We are here to help.
By now, you have likely heard the news that Gilda’s Club and Lori’s Hands have partnered in an innovative caregiver respite program for those supporting loved ones impacted by cancer (ages 55+) in Metro Detroit.
Knowing you are not alone and that there is trusted support available when you need it makes a huge difference – especially when it comes to caring for others. From phone support to resource navigation to monthly educational community meals, to our in-home support services launching in September, we equip you with the tools you need so you can be at your best in supporting your loved one.
If you are or know someone caregiving or supporting a loved one impacted by cancer, we are here to help. Together, our community is stronger than cancer.
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ONE ON ONE PHONE SUPPORT
Through our one-on-one phone support program, we offer personalized resource navigation, connecting support persons with essential community resources and services. With the option for consistent check-ins, our team provides the ongoing support caregivers need, so they can be at their best in caring for their loved one.
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IN HOME SERVICES
Through our partnership with Lori’s Hands, our in-home support services offer respite for caregivers of loved ones (aged 55+) impacted by cancer. Over a service period of 5-8 weeks, trained college student volunteers provide weekly visits tailored to caregiving needs, including help with meal prep, grocery shopping, housework, tech navigation, pet care, prescription pick-up, walks, hobbies, and more.
Launching September 2025
Eligibility Requirements:
Phone support and community meals are available to residents throughout Metro Detroit.
To qualify for in-home services, you must meet the following criteria:
• Be the primary caregiver for an individual affected by cancer who is over the age of 55
• Be a resident of Wayne County and live in same residence as patient
OUR PROGRAM PARTNERS
Lori’s Hands builds mutually beneficial partnerships between community members with chronic illness and college students, fostering empathy, connection, and resilience. Students provide practical assistance to support community members’ independence at home, and community members share their health and life experiences to support students’ learning.
https://lorishands.org
Exhale – The Family Caregiver Initiative funds projects that are reimagining respite and increasing respite opportunities for family caregivers of older adults. Respite, a period of rest or relief, can play a key role in reinforcing caregiver well-being and effectiveness, leading to better health, social-emotional outcomes, and lower costs of care for family caregivers and older adults they care for.
https://tpi.org/exhale-the-family-caregiver-initiative/
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