Fortunately for people who are affected by Alzheimer’s Disease, there are incredible resources available with information, and support to help us cope. Here are just a few:
Local. Look in your area for local agencies that may provide information and/or support.
If you live in San Diego County, Alzheimer’s San Diego is a locally based non-profit providing free services, including personalized dementia support, education, support groups, social activities, and caregiver respite.
www.alzsd.org. 858-492-4400
Other organizations that may offer services in your area include:
Jewish Family Services
Adult Protective Services
Nationwide.
The Alzheimer’s Association is a nationwide non-profit organization offering a wealth of information about the disease, help and support, and updates on current research. There is an office in most major cities in every state.
www.alz.org. 24/7 hotline 800-272-3900.
Teepa Snow is a respected dementia care specialist who offers compassionate strategies to better support those living with Alzheimer’s.
https://teepasnow.com. 877-877-1671
The Dementia Society of America provides information and support for all types of dementia, including Alzheimer’s.
www.dementiasociety.org/alzheimers
The National Institute on Aging’s Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center offers information and publications on Alzheimer’s and related dementias, including information on caregiving, clinical trials, and research.
www.nia.nih.gov. 800-438-4380
The Association for Frontotemporal Dementia offers information and support for people affected by frontotemporal dementia, the most common form of dementia for people under age 60.
www.theaftd.org. 866-507-7222
The Lewy Body Dementia Association offers information and support for people affected by Lewy Body Dementia, the second most common form of neurodegenerative dementia, after Alzheimer's disease.
https://lbda.org. 800-539-9767
The American Stroke Association provides information and support for people affected by stroke and vascular dementia.
www.stroke.org. 888-475-7653
International.
Alzheimer’s Disease International is an international federation of Alzheimer’s and dementia associations in over 100 countries worldwide.
www.alzint.org
Dementia Alliance International offers information and support to people living with any type of dementia from all around the world.
https://dementiaallianceinternational.org
Look for information and/or support from these options also:
Adult Day Programs
Care Managers
Clinical Trials
Counseling/Therapists
Elder Law Attorneys
Fiduciaries
Government Agencies (such as Aging & Independence Services or Department of Health)
Home Delivered meal Programs
In Home Care Agencies
Medical Supply Stores
Palliative and Hospice Agencies
Placement Services
Religious Organizations
Senior & Community Centers
Transportation Services
Wandering Support (such as the Take Me Home Program offered by some Sheriff/Police Departments)