Caring for a parent or a loved one can quickly become time-consuming and overwhelming. This doesn’t take away from how much you love the person. It just means that you’ve been thrust into a new role, and you may not have the knowledge or resources to provide the level of long-term care your loved one needs… or even to navigate the complex system of services and supports.
Developed in 2000, our Family Caregiver Support Program assists informal caregivers with information, training, and supplemental services. We provide long-term care choices, consumer protection and education, so that you can help your loved one achieve the highest possible quality of life. We have Medicaid, non-Medicaid, and community programming available to help support family caregivers.
Theresa Niewiadomski, LSW, Family Caregiver Support Specialist, and Certified Caregiver Consultant leads the DHAD Family Caregiver Support Program and is available to support you during this difficult time. Theresa can be reached by phone at 330-899-5243 or email at tniewiadomski@dhad.org.
Complete an online Caregiver Support Referral
To access our full services and support, simply call the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) at 877-770-5558. You can request a long-term care consultation, where we will assess your loved one for placement with services such as:
- Personal care aids
- Homemaker services
- Emergency response system (ERS)
- Home-delivered meals
New in 2025: Caregiver Noontime Knowledge Educational Series
Introducing Noontime Knowledge—your monthly midday brain boost designed just for family caregivers! Whether you're knee-deep in pill organizers or navigating the emotional rollercoaster of caregiving, this lighthearted lunch-hour series serves up bite-sized wisdom with a side of encouragement. Think of it as your monthly dose of practical tips, expert insights, and a few chuckles to keep you going strong. So grab your sandwich, settle in, and let Noontime Knowledge nourish your mind while you recharge your spirit!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
October 14th: Unseen Victims - Addressing Human Trafficking in Elderly & Disabled Populations
1.0 CEU: Social Workers, Nurses, Licensed Counselors
CLICK HERE for more information and to register
November 11th: Empowering Family Caregivers of Veterans: Education, Resources, and Support
1.0 CEU: Social Workers, Nurses, Licensed Counselors
CLICK HERE for more information and to register
Missed a session or want to re-watch? CLICK HERE to go to our Caregiver Noontime Knowledge playlist on YouTube.
Support Groups:
Free for anyone to attend.
Led by Theresa Niewiadomski, LSW and certified Caregiving Consultant, or Kali Jobes, MSW. You'll receive resources and support to aid in your caregiving journey.
Virtual: Mondays at 1PM on Zoom (weekly)
In-person:
North Canton Library
185 N Main St
North Canton 44720
Daytime group: Third Tuesday of the month 1-2 PM-HOLD DUE TO LACK OF ATTENDEES
Evening group: Second Monday of every month 6-730pm, *exception: Wed Sept 10th and Monday October 27th.
Akron-Summit Green Library
4046 Massillon Rd.
Uniontown 44685
Every first Wednesday of the month 2-3 PM
Stark Library --North Branch
189 25th St. NW
Canton, OH 44709
Every second Tuesday of the month 2-3:30 PM
Catholic Charities Adult Day Center -for caregivers of attendees:
815 Biruta Street
Akron, Ohio
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month 10am-11am
Portage County group:
Access to Independence
4960 S Prospect Street
Ravenna, Oh 44266
Every Third Wednesday of the month from 1-2pm
Wayne County group:
Dementia Friendly LIFE Memory Café (do not need to be an attendee to join group)
First Presbyterian Church
621 College Ave.
Wooster, Ohio 44691
Last Wednesday of the month 11:15am-12:15pm
Registration required for any support group. Contact Theresa Niewiadomski at tniewiadomski@dhad.org // 330-899-5243, or Kali Jobes at kjobes@dhad.org // 330-776-4638.
I Care For/Want to Work for a Veteran
Veteran's Directed Care (Learn more! Email vdcinfo@dhad.org)
Active Daily Living: Web-Based Support
Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities has partnered with Active Daily Living to help Seniors and Family Caregivers with free, personalized advice to enhance health, independence, and aging-in-place. Contact Theresa (330-899-5243 / tniewiadomski@dhad.org) to learn more.
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