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You care for someone. You deserve support, too.

Whether you’re helping a parent, partner, friend, or neighbor, you’re in the right place. Find practical information, fresh ideas, and support for wherever you are in your caregiving journey.
Join AgeMaine’s caregiving community to get updates, newsletters, webinars, and new resources and offerings—all to help you feel more informed, connected, and supported.
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General Caregiver Support & Everyday Tools

GENERAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT

Family Caregiver Support Services

AgeMaine's hub for caregivers: one-on-one guidance on benefits and services,caregiver classes, and support groups. Also serves kinship families (relatives55+ raising children).

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GENERAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT

Caregiver Resources Library

AgeMaine's full collection of guides and checklists by topic, from self-care todementia to choosing care.

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GENERAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT

Becoming a Paid Family Caregiver

Explains whether and how a family member can be paid for providing care inMaine.

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GENERAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT

Caregiving as a Family

Handout packet on getting family members to work together when opinionsdiffer about care.

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GENERAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT

Hospital Discharge Planning Checklist

Medicare checklist for preparing to bring someone home from a hospital orfacility.

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Dementia & Alzheimer's Caregiving

DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER'S

State Respite Care Program

Covers up to $4,500 a year in respite (in-home, adult day, or up to two weeksovernight) plus up to $2,000 lifetime for home modifications. Requires aphysician's dementia diagnosis; caregiver must be 18+ and live in Maine.Waitlist is common.

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DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER'S

Adult Day Programs

Day programs in Biddeford, Portland, and Springvale for adults with dementia ormemory loss, giving caregivers dependable time off. Free 3-hour trial visit; stateand VA funding may help with cost.

Call 207.396.6508.

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DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER'S

Dementia Respite Without Walls (Casco)

New grant-funded rural pilot: one 4-hour session a week for 12 weeks at CascoCommunity Center, started Sept. 22, 2026.

Spots still open; emailnicole.garrity@agemaine.org to be screened.

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DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER'S

What to Do When the Diagnosis is Dementia

First steps for families right after a dementia diagnosis.

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DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER'S

Alzheimer's Association

National organization with a 24/7 helpline, education, and local support.

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Your employees care for others. You can help care for them.

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Planning Ahead & Choosing Care

PLANNING AHEAD & CHOOSING CARE

Maine Long-Term Care Programs

Summary of state programs that can help pay for care at home or in a facility.

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PLANNING AHEAD & CHOOSING CARE

Financial & Legal Guidance for Caregivers

Overview of key legal documents and money matters caregivers should have inplace.

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PLANNING AHEAD & CHOOSING CARE

Maine Advance Directive Forms

Official Maine forms for naming a health care agent and stating care wishes.

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PLANNING AHEAD & CHOOSING CARE

Comparing Costs of Living Options

Side-by-side worksheet for comparing the cost of home care, assisted living,and other settings.

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