Caregiver Support

Taphys Adult Foster Care Program supports the family not just the enrolled member. It is our mission to create an inclusive environment that focuses on the holistic development and care of our members and caregivers. We ensure that our caregivers are educated, provided with monthly training on an collection of topics and informed about strategies to care for themselves. The caregivers are also paid a monthly tax-free stipend to offset the cost of caring for a member in their home.

To ensure our caregivers provide the highest quality care while maintaining their own well-being, we offer ongoing support, resources, and guidance such as:

• We maintain constant communication with our caregivers to ensure that they are adhering to principles of effective self-care while catering to the care needs of the members they serve.
• We fully support our caregivers to ensure that they have access to all the needed benefits, services, and resources available in the community. Having access to services such as Alternate care, Day Habilitation program, Best Buddies, respite care or a caregiver support group provides the caregivers with temporary relief and helps to solidify the placement.
• We constantly evaluate our caregivers to ensure that they are being referred for services and benefits that may be beneficial to the placement.
• We present monthly training to our caregivers to educate them about the benefits of self-care, coping skills as well as strategies to avoid caregiver burnout.