Are you a caregiver?
You Are Not Alone!
Every year, 4.1 million New Yorkers step into the role of caregiver, providing more than 2.6 billion hours of hands-on care to loved ones. Below are resources designed to support you every step of the way.
Are you a working caregiver or a business looking to support working caregivers? Learn more about NYSOFA's Working Caregiver Initiative.
Where Do I Start?
NY Connects is your trusted source for free, unbiased information about long-term services and supports across New York State, for people of all ages and disabilities. Call: 1-800-342-9871
A Caregiver's Guide
NYSOFA’s Caregiver’s Guide video helps individuals self-identify as caregivers and learn about available resources to support them in this demanding and meaningful work.
Digital Supports & New York’s Working Caregivers Initiative
If you provide unpaid care to a loved one, visit newyork-caregivers.com to access free resources, personalized training, and tools to support your caregiving journey.
The National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP)
Case Management
Personalized assessments to identify caregiver needs and coordinate services.
Counseling, Support Groups & Training
Support in health, nutrition, financial literacy, and problem-solving related to caregiving responsibilities.
Respite & Supplemental Services
Short-term relief through respite care, plus additional services, such as:
- Home-delivered meals
- Personal emergency response systems (e.g., LifeAlert)
- Legal services
- And more
Additional State Resources for Caregivers
This handy guide is a quick reference to aging services. It's convenient size is...
The New York State Department of Health's Caregiver Guide offers tips, plans...
This program supports families who are caring at home for a relative with a...
NYSOFA’s Future Planning Guidebook For Older Caregivers of Adults with I/DD...
Caregiver Resources from Partner Organizations
ARCH's mission is to help develop quality respite care.
Plan, prepare and succeed as a caregiver.
Help for people with memory loss, caregivers and others.
Help for grandparents and other relatives caring for children.