Caregiver & Family Support Resources
For family members and caregivers of individuals receiving hospice or end-of-life care in the Cleveland, Ohio area
Providing care for a loved one during serious illness or end-of-life can be meaningful, but it can also be physically, emotionally, socially, and financially challenging. The following organizations provide support outside of direct hospice services, helping caregivers maintain their own well-being while continuing to support their loved one.
Hyperlinks to each resource can be found embedded in the name/title of resource.
Emotional & Psychological Support
24/7 Helpline: 800-272-3900
Caregiver support groups (virtual & in-person)
Individual caregiver coaching
Grief and anticipatory grief support
Education about dementia progression and caregiving strategies
216-875-7776
Free peer-led support groups for caregivers
Mental health education programs
Family-to-Family education course
Crisis resource guidance
216-292-3999
Caregiver support groups
Individual counseling services
Stress management education
Open to individuals of all backgrounds
Beachwood & Westlake Locations
Support groups for caregivers of individuals with cancer
Counseling and wellness programs
Mind-body coping programs
Family and caregiver workshops
Grief counseling available to community members
Anticipatory grief support
Bereavement groups for families and caregivers
216-292-3999
Caregiver support groups
Individual counseling services
Stress management education
Open to individuals of all backgrounds
Social & Community Support
Social connection reduces caregiver burnout and promotes emotional well-being.
800-626-7277
Caregiver workshops and peer connection opportunities
Community education events
Care navigation and referral services
Long-term care planning assistance
216-373-1600
Caregiver support programs
Behavioral health caregiver coaching
Care consultation services
Community education classes
Senior Centers & Adult Day Programs
These programs provide supervised activities and social engagement for individuals receiving care while giving caregivers time for personal needs.
Examples include:
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Jennings Adult Day Services
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McGregor Adult Day Program
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Fairhill Partners Adult Day Center
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Eliza Bryant Village Adult Day Services
Faith-Based and Community Volunteer Networks
Many Cleveland churches, synagogues, and community centers provide:
Friendly visitor programs
Meal delivery services
Transportation assistance
Caregiver support ministries
Financial & Practical Support
Caregiving can create financial stress and reduce caregiver employment opportunities. These programs help reduce that burden.
Respite care funding
Caregiver training
Resource coordination
Support navigating community services
(Alzheimer’s Association Cleveland Chapter)
Financial assistance for non-medical in-home care
Helps caregivers take scheduled breaks
Statewide caregiver financial guidance
Long-term care planning tools
Medicaid waiver education
Benefits navigation assistance
Free caregiving guides
Financial planning tools
Legal and employment support resources
Long-term care cost planning information
216-265-1489
Non-emergency medical transportation
Community appointment transportation
Helps reduce caregiver driving demands
Home-delivered meals
Wellness checks
Nutrition support for individuals with limited mobility
Education & Skill-Building Resources
Caregivers often benefit from learning skills that support both patient care and their own health.
Online caregiver education modules
Skills training videos
Stress and burnout prevention education
Care planning tools
(Offered through local aging agencies and community partners)
Evidence-based caregiver training course
Focuses on self-care, communication skills, and confidence building
Individualized caregiver coaching
Problem-solving strategies
Emotional support and education
Educational articles and caregiver guides
Disease-specific caregiving resources
Stress management and wellness education
Crisis & Immediate Emotional Support
If a caregiver or family member is experiencing severe emotional distress, immediate support is available:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or Text 988 for 24/7 emotional crisis support that is free and confidential
Cuyahoga County Mental Health Crisis Services
Call 216-623-6888 for emergency mental health support and mobile crisis response options
Additional Helpful Supports
Legal & Planning Assistance
Legal Aid Society of Cleveland
Pro Seniors Legal Hotline
Advance directive and healthcare power of attorney guidance
Caregiver Wellness & Self-Care Programs
Yoga and mindfulness programs through The Gathering Place
Community wellness classes through senior centers
Caregiver retreat or stress-reduction workshops through Benjamin Rose Institute