Financial Resources Available to Give Caregivers a Break

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November 4, 2022

SWODA Press Release

For questions, contact Joanie Swanson, AAA Information & Assistance Specialist, 580-562-5026; joanie@swoda.org

Many caregivers struggle to provide care for their loved ones on their own. The South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) Area Agency on Aging (AAA) believes it’s important caregivers know they are not alone in their struggle to help their loved ones.

SWODA AAA provides for respite services for eligible caregivers in partnership with the Department of Human Services, Aging Services Division.

Studies have shown caregivers will give better care, maintain their own health, and have reduced levels of stress if they can get away from the responsibilities of providing care even if it’s for only a few hours. Respite does just that. It provides a way for a caregiver to get out of the everyday routine of caring for their loved one. For example, a caregiver has the option of using respite services to go to a doctor’s appointment, to get their hair done, to visit friends at a coffee shop, or even go to a movie.

Caregivers are defined as “people of any age caring for someone 60 years of age or older with two Activities of Daily Living Impairments (dressing, bathing, eating, transferring, toileting, or walking) and/or requiring substantial assistance because of a cognitive or other mental impairment.”

If you or someone you know is interested in the Caregiver Respite Voucher Program, please contact Joanie Swanson, caregiver coordinator with SWODA Area Agency on Aging, at 800-627-4882, ext. 126, or e-mail Joanie at joanie@swoda.org.

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