The Caregiver Support Program

The Caregiver Support Program aids caregivers of adults age 60 and older on a short-term basis. Assistance is limited to a three-month time period per calendar year with a cost ceiling for services.

The program can assist with a variety of services, including in-home respite, adult day care, caregiver counseling, institutional respite in a licensed facility, and durable medical equipment.

To enroll, caregivers must call Senior Options at (614) 525-6200. A case manager will complete a confidential application over the phone and determine eligibility. They will also assist the caregiver in determining what type of service is needed.

A contribution may be suggested for some services. The contribution amount is based solely on the income of the care recipient. Contributions are voluntary; participants will not be denied service due to inability to pay.

Caregiver Support is accessible through the Senior Options program, but the two programs have different qualifying criteria.