LOCAL RESOURCES

Local Resources for Families in the Capital District

This page is updated regularly with helpful community resources for families navigating home care, aging support, and caregiver services. Each section below is organized like a blog post so you can easily find what you need.

Last updated: March 2026

🏥 Hospitals & Medical Centers

Ellis Medicine – Schenectady

Ellis provides emergency care, rehabilitation, senior services, and discharge planning support.
Website: https://www.ellismedicine.org

Albany Medical Center – Albany

A major regional hospital offering specialty care, case management, and senior health services.
Website: https://www.amc.edu

St. Peter’s Hospital – Albany

Known for cardiac care, rehabilitation, and strong discharge planning teams.
Website: https://www.sphp.com

👵 Senior & Community Services

Schenectady County Department of Senior & Long Term Care

Helps with aging services, benefits, case management, and caregiver support.
Website: https://www.schenectadycounty.com

Albany County Department for Aging

Provides senior programs, transportation, and long‑term care resources.
Website: https://www.albanycounty.com

Saratoga County Office for the Aging

Offers caregiver support, nutrition programs, and senior assistance.
Website: https://www.saratogacountyny.gov

💳 Medicaid, Insurance & Financial Assistance

New York State Medicaid – Long Term Care

Information on eligibility, home care programs, and financial assistance.
Website: https://www.health.ny.gov/health_care/medicaid (health.ny.gov in Bing)

CDPAP (Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program)

Allows family members or chosen caregivers to be paid through Medicaid.
Website: https://www.health.ny.gov/health_care/medicaid/program/longterm/cdpap.htm (health.ny.gov in Bing)

Long-Term Care Insurance Resources

Guidance on using LTC insurance for home care support.
Website: https://www.ny.gov

🚗 Transportation Services

CDTA – Capital District Transportation Authority

Public transportation options for seniors and individuals with disabilities.

Website: https://www.cdta.org

MediCab Transportation – Capital Region

Provides non‑emergency medical transportation for Medicaid‑eligible individuals, including rides to doctor visits, therapy, and treatments. Website: www.medanswer.com

Medical Transport Services (Non-Emergency)

Local companies offering rides to appointments, therapy, and treatments.

🤝 Support Groups & Community Help

Dementia Caregiver Support – Eddy Alzheimer’s Services

Workshops, support groups, and education for dementia caregivers in the Capital Region.
Website: https://www.sphp.com/services/eddy-alzheimers-services

Parkinson’s Foundation – New York Support Groups

Offers education, caregiver support, and local meetups for individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s.
Website: https://www.parkinson.org

Cancer Support Community – Upstate NY

Provides emotional support, workshops, and group sessions for cancer patients and caregivers.
Website: https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org

ALS Association – Upstate NY Chapter

Support groups, equipment loan programs, and caregiver resources for ALS families.
Website: https://www.als.org

Multiple Sclerosis Society – Upstate NY Support Groups

Local MS support groups, education, and caregiver resources.
Website: https://www.nationalmssociety.org

Grief & Bereavement Support

Caregiver Support Groups – Capital Region

Local in‑person and virtual support groups for family caregivers.