Family Caregiver Support
Caring for a family member, friend, or loved one can be rewarding, but it can also be physically, emotionally, and financially demanding. At Empowering Support for Wellness & Aging (ESWA), our Family Caregiver Support Program helps caregivers navigate these challenges while supporting their own wellbeing.
Whether you are caring for an aging parent, spouse, friend, neighbor, or someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, ESWA can connect you with education, guidance, supportive services, and community resources tailored to your needs.
Explore the resources below to learn about the support available to help you feel informed, confident, and supported throughout your caregiving journey.
Caregiver Specialist
ESWA’s Caregiver Specialist provides one-on-one assistance to caregivers seeking information, resources, and support. The Caregiver Specialist can help you understand available services, navigate caregiving challenges, recognize caregiver stress, and identify community resources that meet your needs.
The Caregiver Specialist also provides outreach, educational programs, and community presentations to increase awareness of caregiver needs and available supports.
Caregiver Guide
A Caregiver Guide is available to offer practical information, local resources, and tools to help family caregivers navigate the often-complex world of caregiving. The guide is designed to help caregivers better understand available services, plan for future needs, and maintain their own physical and emotional well-being while caring for a loved one.
For Sitka – Links to Preserve:
- Caregiver Guide (English)
- Caregiver Guide (Spanish)
- Caregiver FAQ
- Caregiver Service Scholarship Fact Sheet
- Are You a Caregiver? Infographic
Memory Café & Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Caregiving can often feel isolating, which is why ESWA, in partnership with other local community agencies, offers opportunities for caregivers and their loved ones to connect, learn, and build supportive relationships.
Memory Café
Memory Cafe provides a welcoming environment for individuals living with memory loss, Alzheimer's disease, or other dementias and their care partners. Participants can enjoy social interaction, activities, and meaningful connections in a supportive setting.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an evidence-based educational program that helps caregivers build confidence, manage stress, improve self-care, and develop skills that support both their own wellbeing and the wellbeing of the person they care for.