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Offers respite for caregivers who need a temporary break form taking care of a family member with mild to moderate cognitive impairment, dementia, or Alzheimer's. Provides stimulation and socialization through art, music, recreational therapy, reminiscing, trivia, chair yoga and exercise. Call for further information. Appointment required.

Maintains national network of well spouses (husbands and wives of chronically ill persons). Offers referrals to well spouse Support Groups. Has a Newsletter, Yearly Conference, online peer Mentorship Program, Round Robin Letter Writing group, and Respite Weekends. Advocates for programs that help families deal with chronic illness and educates healthcare professionals and the general public about the special challenges and unique roles well spouses face every day. Local group meets in Albertson, LI (Searingtown Rd., and IU Willets Road) at the Rehabilitation Center.

Child/Youth caregiver family supports, and services are designed to help enhance the child's ability to function within a caregiver/family. Resources for caregivers and families, advocacy services, and community activities, and support services are available to help caregivers and families care for chronically ill children.

Places trained providers in the home to provide rest and relief for the caregiver.

Assists seniors and their caregivers find the help they need to lead more rewarding and independent lives. Visit website for additional information.

Offers support groups and educational seminars for caregivers of persons with Alzheimers or a related dementia.

NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-session educational program for family, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. It is a designated evidenced-based program.

Provides in-home relief of primary care giving responsibilities for the caregiver. The program services developmentally disabled, adults and children with OPWDD eligibility in Nassau and Suffolk counties living in their family home.

Assists seniors and their caregivers find the help they need to lead more rewarding and independent lives. Visit website for additional information.

Provides services that include residential habilitation, community habilitation, prevocational services, respite, supported employment, assistive technology, environmental modifications, family education and training, plan of care support services, consolidated supports and services, fiscal management services, and intensive behavioral services.

Offers support groups and educational seminars for caregivers of persons with Alzheimers or a related dementia.

Offers services and programs that support the Family Caregivers. The programs are available both in and out of your home to help you care for the Veteran you love and for yourself. Learn more about how VA's trained professionals can help you find the services and support that are right for you and the Veteran you love.

Provides support services for families and caretakers of those with server mental illness, and helping them through advocacy education, reassurance and support.

Offers a wide range of support/educational/physical programs for our patients, family members, and staff. All programs are free but require registration. Cancer support groups include presentations by medical staff as well as a chance to interact with others facing a cancer diagnosis. Our educational and physical activities are designed with patients and their needs as the primary focus. Call (631) 444-4000 for information about any of our programs or contact our Cancer Community Outreach Coordinator at (631) 638-0004 for our cancer support groups. Programs are offered at various locations.

Provides periodic respite breaks for primary caregivers while disabled relative is cared for at Rising Treetops at Oakhurst. Disabled family member lives among peers and and has access to seasonal recreational activities including crafts, athletics, swimming, games and TV. Also offers overnight respite where registered families can reserve time in advance. Day respite is available to residents of Monmouth County.

Provides advice, information and referral for services to caregivers regarding many issues, including housing, a lending library, find resources, counseling, health insurance counseling, and more.

Offers reimbursement for respite services up to $10.00 per hour at 100 hours per year. Also includes environmental modifications. For all age developmentally disabled persons living at home.

Offers support groups for caregivers. Contact the Office for the Aging for a list of groups offered.

Offers a meeting the second Wednesday of every month. Dinner is served at 6:00pm. The meeting runs from 7:00pm-9:00pm.

An innovative community program serving family caregivers by connecting them with a circle of help that includes trained volunteers who provide an array of respite services. Our well-trained volunteers provide family caregivers of older adults with the time to meet self-care needs, as well as other family obligations, at no cost. Caregiver support groups, online entertainment programs, and volunteer opportunities are available.

NY Connects provides comprehensive, free information and assistance on long term supports and services to individuals of all ages, incomes, disabilities as well as family, caregivers, professionals and friends and neighbors.

Maintains national network of well spouses (husbands and wives of chronically ill persons). Offers referrals to well spouse Support Groups. Has a Newsletter, Yearly Conference, online peer Mentorship Program, Round Robin Letter Writing group, and Respite Weekends. Advocates for programs that help families deal with chronic illness and educates healthcare professionals and the general public about the special challenges and unique roles well spouses face every day. Local group meets in Albertson, LI (Searingtown Rd., and IU Willets Road) at the Rehabilitation Center.

Home-aid provides assistance with light housekeeping, errands and shopping for home-bound elderly who are unable to perform these tasks themselves. Assessment and case management are provided. Self-referrals accepted.

Provides services that include residential habilitation, community habilitation, prevocational services, respite, supported employment, assistive technology, environmental modifications, family education and training, plan of care support services, consolidated supports and services, fiscal management services, and intensive behavioral services.

A resource for parents of children with disabilities in the Hudson Valley region, providing educational materials, training, workshops, and individual consultation regarding the special education process. Families can access information by phone, on-line, and face-to-face.