Caregiver Support Groups in Washington County, Oregon

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Recent surveys report that there are over seven million people who are informal caregivers in this country. These informal caregivers are the spouses, adult children, relatives and friends who provide unpaid assistance to older adults living in the community with at least some limitation in what they are able to do for themselves. Of those who need assistance, 95% have family members involved in their care.

*Information provided by National Family Caregiver Association

Some Statistics:

3/4 of all caregivers are women

1 in 5 women between the ages of 35 and 64 are caregivers

80% of all in home care is provided by caregivers

61% of caregivers providing at least 21 hours of care a week have suffered from depression

*Information provided by National Family Caregiver Association

Attend a Free Support Group in Washington County. Come share with others who are experiencing the same things. In addition, learn new skills to improve physical, psychological and emotional wellbeing. See the calendar page for location of groups and times. Please contact us prior to attending in order to sign up.

A new support group for grandparents raising grandchildren has recently begun. See the Grandparent Support page for more information.