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Caregiver/Family

Nobody anticipates becoming a caregiver to a relative or a relative's child. The responsibility comes with many challenges, and it isn't always easy to find help and advice. Area IV offers several programs designed to help caregivers improve the quality of life both for their charge and for themselves. By looking through the programs below, you can find out what options are available to you and your family.

Caregiver/Family Programs

Chronic Disease Self Management Program
The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) was developed by scholars and physicians at Stanford University’s Patient Education Research Center and Kaiser Permanente in 1996. The program is currently offered in all 50 United States, 19 foreign counties, and is available in 17 languages.
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Community Transportation
All Community Transportation programs are open to public based on available seating, and are wheelchair accessible. They are all-volunteer public transportation programs and can be used for all kind of personal business as often as needed. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are even some prescheduled trips!

This is a donation-based program. Your generous donation will go towards the gas costs plus help pay for a new vehicle when it is time to replace the existing one.

Click the link below to find out which programs operate in your area

  • Benton
  • Carroll
  • Clinton
  • Fountain
  • Montgomery
  • Tippecanoe
  • White

See the Community Transportation FAQ

Equipment Loan Program
Wheelchairs, walkers, canes, etc. available for borrowing at no cost to client. Availability is dependent on donations received (donations are accepted).
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Family Caregiver Program
Are you providing care and assistance for a spouse, relative, friend or grandchild (or other relative child)? Do you have questions or problems for which you need information? Are you feeling overwhelmed by the responsibilities and wonder if there is help available?
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Grandparent/Relatives Raising Children
Grandparents/relatives who are raising children have special issues related to their situation. Area IV offers several programs for educating these parental figures and helping them raise children that are not their own.
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Homebuyer Class
The Area IV Agency offers year-round Home Owner Counseling to prospective homebuyers who would like to learn more about the steps in purchasing a home or may be required to attend a homebuyer class as part of securing a mortgage loan.
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In-Home Services and Care Management
A Care Manager assesses services needed, arranges for these services and monitors how these services are helping the individual. Care Management is a "system" that ensures appropriate services to the elderly and disabled persons to assist them in remaining independent.
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Matter of Balance
Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.
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Raising Awareness of Chronic Care Management
Nearly half of all adults in America live with at least one chronic disease. Typical healthcare can not always deal with each individual's needs. However, there are strategies that everyone can tailor to fit their own personality and lifestyle. A few healthcare professionals are embracing these strategies across the country, bringing the issue of chronic pain management to light and raising awareness in insurance companies.
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Reduce Your Risk of Falling
As you get older, the consequences of falling become more severe. There are several simple things every homeowner can do to make sure the risk of falling is as small as possible. These checklists will help you fall-proof your home and ensure a safe environment for all residents.
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Alzheimer's Caregiver Conference Interview

The upcoming Alzheimer's Caregiver Conference.is discussed on WLFI-TV, TV18, Greater Lafayette, IN.



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Senior Games
Each June, Area IV hosts nearly 500 individuals aged 55 and over for the Senior Games and its sister event, Golden Games (with area nursing facilities). The Games offer a variety of recreational events, and there is something for everyone.
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Tips & Advice

Avoiding Foreclosure #5
Understand foreclosure prevention options. Valuable information about foreclosure prevention (also called loss mitigation) options can be found on the internet at HUD's "Tips for Avoiding Foreclosure".
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5/24/2012 9:00 AM Statewide Active Aging Conference
6/11/2012 8:00 AM 26th Annual Senior Games
8/2/2012 7:30 AM Alzheimer's Caregiver Conference
10/3/2012 9:00 AM Greater Lafayette Senior Fair
10/14/2012 1:00 PM Just Walk for the Health of It!

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