Caregiving and Long-Term Care

Caregiving and Long-Term Care

CARIE: The Center for Advocacy for the Rights and Interests of the Elderly

An organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for vulnerable older people.

Eldercare At Home

A resource for families and friends who are caring for older people at home, it includes information about physical and mental health problems, daily living, mobility and many other related topics.

Eldercare Locator

A Public service from the U.S. Administration on Aging that can help older persons and their families locate home and community-based services such as transportation, meals, home care and caregiver support services.

Extended Care

Use the Extended Care provider search to locate information on extended care providers. There are over 40 listings for the State College area.

Family Caregiver Alliance

Supports families caring for loved ones with chronic, disabling health conditions. They provide information, services, research and advocacy.

Find a Hospice 

A directory of hospice and palliative care programs.

National Alliance for Caregiving

An organization that conducts research and policy analysis and increases public awareness on family caregiving, this website provides resources for caregivers.

Pennsylvania Department of Aging

Provides information on home and community based services. Brochures created by this agency include information on long term living.