What to Do When …
Caring for an Ill/Elderly Relative
Caring for your loved one is an important job and often a difficult one. Kraft offers resources that support you
in this role and help you balance your responsibilities. Here are some points to keep in mind.
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Call the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at
1-877-EAP-KRAF (1-877-327-5723) for confidential counseling.
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Contact Resource & Referral for help finding qualified caregivers to take care of your relative when you’re not
available.
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Contact a Health Coach at 1-800-369-0142 for support in making health-related decisions.
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Taking a Family Medical Leave of Absence for up to 12 weeks to care for a seriously ill child, spouse or parent.
Using Group Legal Services Plan (if enrolled) to arrange
power of attorney, guardianship, advance medical directives, wills or other legal matters for your relative.
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Learning more about how unlimited, free Concierge
Services can make your everyday responsibilities more manageable.
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Using Group Long-Term Care
Insurance (if you enrolled your relative before care was needed) to help pay for custodial care at home, at adult day care
or in a nursing home.
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Reviewing What to Do When Dealing with Work/Life Stress.