Specialized Information and Referral | AARP Caregiving Information - New Caregivers - AARP Guide for Caregiving
Eligibility
People providing caregiving to an older adult or adult with a disability
Required documents
None
Hours
Online guide available 24/7
Contact Center open M-Su 7am-7pm to request a mailed copy
888-885-0013
Voice·
AARP Contact Center
877-366-0049
Voice·
AARP En Espanol
Languages
Spanish, online guide is at www.aarp.org/211cuidar
Application process
Resource guide available online at https://aarp.org/preparetocare , or call to request a copy be mailed to you
Fees
None
Service area
Kansas & Missouri & Illinois
AARP's caregiving guide includes information about how to start the conversation with your loved one, forming a support team, planning, finding support, and self care. Guides specific to miltary/veterans, English-speaking Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders, and LGBTQ+ family members are available as well.
Last Assured
03/26/2026
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AARP FAMILY CAREGIVING RESOURCES
AARP and United Way of Greater Kansas City have teamed up to help you get AARP family caregiving resources through your local 211. Call 211 or visit 211kc.org to connect with a local 211 community resource specialist, for help with finding additional family caregiving resources and support in your community.