DUE TO COVID-19 AND HEALTH OFFICIAL RECCOMENDATIONS, ALL VCRC SPONSORED PROGRAMS AND SERVICES WILL BE OFFERED BY PHONE, EMAIL AND/OR VIDEOCONFERENCING. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 800-541-8614. FEEL FREE TO CONTACT YOUR FAMILY CONSULTANT OR CARE MANAGER DIRECTLY.
Caregiver Resources
Get free help in finding resources if you’re caring for seniors who need help with daily living activities or caring for anyone suffering from conditions such as dementia, stroke or Alzheimer’s.
Family Caregiver Support Program
Valley Caregiver Resource Center (VCRC) offers a unique, comprehensive umbrella of services designed to help elders and their families master the challenges that accompany the aging process. As long-standing advocates and collaborators in preserving the health and quality of life of others, our aim is to promote personal and community well-being.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center system helps families and communities master the challenges of caring for adults with brain impairing conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, Parkinson’s and traumatic brain injury.
To be eligible for services, a client must be caring for an adult with a cognitive impairing condition that occurred after the age of 18 (for example: dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, traumatic brain injury,Parkinson’s disease), or someone 60 years and older in need of assistance with daily living activities (services for those caring for someone 60 and older are available in various counties where VCRC has the Family Caregiver Support Program).
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Senior Care Services
Information & Assistance
Valley Caregiver Resource Center provides information and assistance on all aspects of care.
Family Consultations
We assist caregivers in exploring immediate and long term care options, and provide support and guidance in
decision making.
Caregiver Resource Center Staff
- Alex Nunes: anunez@valleycrc.org
- Christina Barrett: cbarrett@valleycrc.org
- Gina Torres: gtorres@valleycrc.org
- Ger Lee: glee@valleycrc.org
- Nancy Yang: nyang@valleycrc.org
- Sayra Santos: ssantos@valleycrc.org
- Susana Rodriguez: srodriguez@valleycrc.org
- Yee Vue: yvue@valleycrc.org
Support Groups
In addition to facilitating our own support groups, we provide referrals to other existing support groups
and assistance in establishing groups where needed.
Education
Valley Caregiver Resource Center offers a wide variety of free classes and training for all caregivers.
Legal & Financial Consultations
A free consultation is available to our clients with an attorney experienced in issues relevant to their
caregiving. The attorney will provide advice in such areas as establishing durable powers of attorney,
conservatorship, financial planning and clarification of community property laws.
Family Counseling
Short-term counseling with family members is available to help identify problems and explore solutions.
Assistance is given in obtaining on-going counseling when needed.
Respite For Caregivers
Subsidies are available for in-home care, day care and transportation that assist families caring for an adult at home.
Training & Conferences for Families and Professionals
Specialized education about research, diagnosis, behavioral management, stress reduction, and other issues related to caregiving can be arranged.
Speakers Bureau
VCRC will provide speakers on caregiver and senior-related topics to any interested group. We welcome
opportunities to share this information with professional associations, community groups, senior centers,
faith-based organizations, unions, women’s groups, political clubs, benevolent organizations, and any other
interested group. There is no charge for this service. Call our office staff for more information or to schedule
a presentation.
Contact Information
Yee Vue Program Manager
Phone: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614
Email: yvue@valleycrc.org