Caregiver Resources
HEALTH- AND MEDICAL-RELATED ORGANIZATIONS
The Conversation Project: theconversationproject.org
The Conversation Project is dedicated to helping people talk about their wishes for end-of-life care. Too many people are dying in a way they wouldn't choose, and too many of their loved ones are left feeling bereaved, guilty, and uncertain. The website is a great resource for gathering information about how to begin the conversation, as well as to see and share personal stories. There is also a starter kit available to download that will help you get your thoughts together and then have the conversation.
Ashby Memory Method: www.alzheimersinnovation.com
AMM is an evidence based dementia intervention program that has been developed specifically to meet the needs of care professionals providing supports and services to individuals and families living with a diagnosis of dementia. AMM is designed to be an easy to implement program that offers measurable quality of life benefits for dementia care clients, their families, and caregivers. The program structure provides a stimulating mix of activities using individualized pen and paper booklet formatted cognitive exercises.
NAELA: www.naela.org
The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc. (NAELA) was founded in 1987 as a professional association of attorneys in the private and public sectors dedicated to improving the quality of legal services provided to people as they age and people with special needs.
SageMinder: www.sageminder.com
SageMinder provides web-based home medication reminder and check-in monitoring services for seniors and family caregivers. Also check out the information, articles, forms, and online community. Everything from audio downloads for relaxation and information about medicare to quotes to empower family caregivers!
Senior Helpers: www.seniorhelpers.com
Sage Minder connects professional, affordable caregivers with seniors who wish to live independently, at home, with a strong focus on quality of life for the client and peace of mind for their families.
AECares: www.aecares.com
A comprehensive approach to financial maintenance, asset preservation, planning services, and complete care
Homemods.org: www.homemods.org
A university-based, non-profit effort dedicated to promoting aging in place and independent living for persons of all ages and abilities. Based at the University of Southern California, it offers an Executive Certificate in Home Modification online training program for professionals and serves as an information clearinghouse on home modification.
Stopfalls.org: www.stopfalls.org
The official website of the Fall Prevention Center of Excellence whose mission is to identify best practices in fall prevention and to help communities offer fall prevention programs to older people who are at risk of falling.
The Braun Corporation: BraunAbility
The Braun Corporation is the largest manufacturer of wheelchair accessible vans, ramps, and wheelchair lifts worldwide and enables people with physical disabilities to regain mobility and lead active and independent lives.
Home Helpers: https://www.homehelpershomecare.com/
Non-medical personal in-home senior care agency. Home Helpers' caregivers provide personal care, homemaking, senior companion care, supportive elder care, and other non-medical in-home care services to seniors, the elderly and those with temporary or permanent disabilities.
Save on Medical Bills: www.medicalcostadvocate.com
Save 20% to 50% on almost any medical bill. Experts negotiate your medical and dental service bills. Great for care givers. No risk, no fee unless you save.
Alzheimer's Association: www.alz.org
Dedicated to finding prevention methods, treatments and an eventual cure for Alzheimer's disease. Phone: 800-272-3900
American Cancer Society: www.cancer.org
A nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization committed to fighting cancer through balanced programs of research, education, patient service, advocacy and rehabilitation. Phone: 800-ACS-2345
American Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.org
Provides diabetes research, information and advocacy. Phone: 800-342-2383
BrightFocus Foundation: https://www.brightfocus.org/
BrightFocus funds innovative scientific research worldwide to defeat Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration, and glaucoma.
American Parkinson Disease Association: www.apdaparkinson.org
The organization focuses on research, patient support, education and raising public awareness of Parkinson's Disease. Phone: 800-223-2732
Arthritis Foundation: www.arthritis.org
A national organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions with advocacy, programs, services and research. Phone: 800-568-4045
GOVERNMENT AND NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
AARP: www.aarp.org
A nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over.
Caring From a Distance: www.cfad.org
An independent, non-profit organization, Caring From a Distance is dedicated to serving the needs of long distance caregivers.
Eldercare Locator: www.eldercare.gov
A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging. The Eldercare Locator connects older Americans and their caregivers with sources of information on senior services. Phone: 800-677-1116
Family Caregiver Alliance: www.caregiver.org
Community-based nonprofit organization designed to address the needs of families and friends providing long-term care at home. FCA now offers programs at national, state and local levels to support and sustain caregivers.
Medicare: www.medicare.gov
Provides detailed information about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country. Phone: 800-MEDICARE
Premier Care: Premier Care Management's Geriatric Care Managers are dedicated to helping families discover more effective ways to care for their loved ones. Serving as guides through the complex landscape of hospital and long-term care services, we function as advocates and educators, akin to hiring an accountant for tax assistance. Our role involves assisting you in making significant decisions about the care of an aging family member.
Our process begins with a comprehensive assessment of concerns, during which we present various options and unveil resources that many families are unaware of. Think of us as your personal aging life care consultant, providing a holistic view of the necessary care, encompassing physical, cognitive, financial, legal, housing, and insurance considerations.
Our extensive network of referral partners shares our commitment to providing care as if you were a part of our own family. For a complimentary 30-minute consultation, call us today at 404-430-5307 or visit the Calendly link directly to explore how we can assist you in caring for your loved one. : Calendly - Tracy Johnson