Benefits · Caregiver Support
How to apply for North Carolina Family Caregiver Support Program
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Aging and Adult Services — delivered through the regional Area Agencies on Aging
Who it's for
This program helps family and unpaid caregivers with information, access to services, individual counseling, support groups, caregiver training, short-term 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 to see what is available.
There is no income test, but services are delivered locally through the Area Agencies on Aging and are available 'in varying degrees' across the state, with supplemental services 'on a limited basis.' The program serves the caregiver (respite and support for the person they care for). Confirm what's offered with your local Area Agency on Aging.
What you'll need
- No documents required to start — contact your local Area Agency on Aging
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-919-855-3400
Renewals
annual
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Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.