Many older adults find themselves serving as parents for the young children in their extended families, raising the children within their own homes. FCSP also offers support for grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, ages 55 years and older, caring for children under the age of 18 years. FCSP has a special program that offers intergenerational caregivers monthly reimbursement for caregiving supplies and services.
Basic Information
Organization
Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging
Contact Person
SeniorLine
Website
http://www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/caregiversupport.aspx
Phone Number 412-350-4234
Address
2100 Wharton Street,
2nd floor Pittsburgh, PA 15203
County Allegheny
Geographical area(s) in which services are provided Allegheny County
Approximate Number Of Families Serviced
400 serviced total in organization; 15 grandparents --Could support at least another 100 Program Information
Basic Living Resources
- Financial Assistance
Education
- This program offers care management and reimbursement for approved out-of-pocket childcare expenses, access to support groups, and educational opportunities.
- Offers referrals and caregiving classes
Contact Us
- Professor, Intergenerational Programs and Aging
- Email msk15@psu.edu
- Office 814-863-7871
Contact Us
- Professor, Intergenerational Programs and Aging
- Email msk15@psu.edu
- Office 814-863-7871
