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Browse these additional links to other websites with helpful information on community-based living. Caregiver Programs Caregiver Support Family Caregiving Guide (2008) - written to help those that are providing long term care to others. Includes information and advice about services available in Honolulu County, including caregiver support groups. Pages 53-54 include additional websites related to caregiving. Central Oahu Caregivers’ Support Group - this local support group exists to provide networking, information, support, and assistance to persons caring for a chronically ill or incapacitated family member. Caring for Hawai'i's Elders - Honolulu Advertiser reader's blog for caregivers written by Kevin Kawamoto and Melissa Kamakawiwo'ole. Familycaregiving 101 - provides caregivers with the basic tools, skills and information they need to protect their own physical and mental health while they provide high quality care for their loved one. Alzheimer’s Association CareFinder - provides assistance to those caring for someone who has Alzheimer's disease find good care in their community. Caregiver Support Online - Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Online (Alzonline) is a telehealth project sponsored by the State of Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the University of Florida (UF) Center for Telehealth. Family Caregiver Alliance - founded in 1977, Family Caregiver Alliance was the first community-based nonprofit organization in the country to address the needs of families and friends providing long-term care at home. Long recognized as a pioneer in health services, FCA now offers programs at national, state and local levels to support and sustain caregivers. See also "Grandparents Raising Grandchildren" under the Daily Living and Lifestyle, Families section of the Library.
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