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Family Caregiver Program | Aging Resources of Central Iowa

5835 Grand Avenue, Suite 106, Des Moines, IA 50312

Eligibility

Open to Caregivers 18+ in age and care recipient 60+ in age unless diagnosed with a neurological disease

Required documents

Call for details

(800) 747-5352
Voice·

Toll-Free

(515) 255-1310
Voice·

Main Phone

Application process

Call and navigate through the automated system to find the services needed, if prompted, leave a voicemail with name, contact number and what help is needed

Fees

None

Service area

Polk County, IA Boone County, IA Dallas County, IA Jasper County, IA Madison County, IA Marion County, IA Warren County, IA Story County, IA

Provides information and assistance to caregivers of older adults or disabled adults over 18 years of age through direct service, referrals, and local community educational sessions. Assessment of needs of caregiver and older adult linking individuals to appropriate supportive services and follow up support and advocacy provided. Services include: planning assistance, referrals, training, respite care, support groups and counseling.

This program also assists older adults who are caring for minor children. Most often those are grandparents caring for grandchildren who are under the age of 18 years. This program has limited funding to assist the older adult with purchasing clothing, paying for school events or summer camps.

Last assured

05/06/2025

Providing organization

Aging Resources of Central Iowa

Information and referrals for seniors and adults with disabilities.