Family Caregiver Services by State
I am New to Caregiving Where Do I Start?
ARCH National Respite Network
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
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Eldercare Locator
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
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Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA)
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/
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Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs)
Missouri’s Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) serve adults who are aging and adults with disabilities in Missouri’s 114 counties and St. Louis City. AAAs provide supportive services and resources to assist aging adults to remain independent and in the homes of their choice for as long as they choose.
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Missouri Family Caregiver Support Program
Services for family caregivers are provided through local Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). AAAs can help with information, training, and support for caregivers, as well as respite for caregivers.
Connect to your local Area Agency on Aging for more information about resources and supports for caregivers.
Care Recipient Eligibility
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Related Resources
Can I Get Help to Pay for Caregiving?
Consumer Directed State Plan Personal Care Program
This is a Medicaid (MO HealthNet) program that allows certain family members, excluding spouses and legal guardians, to be hired and paid to provide personal care services.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Anyone (excluding spouses)
Caregiver Eligibility
Anyone (excluding spouses)
Contact Information
Missouri Department of Social Services Family Support Division: 855-373-4636
Market Rate for Long Term Care Services
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.
Medicaid State Waivers List
Information about eligibility and requirements for home and community-based services by state.
Missouri Independent Living Waiver
Missouri’s ILW is a Medicaid (MO HealthNet) program that assists disabled persons to remain living at home. This program allows certain family members, excluding spouses and legal guardians, to be hired and paid as the personal care provider. Other services include:
- Environmental accessibility adaptations
- Specialized medical equipment and supplies
- Financial management
- Case management
Care Recipient Eligibility
Anyone (excluding spouses)
Caregiver Eligibility
Anyone (excluding spouses)
Contact Information
MO HealthNet Division: 573-751-3425
Related Resources
Government Benefits and General Information
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 – Missouri
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.
Division of Senior and Disability Services (DSDS) – Home and Community Based Services
Home and Community Based Services are available for adults ages 18 years of age and over who have Medicaid or are potentially Medicaid eligible and in need of assistance in the home. Home and Community Based Services are provided through the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS).
Services available in the community include:
Personal care including bathing, dressing, and grooming; Housekeeping, meal preparation, and shopping; Nursing services such as medication set-ups, blood draws, or diabetic nail care; Respite services to relieve a family member or caregiver; Meals provided by the Area Agencies on Aging; and Adult day care programs.
Caregiver Eligibility
Contact Information
Medicaid State Waivers List
Information about eligibility and requirements for home and community-based services by state.
Memory Care Home Solutions
Extends and improves quality time at home for families caring for a loved one with memory loss, dementia, or Alzheimer’s disease. Their services provide in-home support, training, education, and access to resources, for caregivers of people suffering from dementia.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Missouri Aging Information Network
Government website offers an online search tool to help consumers locate aging and disability services including:
– Long-term care facilities
– Home and community based services
– Transportation
– Legal assistance
– Respite
– Hospice
(This list is not exhaustive, please visit website for information on more services)
Care Recipient Eligibility
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Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs)
Missouri’s Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) serve adults who are aging and adults with disabilities in Missouri’s 114 counties and St. Louis City. AAAs provide supportive services and resources to assist aging adults to remain independent and in the homes of their choice for as long as they choose.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Missouri County-Specific Veterans Service Officer Contacts (VSO)
Contact Information
(573) 751-3779
Missouri Veterans Commission
Provides Missouri’s aged or disabled veterans with rehabilitative, residential and medical care and services. Also helps veterans and their families to present claims for veterans’ benefits to the federal government.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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MO HealthNet -Medicaid
Medicaid (called MO HealthNet in Missouri) 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.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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National Resource Center on Native American Aging (NRCNAA)
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.
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State Health Insurance Assistance Program -CLAIM
Assists individuals and families with eligibility questions and problems related to Medicare, including prescription drug coverage under Medicare Part D, managed care, long-term care planning, health insurance and other health care issues.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Related Resources
Where Do I Go for Legal Help And/Or Dependent Person Mistreatment?
