Caring for an aging family member can be a rewarding experience, but it comes with a number of challenges.
ShiningCare
The non-profit ShiningCare agency was founded in response to the rapidly growing need for compassionate support, expert guidance and assistance for at-risk elders, disabled adults and their loved ones. ShiningCare provides innovative programs and services to maintain safety, health and overall well-being. To learn more, click here.
They may be contacted at:
Email: info [at] shiningcare.org (info[at]shiningcare[dot]org)
Phone: (530) 232-5543 or (866) 495-1641
Dignity Health
Dignity Health provides services that enrich the physical, emotional and spiritual health of seniors, adults with disabilities and other adults in need. It provides resources, including:
- Meals-On-Wheels, Adult Day Programs, Senior Corps, congregate meals, food bank, transportation and health promotion.
- Caregiver Support Groups, Power to Seniors, information and referrals.
- Classes and opportunities to volunteer, find employment and donate.
To learn more visit their website here, or call (888) 415-5895.
The address of the main facility is: 200 Mercy Oaks Dr. Building 1, Redding, CA 96003.
Please contact the Burney office for questions about their services at (530) 335-4979.
Support Group Details: Dignity Health offers a free monthly support group for caregivers on the third Wednesday of each month from 3:00PM to 5:00PM. It is an opportunity to connect with others who share similar experiences in a confidential, safe environment. You may bring your loved one with you, as they will have staff available to care for them during the meeting. An RSVP is required by calling (530) 223-6034. The support group is located at 100 Mercy Oaks Drive, in Redding.
Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other types of dementia. The association is accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
The Northern California and Nevada Chapter offers a variety of in-person and online classes where you can educate yourself on many topics.
For more information, visit the Alzheimer Association Caregiving website.
Or, call the 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900. The hotline is open to all, caregivers and those with dementia, for discussion of a variety of topics.
Utilize the ALZNavigator to build yourself an action plan for how to address dementia in your life here.
Get connected online with a community of caregivers with ALZConnected.
Passages
Passages’ helps caregivers and older adults lead healthier, happier and more rewarding lives. The center provides the critical services and community resources older adults need. Passages’ Caregiver Support program provides consultation, training, support groups, and respite care for family caregivers who provide in-home care to frail, older adults and to adults with brain or neurological impairment.
For more information, visit the Passages Center website or call (530) 898-5923 or (800) 822-0109.