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AGING <br /> AGING <br /> b. Provide caregivers with access to information and educational materials that are <br /> pertinent and useful in their role as caregiver. At least 60% of caregivers <br /> surveyed will report satisfaction with the quality and availability of resource <br /> materials. <br /> The National family Caregiver Support Program staff coordinated with <br /> several community providers to develop and maintain Caregiver support <br /> groups and provide training and supportive services for family caregivers. <br /> HCOA staff spearheaded the Holy Cross Caregivers Support Group, assisted <br /> with the American Heart Association in coordination of the Hilo Stroke Club <br /> Support Group, coordinated with Hospice of Kona to provide an Alzheimer's <br /> Support Group, assisted with Hawaii Island Adult Care's quarterly <br /> Caregiver Respite Fairs, and coordinated with the Neighborhood Place of <br /> Puna to develop a Caregiver Support Group. Most Support Groups meet <br /> monthly when possible. Highlights include: <br /> • Holy Cross Support Group in coordination with Holy Cross Church. <br /> Meets monthly in Hilo. <br /> • Hilo Stroke Club Support Group in coordination with the American <br /> Heart Association. Meets monthly. <br /> • Kona Caregiver Support Group in coordination with Hospice of <br /> Kona. Meets monthly. <br /> • Caregiver Respite Day in coordination with Hawaii Island Adult <br /> Care. Held 5 times a year in Hilo. <br /> • Basic Caregiving Skills Workshop in Kona in coordination with <br /> Hospice of Kona. <br /> • Pahoa Support Group. Meets monthly in Pahoa. <br /> All of the participants surveyed reported that the sessions increased their <br /> awareness of services and resources available for Caregivers and helped <br /> them in their caregiving responsibilities. <br /> Final Status Report on Program Objectives for FY 2008 -09 3 <br />