Caregiver Resource Guide - 2022 - Manual / Resource - Page 3
Partners in Care Foundation 805-280-4490
Multipurpose Senior Service Program
www.picf.org
Provides social work services to limited number of
Medicare/Medi-Cal eligible persons who, with
these services, will be able to remain at home and
not be institutionalized. Services are free of charge.
Family Caregiver Support Program
................................................. 805-332-8590
A Licensed Medical Social Worker provides indepth support to Caregivers who care for medically
fragile adults. The support includes an initial
assessment and ongoing case management.
The Social Worker links Caregivers to community
resources such as counseling, respite, Caregiver
support groups, education, transportation, meals
and home safety.
Coast Caregiver Resource Center
888-488-6555 or 805-569-8950
www.coastcrc.org
Provides family consultation services, including
long term care planning and placement options,
to nonpaid family members (caregivers) ages
18 and older caring for adults with adult-onset
brain impairments and older adults with disabling
conditions.
Counseling
Family Service Agency ......... 805-735-4376
........................................... ext. 3801 English
...........................................ext. 3802 Spanish
www.fsacares.org/caregiver-support
Program is designed to help caregivers recognize,
embrace, and manage their role as a caregiver.
Services provided include individual and family
counseling and group support for family caregivers.
Services are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL. Learn ways
to reduce stress, adjust to role changes and create
ways to care for yourself.
Coast Caregiver Resource Center
888-488-6555 or 805-569-8950
www.coastcrc.org
Provides short-term counseling services and
support groups to nonpaid family members
(caregivers) ages 18 and older caring for adults with
adult-onset brain impairments and older adults with
disabling conditions.
Transitions Mental Health Association
.................................................805-865-1940
www.t-mha.org
Provides a combination of wellness & recovery
oriented services. Open throughout the week.
Friendship Line ........................ 800-971-0016
www.ioaging.org
A toll free 24/7 service that listens and refers as
appropriate. Program includes a ‘Warm Line’ which
calls out to lonely or depressed older adults and a
‘Check In’ for older adults living alone or concerned
about their safety.
Education/Training
Alzheimer’s Association .... 805-892-4259
24/7 Helpline 800-272-3900
www.alz.org/cacentral
Provides no-cost care consultations, information
& referrals to relevant agencies and resources,
education classes, social engagement activities
and support groups. Additional resources available
to connect families with caregiving strategies,
navigating the medical system, identifying support
networks and funding, and immediate professional
counselling through the 24/7 Helpline available in
over 20 languages.
Lompoc Health .................... 805-737-8700
www.LompocHealth.com
The programs are designed and conducted
by Lompoc Health board-certified physicians,
registered dietitian nutritionists, registered nurses,
certified diabetes educators, physical therapists and
other specialized professionals.
Elder Abuse Prevention
Adult Protective Services .... 844-751-6729
County Department of Social Services
www.countyofsb.org
Investigates allegations of suspected abuse of
elders and dependent adults who reside in the
community. Provides resource information and
makes referrals to community resources.
Long Term Care .......805-965-1001 ext. 244
Ombudsman Service
www.ombudsmansb.com
Investigates allegations of suspected abuse of
residents of long term care facilities, such as
assisted living and skilled nursing.
Medicare Fraud .............. 1-800-MEDICARE
...............................................1-800-633-4227
HICAP ................................ 1-800-434-0222
www.Medicare.gov
Protect your Medicare Number. Do not give it out,
except to your MD or other health care providers.
Never give your Medicare Number in exchange
for a specific offer. Never let someone use your
Medicare card and never use another person’s card.
