Family Caregiver Support Program – FCSP
The Department of Aging offers a wide variety of services for caregivers. We’re here to help with case management, referrals, and linkage. Supportive services are available, such as caregiver respite, providing temporary assistance to help take care of your loved one in the home, or with in-home help you may need performing chores and homemaker tasks.
To be eligible for the Family Caregiver Support Program:
- You are an adult caregiver, age 18 and older
- You are providing informal in-home care to an individual over the age of 60 and frail
- Must reside in San Joaquin County
Submit an electronic referral online through SimpliGov,
click here.
You can also submit a referral online
Service Referral and Follow-up Summary (SJ 30A form),
and either fax it to: 209-932-2663, email it to:
aginginfo@sjgov.org,
or mail to: San Joaquin County Human Services Agency, PO Box 201056, Stockton CA 95201. For more information or assistance completing the referral form by phone,
call
209-468-1104.
Adult Day Care Programs
https://secure.dss.ca.gov/CareFacilitySearch/
More than 53 million Americans are now operating as caregivers, many unexpectedly, and every single one facing medical complexities while also trying to perform medical tasks, gauge disease progression, provide emotional support and care. 72% of caregivers report feeling overwhelmed, and 66% express the need for training, particularly in coping strategies, personal care techniques, and medical tasks. San Joaquin County Aging & Community services offers informal caregivers access to 24/7 educational content, practical tutorials, and a dependable online community where caregivers can join discussion forums, gain insight from support groups, and ask real questions of industry professionals. Education is offered in English and Spanish.
To determine your eligibility and gain access, please complete the SJ30A referral form or contact Senior Information and Assistance at (209) 468-1104.