Council on Aging of Central Oregon
The Council on Aging provides a variety of resources for caregivers to help support the changing needs of people as they age. The Council also provides support for caregivers through respite grants and support groups.
Contact: 541-678-5483, Website
Aging and Disability Resource Connection of Oregon (ADRC)
ADRC provides connections to local information and services for seniors and people with disabilities.
Contact: 1-855-673-2372, Website
Eldercare Locator
The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support resources. Elder Locator links those who need assistance with state and local agencies on aging, as well as community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers with services such as meals, home care, transportation, caregiver training, and education, or a well-deserved break from caregiving responsibilities.
Contact: 1-800-677-1116, Website
Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA)
FCA supports families and caregivers through education, advocacy, and services such as assessment, care planning, direct care skills, wellness programs, respite services, and legal/financial consultation vouchers. The NCC serves as a central source of information on caregiving and long-term care issues and works to advance policies and programs for caregivers in every state.
Contact: (800) 445-8106, Website
Client-Employed Provider Program
The CEP is a Medicaid program that allows elderly or physically disabled persons to self-direct their care to a person of their choice to be hired and paid as their home care worker. Certain family members, excluding legal guardians, are allowed to be paid.
Contact: Oregon Department of Human Services: 503-945-5600, TTY: 503-945-6214, Website
K Plan
The K Plan is a Medicaid program that assists seniors and disabled persons to live independently at home or within the community. This program allows certain family members, even spouses on rare occasions, to be hired and paid as the personal care provider. Other services may include: Home delivered meals, Home modifications, Assistive technology/Medical equipment, Respite care, Transportation, Chore services, Adult daycare
Contact: Oregon Department of Human Services: 503-945-5600, TTY: 503-945-6214, Website *See the website for your local county office
Oregon Project Independence (OPI)
OPI is a non-Medicaid program that assists with daily living activities for elderly persons or persons diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or a related condition. This program allows a certified home care worker to be hired and paid as the personal care provider.
Contact: The Council on Aging of Central Oregon: 541-678-5483, Oregon Department of Human Services: 503-945-5600, TTY: 503-945-6214, Website
Related Resources
Caregiving 101: On Being a Caregiver Taking Care of YOU: Self-Care for Family Caregivers
National Family Caregivers Month
Oregon Care Partners OSU Extension Service, Family, and Community Health
