Family Caregiver Program | Aging Resources of Central Iowa
Resource Name:Family Caregiver Program | Aging Resources of Central Iowa
Aging Resources of Central Iowa
address
5835 Grand Avenue, Suite 106, Des Moines, IA 50312
Eligibility
Open to Caregivers ages 18 and older, and care recipients ages 60 and older, unless diagnosed with a neurological disease
Required documents
Call for details
Hours
By appointment only, Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm
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
Boone County, IA
Dallas County, IA
Jasper County, IA
Madison County, IA
Marion County, IA
Polk County, IA
Story County, IA
Warren 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
05/19/2026
Providing organization
Aging Resources of Central Iowa
Information and referrals for seniors and adults with disabilities.