal assistance
– Services for family caregivers through the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

To be connected to your local AAA within Arkansas, call: (866) 801-3435

The Choices in Living Resource Center is an Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) providing helpful information about long term services and supports in Arkansas.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Seniors, individuals with disabilities, families and caregivers.

Caregiver Eligibility

Seniors, individuals with disabilities, families and caregivers.

Contact Information

1-866-801-3435

The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support resources. Elder Locator links those who need assistance with state and local agencies on aging, as well as community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers with services such as meals, home care, transportation, caregiver training and education, or a well-deserved break from caregiving responsibilities

Care Recipient Eligibility

Older adults and caregivers.

Caregiver Eligibility

Older adults and caregivers.

Contact Information

1-800-677-1116

Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA)

https://www.caregiver.org

FCA support and assists families and caregivers through education, advocacy and services. In addition to providing training to technical assistance to California’s Caregiver Resource Centers, FCA hosts the National Center on Caregiving (NCC). The NCC serves as a central source of information on caregiving and long-term care issues and works to advance policies and programs for caregivers in every state in the country.

CareNav is a simple, user-friendly tool designed to help families navigate the complexities of the caregiving journey. Register online or call us toll-free at 800.445.8106.

www.caregiver.org/connecting-caregivers/fca-carenav/

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(800) 445-8106 Available weekdays 9:00am - 5:00pm (Pacific Time)

Can I Get Help to Pay for Caregiving?

Arkansas Independent Choices

https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/about-dhs/daabhs

The Independent Choices program is an option under Medicaid that allows for family members, excluding spouses and legal guardians, to get compensated for personal care services. This program also provides home modifications and assistive technology. 

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone (excluding spouses and legal guardians)

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone (excluding spouses and legal guardians)

Contact Information

DHS: Division of Aging and Adult Services 1-844-581-6018

The cost of that care varies based on care setting, geographic location of care and level of care required, among other things. The Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey tool can be used by you and your family to calculate the estimated cost of long term care in your city or State.

Information about eligibility and requirements for home and community-based services by state.

Government Benefits and General Information

Welcome to ARChoices in Homecare, a Medicaid program that includes home and community-based services for adults ages 21 through 64 with a physical disability and seniors age 65 or older.

These services can offer help doing everyday activities that you may no longer be able to do for yourself like bathing, dressing, getting around your home, preparing meals, or doing household chores.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(866) 801-3435

Arkansas County-Specific Veterans Service Officer Contacts (VSO)

https://www.veterans.arkansas.gov/veteran-services-1

Contact Information

(501) 370-3820

Arkansas Department of Human Services Directory

https://portal.arkansas.gov/state-directory/

Online directory of social services, helps consumers to locate services and programs in their communities. It can be searched by category.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(501) 682-1001

Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs

http://www.veterans.arkansas.gov/

Provides aged or disabled veterans with rehabilitative, residential and medical care and services. The VA also helps veterans and their families to present claims for veterans’ benefits to the federal government and offers veterans low-cost loans to acquire farms and homes..

Care Recipient Eligibility

Family members of a veteran

Caregiver Eligibility

Family members of a veteran

Contact Information

(501) 370-3820

Arkansas Dept. of Human Services, DHS Division of Aging and Adult Services

http://www.daas.ar.gov/

– Information and assistance
– Care management
– Nutrition services (i.e., Meals on Wheels)
– Legal assistance
– Services for family caregivers through the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

To be connected to your local AAA within Arkansas, call: (866) 801-3435

Arkansas Medicaid – Division of Medical Services

https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/medical-services/

Medicaid is a health insurance for people with limited income and resources. It pays for a variety of medical services, including in-home care or nursing home care, depending on eligibility.

The Division of Medical Services handles the day-to-day management of the Arkansas Medicaid program, ensuring providers get paid and clients get medically necessary services.

