How to apply for Arizona Family Caregiver Support Program

Who it's for

This program helps family and unpaid caregivers with information, help getting services, individual counseling, support groups, caregiver training, respite care, and limited supplemental services. It serves caregivers age 18+ caring for someone 60 or older (or any age with Alzheimer's/dementia), and older relatives age 55+ raising children or caring for an adult with a disability. Contact your local Area Agency on Aging or the Arizona Caregiver Resource Line.

What you'll need

• No documents required to start — contact your local Area Agency on Aging

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Arizona Family Caregiver Support Program. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need no documents required to start — contact your local Area Agency on Aging — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Step by step

1. Contact your local Area Agency on Aging or call the Arizona Caregiver Resource Line at 1-888-737-7494 to ask about the Arizona Family Caregiver Support Program.
2. Tell the agency about your caregiving situation — for example, who you care for and what kind of help you need.
3. Ask what services are available in your area, including counseling, support groups, caregiver training, respite care, and supplemental services. Note that some services may have waitlists.
4. Apply online or by phone at 1-888-737-7494 — no documents are required to get started.
5. Complete any follow-up steps your local Area Agency on Aging requests to confirm your eligibility and connect you with services.
6. Plan to renew your participation annually — your local Area Agency on Aging will guide you through that process.

What to expect: After you apply, your local Area Agency on Aging will review your situation and connect you with available supports, which may include information and referrals, individual counseling, support groups, caregiver training, respite care, and limited supplemental services. There is no income test to qualify, but services are delivered locally and supplemental services are limited — some may have waitlists, so ask your agency what is currently available and how long the wait may be. Processing times vary, so ask your agency for an estimate. Participation is renewed annually, and your local Area Agency on Aging will let you know what is needed at renewal time.

Renewals

annual