caregiver SUPPORT
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caregivers
I am a spouse. I am a parent. I am a friend. I am a daughter.
I am a son. I am a partner. I am a neighbor. I am an advocate.
I am a professional. I am a caregiver.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Updated support groups list coming soon!
RESPITE
Respite is temporary relief from duties for caregivers, ranging from several hours to days. It might be provided
in-home or in a care facility. Respite allows a caregiver to take a break and get away, maybe for a doctor appointment, grocery shopping or a weekend getaway with family. There are organizations that offer limited funding specifically to help caregivers pay for someone to be with their loved one, and care for them, while they are away.
Generations Central Adult Day Center
GCADC provides a safe space for older adults to receive adequate care during the day. They will "live to their full potential" through quality care and nurturing support.
Location: 318 S. West Street, Culpeper, VA (lower level of Culpeper Baptist Church)
Check their website for more information or call 540-403-0557.
Virginia Lifespan Voucher Program
The Virginia Lifespan Respite Voucher Program (VLRVP) provides reimbursement vouchers to Virginia caregivers for the cost of temporary, short-term respite care provided to individuals of any age, with a documented disability or medical condition.
Respite funding is limited to $595.00 per family through June 30, 2026, or until funds are exhausted. This program prohibits the use of these funds for rent, cleaning, medical supplies, food, or other household expenditures. Check their website for funds application information.
Check their website for more information or call 804-662-9333 .
https://www.vda.virginia.gov/vlrv.htm
Email:
vlrvp@dars.virginia.gov
Click button above to view the VA Lifespan application.
NOTE: This application is on the website listed above and must be submitted there when filled out.
ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SUPPORTS ADULT SUPPORT COORDINATORS
Encompass Community Supports
Encompass Community Supports offers Adults Support Coordinators for options counseling to those age 60 and above.
Check out their website for more info: https://www.encompasscommunitysupports.org
IN HOME CAREGIVERS REGISTRY FROM ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SUPPORTS
If you are looking for in home care for a loved one this guide may help you. The Caregiver Resource Registry is a document published by Encompass Community Supports (updated in March, 2026). Aging Together underscores that it is the sole responsibility of the potential “employer” to contact, interview and negotiate terms of employment with the chosen individual.
CAREGIVERS HANDBOOK FROM NIH
A guide to getting started, finding support, and taking care of yourself from the National Institute on Aging.
OTHER USEFUL RESOURCES
US Department of Veterans Affairs VA Caregivers Support Line
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Line (CSL) is a toll-free number for caregivers, family members, friends, Veterans, and community partners to contact for information related to caregiving and available supports and services for Veterans.