Care Recipient Eligibility

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Caregiver Eligibility

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Contact Information

Division of Medical Services: 501-682-8292 Arkansas Medicaid General Customer Assistance: 501-682-8933

Benefits.gov

http://www.benefits.gov/

Benefits.gov (formerly GovBenefits.gov) was launched in an effort to provide citizens with easy, online access to government benefit and assistance programs. Eight years after its initial launch, GovBenefits.gov underwent a major redesign and became Benefits.gov. However, the program’s mission remains the same: reduce the expense and difficulty of interacting with the government while increasing citizen access to government benefit information.

Care Recipient Eligibility

N/A

Caregiver Eligibility

N/A

Contact Information

Benefits.gov is unable to respond to specific scenarios or provide personalized advice. A number of Other Resources and Frequently Asked Questions are available to help answer any questions you may have about government programs, benefits, and services.

For additional government information, you may call USA.gov's National Contact Center at 1-800-FED-INFO (1-800-333-4636), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time, to speak to an information specialist.

Benefits.gov – Arkansas

https://www.benefits.gov/categories

Benefits.gov (formerly GovBenefits.gov) was launched in an effort to provide citizens with easy, online access to government benefit and assistance programs. Eight years after its initial launch, GovBenefits.gov underwent a major redesign and became Benefits.gov. However, the program’s mission remains the same: reduce the expense and difficulty of interacting with the government while increasing citizen access to government benefit information.

Care Recipient Eligibility

N/A

Caregiver Eligibility

N/A

Contact Information

Benefits.gov is unable to respond to specific scenarios or provide personalized advice. A number of Other Resources and Frequently Asked Questions are available to help answer any questions you may have about government programs, benefits, and services.

For additional government information, you may call USA.gov's National Contact Center at 1-800-FED-INFO (1-800-333-4636), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time, to speak to an information specialist.

The Choices in Living Resource Center is an Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) providing helpful information about long term services and supports in Arkansas.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Seniors, individuals with disabilities, families and caregivers.

Caregiver Eligibility

Seniors, individuals with disabilities, families and caregivers.

Contact Information

1-866-801-3435

Explore every state’s Medicaid and CHIP program to learn about coverage for low-income adults, Medicaid/CHIP eligibility, enrollment and renewal processes and systems on the State Profiles map – by clicking on the map or select from drop down to see each state’s Medicaid and CHIP profile. Scroll down to the bottom page of the State profile to check eligibility requirements, enrollment process, etc.

Contact Information

Toll-Free: 877-267-2323

Information about eligibility and requirements for home and community-based services by state.

National Resource Center on Native American Aging (NRCNAA)

https://www.nrcnaa.org/

The NRCNAA serves the elderly Native American population of the U.S. The NRCAA assists in developing community-based solutions through education, training, and technical assistance to improve the quality of life and delivery of related support services to the Native aging population.

Through the Native Elder Service Locator, you can use the interactive map to locate tribal elderly services in your state.

Contact Information

(800) 896-7628

SAMHSA’s National Helpline

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

The Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357) (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service), is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.

Also visit the online treatment locator to find help near you.

Contact Information

1-800-662-4357

Schmieding Center for Senior Health and Education of Northwest Arkansas

http://www.schmiedingcenter.org

Offers comprehensive medical care for older persons (diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up). Also provides services for family caregivers including:
– Information and assistance
– Counseling referrals
– Support groups
– Educational programs and training
– Newsletter, ElderFocus

Care Recipient Eligibility

Family caregivers living in Springdale, Bella Vista, Harrison and Mountain Home

Caregiver Eligibility

Family caregivers living in Springdale, Bella Vista, Harrison and Mountain Home

Contact Information

Check website for local contact information.

Senior Health Insurance and Information Program (SHIIP)

https://insurance.arkansas.gov/pages/consumer-services/senior-health/

Arkansas Senior Health Insurance Information Program (AR SHIIP) connects Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers with certified counselors statewide. AR SHIIP’s local counselors offer one-to-one in person, or over the phone guidance regarding Medicare, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplements, and Medicare Part D (drug plans) for FREE.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(800) 224-6330 (Within Arkansas) (501) 371-2782 (Outside Arkansas)

Can I Get Help While Living In My Home?

