Business Details
38 Years
experience
Caregiver Support Services in Central California
Since 1988, Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center (CRC) has dedicated itself to supporting families caring for loved ones with memory impairments or neurological conditions. Our trained professional staff specialize in connecting caregivers with essential resources, offering personalized guidance, and fostering emotional resilience. We operate under core values of service, dignity, and integrity, advocating for caregivers' critical role in society. Our mission focuses on enhancing caregivers' well-being through education, support groups, and respite services. As part of Health Projects Center, we serve Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties with culturally inclusive programs.We provide free services to all families regardless of income, ensuring accessibility to critical caregiving resources. Our team maintains deep expertise in neurological conditions, offering tailored solutions to address unique caregiving challenges. Through CareNav, our secure online platform, caregivers access personalized educational materials and direct support. We collaborate with legal professionals to offer free consultations on estate planning and financial matters. Our commitment to community health is demonstrated through bi-monthly newsletters, caregiver classes, and partnerships with local organizations.
Services
Support Groups
Respite Care
Legal Consultation
Family Consultation
Caregiver Education
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialized experience in caregiver support services
- Our team includes licensed clinical supervisors and certified family consultants
- All services are available regardless of income or residency status
- We provide free legal consultations with experienced elder law attorneys
- Our CareNav platform offers personalized, secure online caregiver resources
What people say
Changed my life
Amazing support
Angel in my corner
Invaluable resources
Lifesaving guidance
Services
Support Groups
Professionally led support groups connect caregivers facing similar challenges. Participants share experiences while developing coping strategies and social connections. Our groups focus on emotional well-being and practical caregiving solutions for memory impairment conditions.
Respite Care
Short-term respite grants allow caregivers temporary relief through home-based care or adult day centers. Services include in-home assistance from contracted agencies or facility-based care options. A sliding scale co-pay applies based on financial circumstances.
Legal Consultation
Free legal consultations address estate planning documents including powers of attorney, wills, and trusts. Our attorneys help caregivers navigate financial management issues for loved ones with neurological conditions.
Family Consultation
Personalized consultations help caregivers develop tailored care strategies. Our consultants provide ongoing support through follow-up contacts and resource referrals to address specific caregiving challenges.
Caregiver Education
Free educational programs cover all caregiving stages through live classes and on-demand recordings. Topics include dementia planning, sleep hygiene, and managing challenging behaviors for caregivers of adults with neurological conditions.
People
Jessica Mattila
Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with expertise in neurological condition support. Oversees clinical operations and supervises family consultants in delivering caregiver resources.
Christina Andrade
Senior Family Consultant
Experienced caregiver specialist providing personalized consultation and resource connections. Focuses on practical solutions for families managing memory impairment conditions.
Julia Cruz-Moreno
Family Consultant
Social worker offering culturally sensitive support to caregivers. Specializes in connecting families with community resources and respite care options.
Lory Corriedo
Family Consultant
Caregiver advocate providing guidance on navigating healthcare systems and accessing educational programs for families affected by neurological conditions.
Melissa West-Kevan
Family Consultant
Support specialist connecting caregivers with legal resources and community-based services. Focuses on improving access to care navigation tools for diverse families.
Questions
What services are available for caregivers?
We offer support groups, respite care, legal consultations, family counseling, and educational programs for caregivers of individuals with neurological conditions.
Are services free to use?
Most services are free, including support groups and family consultations. Respite care includes a sliding scale co-pay based on financial circumstances.
How can I connect with a family consultant?
Call (800) 624-8304 or use our CareNav online portal to request a consultation with our experienced family support specialists.
What caregiver education options exist?
We provide free live classes, virtual webinars, and on-demand recordings covering all stages of caregiving for neurological conditions.
Do you serve non-English speakers?
Yes, we offer bilingual Spanish resources and culturally inclusive programs to support diverse caregiver communities.
What areas do you serve?
We provide services throughout Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties in Central California.
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