Bureau of Home Care and Rehabilitative Standards
The Unit provides helplines for anyone to report complaints about in-home care, hospice or nursing home services.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Legal Aid of Western Missouri
Contact Information
(816) 474-6750
Legal Services of Missouri
Contact Information
(816) 474-6750
Legal Services of Southern Missouri
Contact Information
(417) 881-1397
Long Term Care Ombudsman
Ombudsmen investigate complaints made by, or on behalf of, individual residents in long-term care facilities, including nursing homes and assisted living facilities. They also answer questions about the quality of care or financial, physical, or mental abuse in residential facilities.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Mid Missouri Legal Services
Provides a variety of free civil legal services to low income individuals. Elder law and POA for individuals age 60 years and over.
Contact Information
(573) 634-4545
Missouri Adult Protective Services
Adult Protective Services assist vulnerable and elder adults to stop and prevent abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Anyone can make a report about suspected abuse to the Hotline.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
Contact Information
Related Resources
Can I Get Help While Living In My Home?
Adult Day Care Programs – Care Choices
Government website provides listings of licensed adult day care centers in Missouri.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Division of Senior and Disability Services (DSDS) – Home and Community Based Services
Home and Community Based Services are available for adults ages 18 years of age and over who have Medicaid or are potentially Medicaid eligible and in need of assistance in the home. Home and Community Based Services are provided through the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS).
Services available in the community include:
Personal care including bathing, dressing, and grooming; Housekeeping, meal preparation, and shopping; Nursing services such as medication set-ups, blood draws, or diabetic nail care; Respite services to relieve a family member or caregiver; Meals provided by the Area Agencies on Aging; and Adult day care programs.
Caregiver Eligibility
Contact Information
Missouri Adult Day Services Association – MoADSA
Association of adult day care providers. Its website provides a map of member providers of MoADSA which allows consumers to locate adult day services in their community.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Missouri Alliance for Home Care – MAHC
Alliance of in-home care providers. Its website provides information about in-home care. Also offers a directory of member providers of MAHC which allows consumers to locate in-home care providers in their community.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Missouri Assistive Technology
Statewide program assists people with disabilities obtain assistive devices and remain independent in their community. Services include:
– Assistive technology training
– Assistive technology re-use program
– Option to borrow assistive technologies for a limited period of time
– Braille writing equipment repair
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Missouri Care Options -MCO
Government program assists low income adults who require help with activities of daily living remain in the community by helping to pay for home and community based services including:
– In-home care
– Adult day are
– Respite
Also, assists residents of nursing homes return to the community, if they are able to do so safely, by managing the transition and providing the appropriate community based services.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Missouri Council for In-Home Services
Association of in-home care providers. Its website contains a directory which allows consumers to locate in-home care providers in their community. All providers are members of the Missouri council for In-Home Services.
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Missouri County-Specific Veterans Service Officer Contacts (VSO)
Contact Information
(573) 751-3779
Missouri Hospice and Palliative Care Association -MHPCA
Provides online information about hospice and palliative care. Its website includes a search tool which allows users to locate hospice and palliative care programs in their communities. Database consists of providers that are members of MHPCA.
Care Recipient Eligibility
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Missouri Statewide Independent Living Council – MOSILC
The state of Missouri partners with a network of non-profit, non-residential, community-based centers, run and controlled by persons with disabilities that offer:
– Information and referral
– Peer counseling
– Care management
– Independent living skills training
– Individual and systems change advocacy
– Benefits counseling
– Employment readiness training
– Housing referrals
– Assistive technology services
– Legal aid
Care Recipient Eligibility
Caregiver Eligibility
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Missouri’s Family Care Safety Registry
Registry for direct care providers. Families and employers can call the registry’s toll free number and request background information on potential individuals to hire or request licensure status information on licensed elder care providers, such as in-home care.
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Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly -PACE – Missouri
A PACE program in Missouri coordinate and provide the entire continuum of care and services to their older enrollees with chronic care needs to enable them to continue living safely in the community as long as possible. Care and services include:
– Adult day health care
– Medical care
– Home health care and personal care
– All necessary prescription drugs
– Social services
– Respite care
– Hospital and nursing home care when necessary
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Related Resources
Can I Get Help with Residential Care (Assisted Living, Nursing Home, Hospice?)
Long Term Care – Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Government website provides information on long term care facilities in Missouri, including nursing homes and intermediate care facilities. Offers a search tool which allows the user to search for licensed long term care facilities in Missouri by city, county or zip code.
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Missouri Hospice and Palliative Care Association -MHPCA
Provides online information about hospice and palliative care. Its website includes a search tool which allows users to locate hospice and palliative care programs in their communities. Database consists of providers that are members of MHPCA.