Arkansas County-Specific Veterans Service Officer Contacts (VSO)

https://www.veterans.arkansas.gov/veteran-services-1

Contact Information

(501) 370-3820

Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs

http://www.veterans.arkansas.gov/

Provides aged or disabled veterans with rehabilitative, residential and medical care and services. The VA also helps veterans and their families to present claims for veterans’ benefits to the federal government and offers veterans low-cost loans to acquire farms and homes..

Care Recipient Eligibility

Family members of a veteran

Caregiver Eligibility

Family members of a veteran

Contact Information

(501) 370-3820

Arkansas Dept. of Human Services, DHS Division of Aging and Adult Services

http://www.daas.ar.gov/

– Information and assistance
– Care management
– Nutrition services (i.e., Meals on Wheels)
– Legal assistance
– Services for family caregivers through the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

To be connected to your local AAA within Arkansas, call: (866) 801-3435

Arkansas Hospice

http://www.arkansashospice.org/

Non-profit organization provides hospice and palliative care services in Arkansas.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(501) 748-3333, (877) 713-2348

Arkansas Independent Living Council

https://arsilc.org/

The ARSILC is a non-profit organization promoting independent living for people with disabilities by providing resources for people living with disabilities, representing the interests of disabled Americans to the state of Arkansas Government and connecting the individuals with disabilities with resources for housing, economic development and government support.

Care Recipient Eligibility

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Caregiver Eligibility

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Contact Information

Phone: 501-372-0607 Toll Free: 800-772-0607

Government program assists low income older adults who require nursing level of care to delay placement into a nursing facility by providing help to pay for in-home care services including:
– Care management
– In-home care
– Adult day care
– Chore services
– Home-delivered meals
– Respite care
– Personal emergency response system
– Supplemental services

*Independent choices is an option of this program which allows care receivers to choose and hire their own service provider including a relative or friend who is neither their spouse nor their legal guardian to provide the care they need.

Care Recipient Eligibility

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Caregiver Eligibility

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Contact Information

(501) 682-2441

HomeCare Association of Arkansas

https://www.homecarear.org/

Association of in-home care providers. Its website offers a search tool that allows users to locate in-home care providers in their communities.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(501) 376-2273

Can I Get Help with Residential Care (Assisted Living, Nursing Home, Hospice?)

Arkansas Dept. of Human Services, DHS Division of Aging and Adult Services

http://www.daas.ar.gov/

– Information and assistance
– Care management
– Nutrition services (i.e., Meals on Wheels)
– Legal assistance
– Services for family caregivers through the Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

To be connected to your local AAA within Arkansas, call: (866) 801-3435

Arkansas Health Care Association (AHCA)

http://www.arhealthcare.com

Association of nursing home facilities in Arkansas. Its website provides a directory that allows users to locate nursing home facilities in their communities.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(501) 374-4422

Arkansas Hospice

http://www.arkansashospice.org/

Non-profit organization provides hospice and palliative care services in Arkansas.

Care Recipient Eligibility

Anyone

Caregiver Eligibility

Anyone

Contact Information

(501) 748-3333, (877) 713-2348

Living Choices Assisted Living

http://www.daas.ar.gov/assistedlivingchoices.html

Government program assists low income adults who require nursing level of care by helping to pay for additional services to be provided in an authorized licensed assisted living facility. Services include:
– Personal attendant care
– Social and recreational activities
– Medication management
– 24-hour supervision
– Limited skilled nursing services
– Transportation
– Pharmacist consultant services
– Supplemental services

*Independent choices is an option of this program which allows care receivers to choose and hire their own service provider including a relative or friend who is neither their spouse nor their legal guardian to provide the care they need.

Care Recipient Eligibility

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Caregiver Eligibility

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Contact Information

Within Arkansas, call: (866) 801-3435 Outside Arkansas, call: (501) 682-2441 TTY: (501) 682-2443 Independent Choices (888) 682-0044

Caregiver Policies and Data

Caregiving Across the States: 50 State Profiles – Arkansas

https://www.caregiver.org/uploads/2023/08/Arkansas-2023-1-1.pdf