Support for caregivers and families
Helping a Loved One
Caring for an aging parent, spouse, relative, or friend can bring a lot of questions. You don’t have to know exactly which service to ask for—we’ll help you understand the options.
Finding the right support
Start with what feels hardest right now.
Your loved one may benefit from one service or a combination of support. The descriptions below can help you recognize where to begin. Eligibility, availability, and any associated costs vary by service; an LCAP team member will explain what applies to your situation.
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When you’re unsure where to begin
Guidance & Community Resources
Our Social Services team can listen to what is happening, explain available resources, and help connect your family with appropriate community support.
This may help when your loved one needs:
- Guidance with Social Security or public assistance
- Help finding utility-bill or emergency resources
- An emergency response system or personal help button
- Home-safety support, including smoke detectors and escape planning
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When daytime supervision and connection would help
Adult Day Service
Adult Day Service provides care, companionship, and meaningful daily activities in a safe, nurturing environment while giving family caregivers dependable daytime support.
Participants can receive:
- Support from personal care aides, activity assistants, and nurses
- Daily social, recreational, and health-related activities
- Breakfast, snacks, and a nutritious hot lunch
- Additional help with showers and hygienic care when arranged
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When everyday tasks are becoming difficult
Personal Care at Home
A little assistance with personal routines and household tasks can help an older adult remain safer and more comfortable in their own home.
Our staff may help with:
- Bathing and personal hygiene
- Haircare and skincare routines
- Light cleaning and laundry
- Basic cooking and meal preparation
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When preparing meals is no longer easy or safe
Meals on Wheels
LCAP delivers nutritious midday meals and a friendly daily well check to eligible older adults in Licking County, helping families know someone is checking in during the week.
Home-delivered meal service includes:
- Delivery five days a week for those determined eligible by a case manager
- Three meal options available each day
- A brief well check during each delivery
- Optional frozen weekend meals when needed and available
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Tell us what’s happening.
Call or complete the short Help Quiz when it’s convenient.
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Talk through the options.
Our team will ask questions and explain relevant services.
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Connect with the right support.
We’ll explain eligibility, availability, referrals, and next steps.