Instructions for Caregiver Assessment Tool (Cat) - Pennsylvania

Caregiver Assessment Tool (Cat) - Pennsylvania

This document was released by Pennsylvania Department of Aging and contains official instructions for Caregiver Assessment Tool (Cat) . The up-to-date fillable form is available for download through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is the Caregiver Assessment Tool (CAT)?
A: The Caregiver Assessment Tool (CAT) is a tool used in Pennsylvania to assess the needs and strengths of caregivers.

Q: Who is the CAT for?
A: The CAT is for caregivers in Pennsylvania who are caring for an older adult or an adult with a disability.

Q: What is the purpose of the CAT?
A: The purpose of the CAT is to gather information about caregivers' needs and strengths in order to identify appropriate support and services.

Q: How is the CAT administered?
A: The CAT is administered by trained professionals, such as social workers or care managers.

Q: What does the CAT assess?
A: The CAT assesses various areas of caregivers' lives, including physical and emotional health, social support, and financial considerations.

Q: What happens after the CAT assessment?
A: Based on the assessment results, caregivers may be connected to supportive services and resources that can help them in their caregiving role.

Q: Is the CAT mandatory?
A: The CAT is not mandatory, but it can be a valuable tool for caregivers to identify their needs and access support.

Q: Is there a cost to complete the CAT?
A: There is typically no cost for caregivers to complete the CAT assessment.