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AARP s toll-free family caregiving resource line is here to help

Terry Vine/Getty Images Sometimes, it’s easier to just ask. That’s why AARP has a dedicated, toll-free family caregiving line for people taking care of a loved one. Our agents can’t provide specific advice to callers, but they can suggest resources on a variety of topics, including:
Agents are available to take calls Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET at 1-877-333-5885. The support line is also available in Spanish, at 1-888-971-2013. They can also provide referrals to the government’s , state and federal agencies serving caregivers and older Americans, the and the . AARP also has an where caregivers can join, for free, to talk with other caregivers and get answers from experts in the community. Facebook users can visit the to connect, share stories and get answers to caregiving questions. You don’t have to be an AARP member to call the support line or join the online communities. We’re here to help. Editor's note: This article, originally created in 2018, has been updated with 2019 information.

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