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CareLink helps family caregivers navigate the maze of available services and care for their aging family members.
Call 501-372-5300, call toll free at 800-482-6359 or e-mail info@carelink.org to speak to a CareLink professional. It’s okay if you don’t know exactly what you need. We’ll help you figure it out. Some services are delivered directly and others by contract providers.
Family Caregiver Counseling
One-on-one assistance for family members who help care for aging relatives, including resources to help the caregivers deal with challenges; cash grants for respite care.
Meals On Wheels
Hot or frozen home-delivered meals for homebound older people who are unable to shop or prepare their own meals.
Home Care
Help with personal needs such as planning and preparing meals, bathing and grooming, and light housekeeping.
Medicare Prescription Drug Counseling
Help in understanding the Medicare Part D options that need to be reviewed annually to ensure the best coverage for prescription drugs.
Emergency Response Button
An activator, worn around the neck or on the wrist, enables a call for help day or night.
Hire an Independent Worker
Call Information & Assistance at 501-372-5300 or toll free at 800-482-6359 for a database of workers who have been screened by background checks and can be hired directly by consumers.
Respite Center*
Supervision in a loving, secure environment. Daily exercises, games, crafts, educational programs, a nutritionally balanced meal and light snacks.
* available in certain areas
* available in certain areas
In-home Respite
Relief for family caregivers, allowing them a break from their duties, knowing loved ones are in good hands.
Telephone Check-in*
Regular calls to people who are physically or socially isolated.
* available in certain areas
* available in certain areas
Senior Companion
Dual-purpose program encourages volunteers who are seniors themselves to help other older people remain independent and active.
Legal Assistance
Advice and assistance with legal issues such as living wills, property disputes and problems involving personal finances or Social Security.
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Q:
Are
there any
special qualifications to receive CareLink services?
A: CareLink offers services for central Arkansas residents in six counties -- Faulkner, Lonoke, Monroe, Prairie, Pulaski and Saline. In addition, we provide caregiver respite and assistance for families that care for older people. Qualifications for services vary, depending on the program. Click Here for full list of FAQs |
