Monday, April 6, 2026

Caregivers need help too.

 














Local Help for Family Caregivers in The Wiregrass Area 

You may not think of yourself as a family caregiver, but if you are helping someone with daily activities, like getting dressed, medication management, and transportation to and from appointments, then you are a family caregiver. Today, nearly 1 in 4 Americans are caring for a family member or close friend, and while it is one of the most important roles you may play, it is often stressful and overwhelming.  

No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier. That’s why AARP and Wiregrass 211 have teamed up to offer tailored family caregiving support through your local 211 in the Wiregrass. 

This free service is available by simply dialing 211, where you’ll be connected with trained, compassionate 211 specialists in your community who can help find AARP caregiving resources and identify local organizations to address your specific needs. * 

Just call 211 and ask about AARP family caregiving resources in Alabama or visit aarp.org/211care for more information.  


☎️    DIAL - Dial 211 or 1-888-421-1266 to speak with a contact specialist 24/7
💬    TEXT - Text Your Zip Code to 898-211
💻    CHAT - Chat Monday-Friday 8:30 am-4:00 pm by going to wiregrass211.com/chat
Wiregrass 211 - Help Starts Here.

*Note: Any information you provide to 211 will be governed by its privacy policy. 

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