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Massachusetts Caregiver Family Services Program
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This program provides services to help you take a break from caregiving. You can take part in this program if the person you are caring for is age 60 or older or has Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder. You can also get help if you are a grandparent, you are age 60 or older, and you care for a child or children under age 18.
About this program
How can this program help me?
This program may be able to provide you with relief from the stress of caregiving. Services may include:
- Information about caregiving, available services, community resources, and local programs.
- One-on-one help to review your needs, find options, and connect you to community-based services.
- Training, support, and counseling to help you make decisions, solve problems, and manage stress.
- Temporary relief services through in-home respite care, adult day care, or emergency respite care.
- Additional services to support the care you provide.
How do I get help?
To find out how to apply for this program, please contact your local office.
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Informational only — official eligibility is determined by the administering agency.
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