NYS Caregiving and Respite Coalition

NYS Caregiving and Respite Coalition Promoting the development of volunteer respite initiatives to improve the lives of family caregivers

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The New York State Caregiving and Respite Coalition (NYSCRC) is a partnership of dedicated organizations and individuals committed to supporting the millions of informal caregivers throughout the state. The coalition and its members are passionate about helping connect caregivers with the information, training and support services critical to successfully caring for a love

d one at home. NYSCRC members are committed to addressing the current and future needs of those engaged in family caregiving across the lifespan. Because statistics show that the number of traditional caregivers are decreasing in many parts of the state, a more innovative approach to supporting those who care for our most frail and vulnerable population is needed. With the help of the Lifespan Respite Grant, NYSCRC is working to develop a comprehensive, sustainable program with the goal of training hundreds of volunteer respite providers throughout the state. Greater availability to respite services will give caregivers more frequent breaks while helping them better manage the physical and emotional stresses that come with caring for an aging and/or disabled loved one. NYSCRC is committed to helping caregivers of all types across the age and disability spectrum. By supporting important initiatives like the volunteer respite program while sharing best practices from across New York, NYSCRC will take an active role in improving the lives of informal caregivers throughout their community, and the over four million family caregivers across the state.

Don't forget to register for tomorrow's webinar: Ethical Issues in Family Care: Implications for the Health Professions ...
05/12/2026

Don't forget to register for tomorrow's webinar:
Ethical Issues in Family Care: Implications for the Health Professions and Our Communities.
Register here: https://www.nyscrc.org/events
This webinar will reflect on the ethical issues in family caregiving and discuss practical responses when they arise. Offered by NYSCRC, Lifespan of Greater Rochester Inc., and New York State Office for the Aging.

Caregiver Wellness & Respite Center - North Country University of Rochester Medicine

Older Americans Month is underway, but there’s still time to get involved! Find ideas for activities to do on your own o...
05/05/2026

Older Americans Month is underway, but there’s still time to get involved! Find ideas for activities to do on your own or with your community at ACL.gov/OAM.

Family caregivers typically shell out about $7,200 yearly for transportation, medications, household expenses, and lost ...
04/14/2026

Family caregivers typically shell out about $7,200 yearly for transportation, medications, household expenses, and lost work time. Join the Caregiver Action Network on Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 2-2:30 p.m. ET for a free 30-minute training, Benchmarks of Care: From Paycheck to Care Costs, to gain insights into managing care finances effectively. Register here: https://www.caregiveraction.org/benchmarks-of-care-costs/

Caregiver Wellness & Respite Center - North Country

Join Caregiver Action Network's Upcoming Webinar April 23, 2026 @ 2 p.m. ET Family caregivers spend an average of $7,200 a year out of pocket, making financial strain one of the most immediate and ongoing pressures of care. For those who are also working, caregiving can affect day-to-day budgeting,....

04/13/2026

Are you a professional who works with family caregivers? If so, you won't want to miss our May 13th webinar that will reflect on ethical issues in family caregiving and discuss practical responses to these ethical issues when they arise. Join Nicholas Mercado from UR Medicine who will touch on understanding and appreciating the role of family care and the ethical issues that impact the clinician-patient-caregiver triad and the broader long-term care system. Learn more and register: https://www.nyscrc.org/events
Caregiver Wellness & Respite Center - North Country

Congratulations!
04/07/2026

Congratulations!

We are excited to announce that Annie Winsman has been promoted to Program Team Lead at Consumer Directed Choices (CDChoices)!

For the past eight years, Annie has been a valued member of our team and later a leader in office operations, where she has consistently demonstrated dedication, reliability, and a strong commitment to the people we serve. In her new role, Annie will oversee program operations, coordinate team workflows, monitor caseloads, and help strengthen processes across the Programs Department to support both efficiency and high-quality service.

As CDChoices continues to grow with expanded programs and new services in New York State and other states, Annie’s leadership will help ensure new initiatives are implemented smoothly while maintaining the excellent support our consumers and their personal assistants rely on every day.

We are excited to see Annie step into this new role and look forward to the positive impact she will make in this next chapter. Please join us in congratulating her! 🎉

Fun fact: Outside of work, Annie enjoys going to concerts, which may explain her ability to stay calm, organized, and on beat even during the busiest days.

03/20/2026

The first day of spring is a reminder that brighter days are ahead. As the season changes, it’s also a great time to think about renewal, fresh starts, and taking care of yourself.

Through our AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer program, trained volunteers provide short-term relief for caregivers across Jefferson, Lewis, Herkimer, Cortland, and Tompkins Counties.

Learn more about respite support:
👉 https://www.nyscrc.org/americorps

03/20/2026

Technology should make caregiving easier. Is that the case for you?

Caregiver Action Network wants to know! We're surveying family caregivers across the country to learn what's working, what's not, and what you wish existed to help you more. Your feedback goes directly to the innovators building solutions for caregivers.

✅ The survey takes 5–8 minutes to complete and is confidential.
✅ 12 respondents will be selected at random to receive a $50 gift card for completing the survey.

Take the survey today ➡️ https://www.caregiveraction.org/tech-insights-survey/

03/18/2026

Advocating for Aging New Yorkers: Virtual Event on March 25

We’re pleased to share this virtual speaker event hosted by the Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service.

The Henry C. Ravazzin Center on Aging and Intergenerational Studies will host Becky Preve, Executive Director of Aging-NY, for a discussion on aging advocacy and community support across New York State.

Preve leads the statewide nonprofit representing 59 Area Agencies on Aging and has dedicated her career to improving the lives of older New Yorkers and their families.

📅 March 25, 2026
⏰ 12:45–1:30 PM (ET)
💻 Virtual Event
🎟️ Free to attend (registration required)

Please see the flyer below and scan the QR code to register.

03/11/2026

We are kicking off a new pilot program called Yesteryears North Group Respite on Friday March 20th at Northern Broome Senior Center (12 Strongs Place, Whitney Point) from 10 am-1 pm!

Join us as we introduce this program designed to help older adults with cognitive impairments and/or those who are socially isolated build social connections.

Our senior centers are a hub of activity but can also be overwhelming for people who need more structure and supervision. This pilot program will provide dedicated staff who can assist with friendly conversation, activities, light lunch and supervision. This is a great respite option for caregivers!

For more information please call 607- 778- 2946.

We ❤️ social workers! Here are some of the ways they support family caregivers: -Resource Coordination: Finding local se...
03/06/2026

We ❤️ social workers! Here are some of the ways they support family caregivers:
-Resource Coordination: Finding local services & support groups
-Caregiver Support: Providing counseling & emotional aid
-Financial & Legal Help: Navigating benefits & legal documents
-Healthcare Navigation: Bridging families & medical teams, discharge planning
-Family Mediation: Facilitating tough discussions like end-of-life planning

Caregiver Wellness & Respite Center - North Country

Address

1900 South Clinton Avenue
Rochester, NY
14618

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15852876393

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