About the Service
Family Caregiver Support in Central Arkansas
We understand you want the best for your aging loved one—but managing their care while juggling daily responsibilities can be overwhelming. CareLink offers practical resources, emotional support, and wellness programs to help ease the burden of caregiving.
Understanding Family Caregiver Support
Balancing caregiving with your own well-being is essential. That’s why we offer counseling, support groups, and self-care programs—along with help finding services like home care, financial assistance, and respite options. Our goal is to ensure you feel supported while providing the best possible care for your loved one.
Service Details
What Family Caregiver Support Services Are Available?
Our program provides:
- Caregiver Support Groups – Connect with others to share experiences, find encouragement, and receive helpful advice.
- Free Counseling Assistance – Get access to free counseling support with co-payment assistance for individual or group therapy—choose the licensed counselor that’s right for you.
- Respite Care Grants – Financial assistance for temporary caregiving relief, provided in partnership with Alzheimer’s Arkansas.
- Self-Care & Wellness – Join workshops and programs designed to support caregiver well-being, covering topics like stress, communication, planning, and more. View the calendar.
Our Services
Explore Our Services
Meals on Wheels
For those who are homebound due to illness, disability, or age, our Meals on Wheels service delivers nutritious food right to your doorstep. Approved by registered dieticians, these meals meet one-third of the daily nutrients required.
HomeCare
We aim to help seniors live independently in their own homes for as long as possible. Each care plan is tailored to reflect your loved one’s specific needs, goals, and preferences —never a one-size-fits-all approach.
Family Caregiver Support
Our Family Caregiver Support Program is here to make your caregiving duties more manageable and less stressful. We help caregivers maintain their own health and well-being while ensuring the highest quality of care for their loved ones.
Fitness and Wellness
CareLink offers a range of fitness and wellness programs that include exercise classes, wellness activities, and guidance toward maintaining a happy, healthy lifestyle, all tailored to the needs and abilities of seniors.
Medicare Counseling
Our Medicare counseling service offers free, one-on-one support to help seniors understand benefits, compare plans, and make confident, informed decisions about their Medicare coverage.
Transportation
Our transportation service gives seniors 60+ access to non-emergency medical appointments, social outings, and essential errands.
*Transportation is not guaranteed due to limited funding and high demand.
Pet Care Assistance
Recognizing the profound impact pets have on seniors’ well-being, our Bone Appétit program offers free, need-based assistance to help seniors aged 60 and older in central Arkansas maintain their pets’ essential care and well being.
Senior Centers
These senior centers provide a vibrant community space where seniors can engage in a variety of activities, connect with peers, and access specialized services tailored to their needs.
Legal Referrals
Legal issues can become more pressing with age. CareLink connects you to essential legal assistance helping you navigate complex issues such as living wills, property disputes, and retirement benefits.
Ombudsman
Our Ombudsman Program advocates for seniors in long-term care, helping resolve concerns about care quality and ensuring residents’ rights, dignity, and well-being are respected and protected.
Family Caregiver Support FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this service support senior independence?
We provide family caregivers with resources and support to ensure their loved ones can age safely and comfortably at home.
What support is available for family caregivers?
CareLink offers counseling, financial aid for respite care, wellness programs, and educational workshops.
Who is eligible for family caregiver support?
If you are a family member or friend providing care for an older person in CareLink’s service area, you may be eligible.
What activities qualify as family caregiving?
If you assist a loved one with transportation, housework, meals, medication reminders, medical appointments, or managing finances, you are considered a family caregiver.
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If you or a loved one need support, CareLink’s Family Caregiver Support team is here to help.
