By CityDME Caregiver Team · 9 min read · April 10, 2026

Caregiver Burnout in Brooklyn: Where to Get Help

Caregiver burnout: where to get help in Brooklyn

Caregiver burnout is a real medical condition. If you've stopped sleeping, started crying for no reason, or noticed yourself snapping at the person you're caring for, it's time to ask for help. Here's where.

Equipment prescribed for a NY claim?

Patients, attorneys, treating providers, and adjusters may use the online form. Providers may also fax (973) 846-7077 or email referral@citydme.com. CityDME reviews submitted referrals the next business day. Prescription required.

Send a DME Referral

Free hotlines, today

NYC Caregiver Helpline: (212) 442-2740. Mon-Fri 8:30-5.
AARP Family Caregiving: (877) 333-5885.
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: dial 988. 24/7.

Brooklyn adult day care

JASA Brooklyn (multiple sites): (212) 273-5272.
Heights and Hills (Park Slope): (718) 596-8789.
CenterLight Healthcare PACE (multiple boroughs): (877) 226-8500.

Brooklyn respite care

The Catholic Charities Caregiver Support program offers short-term respite for people caring for an adult relative. Call (888) 744-7900.

In-home nursing

Visiting Nurse Service of New York (now VNS Health): (212) 609-1700.

What we do

We can't replace a respite worker, but we can take the supply runs off your list. Autoship covers the monthly reorder; the caregiver line at (973) 850-3121 handles the rest.

Want help picking the right product?

Call (973) 850-3121 Mon-Fri 9-5 ET. We'll send a free sample pack — three sizes, plain unmarked box, no autoship enrollment required.

You can also email info@citydme.com or walk into our showroom at 2416 65th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11204.

Injured on the job or in a crash?

Patients, attorneys, treating providers, and adjusters may use the online form. Providers may also fax (973) 846-7077 or email referral@citydme.com. Prescription required.