Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center
More than 30 years ago, a small task force of families and community leaders in San Francisco came together to create support services for those struggling to provide long term care for a loved one who did not "fit" into traditional health systems: adults suffering from Alzheimer's disease, stroke, Parkinson's, traumatic brain injury and other debilitating disorders. The diagnoses were different, but the families shared common challenges: isolation, lack of information, few community resources, and drastic changes in family roles. The task force's early efforts had lasting results, the formation of California's statewide network of Caregiver Resource Centers. Del Oro is one of 1 of the 11 Caregiver Resource Centers in our state; it is our mission to improve the well-being of family caregivers throughout their journey.
Del Oro offers a comprehensive package of services for family caregivers:
- Specialized Information
- Family Consultation/Case Management Services
- Respite Care
- Short-Term Counseling
- Education & Training
- Legal/Financial Consultation
There are typically one of two types of persons calling the Del Oro team, either an adult child caring for an aging parent or a spouse providing care to their loved one. However,the relationship between the caregiver and care receiver can be a friend, neighbor, granddaughter, or sibling.
The team at Del Oro has realized a significant increase in the number of clients reaching out for support. Unfortunately,State and Federal dollars are not keeping pace with the demand. As such,they are continually seeking grant opportunities and donations to increase our capacity and serve as many clients as possible.
"It is our honor to serve family caregivers in our community. We are here to walk alongside you in your journey as a caregiver."