Caregiver Support

Nearly 1 in 5 Virginians serve in a family caregiving role. Caregiving for loved ones can be overwhelming and gratifying.

Programs administered by the Area Agencies on Aging provide support to caregivers by focusing on the well-being of the caregiver by providing access to needed formal or informal supports such as respite, caregiver support groups, or individual counseling.

DARS also offers programs such as the Lifespan Respite Voucher and a resource guide for caregivers.

Caregivers can also get involved by joining the Virginia Caregiver Coalition.

Caregiving in Virginia

1 in 5

Virginians provides unpaid care to an adult with health or functional needs

64%

of caregivers work while providing care

56%

of Virginian caregivers are women

13%

of Virginians currently care for an adult loved one

18%

of Caregivers provide 40+ hours of care per week

Lifespan Respite Voucher

Are you a Virginia caregiver that needs a break? You may be eligible to receive financial reimbursement to hire a respite care provider.

Virginia Caregiver Coalition 

The VCC is committed to improving the caregiving experience through education, advocacy, and access to resources. The VCC meet every other month for networking, training, education, brainstorming and resource sharing. Membership is free!

Taking Care: A Resource Guide for Caregivers

This guidebook contains invaluable information, including how to take care of yourself while taking care of others, as well as resources to relieve your caregiving workload.