Alzheimer's & dementia resource hub
You are not alone. Help is available right now — 24 hours a day.
Whether you've just heard a diagnosis, you're caring for a loved one, or you're trying to plan ahead — this page brings together the most trusted national hotlines, support groups, caregiver tools, safety programs, and financial and legal resources for Alzheimer's and dementia, all in one place.
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24/7 helplines and crisis lines
These are free, confidential, and staffed by trained specialists. You don't need to know what to ask — just call.
Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline
800-272-3900Free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Master's-level clinicians and specialists in over 200 languages. Crisis assistance, decision support, and local referrals.
Visit websiteAlzheimer's Foundation of America Helpline
866-232-8484Talk, text, or web-chat with licensed social workers Monday–Friday. Caregiver counseling, education, and resource referrals.
Visit websiteEldercare Locator (U.S. Administration on Aging)
800-677-1116Connects older adults and caregivers with trustworthy local services — Area Agencies on Aging, transportation, meals, in-home care, and more.
Visit website988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988Free, confidential 24/7 support for caregivers and family members in emotional distress. Call or text 988.
Visit websiteSAMHSA National Helpline
800-662-435724/7, free and confidential treatment referral and information for individuals and families facing mental health or substance use challenges.
Visit websiteAdult Protective Services (APS)
800-677-1116If you suspect abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult, call the Eldercare Locator to be connected to your local APS office.
Visit websiteTrusted national organizations
Where to learn, connect, and get guidance
Alzheimer's Association
The largest nonprofit dedicated to Alzheimer's care, support, and research. Local chapters in every state.
Open resourceAlzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA)
Caregiver support, free memory screenings, education, and Teen & Family programs.
Open resourceNational Institute on Aging (NIA)
NIH's authoritative source on Alzheimer's biology, treatments, clinical trials, and caregiving guides.
Open resourceAlzheimers.gov
The federal government's hub for Alzheimer's and related dementias — care, research, and policy.
Open resourceLewy Body Dementia Association
Information and support for Lewy Body Dementia, including a helpline and physician finder.
Open resourceAssociation for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD)
Resources, helpline, and support groups for FTD families.
Open resourceDementia Society of America
Educational programs and community awareness initiatives across all dementias.
Open resourceAlzheimer's Disease International
Global federation of Alzheimer's associations — useful for international families.
Open resourceBrightFocus Foundation
Research funding plus free educational materials and a caregiver newsletter.
Open resourceCaregiver support
Help for the people doing the caring
Caregiver burnout is real. These groups exist specifically to support you — emotionally, practically, and financially.
ALZConnected (Online community)
Free message boards from the Alzheimer's Association — connect with caregivers and people living with the disease.
Open resourceFamily Caregiver Alliance
Fact sheets, state-by-state services, and an online caregiver support group (Smart Patients).
Open resourceAARP Caregiving Resource Center
Comprehensive caregiver guides, legal & financial tools, and a caregiver community.
Open resourceCaregiver Action Network
Free Caregiver Help Desk (855-227-3640) Mon–Fri, plus peer-led support.
Open resourceWell Spouse Association
Support specifically for spouses and partners of the chronically ill or disabled.
Open resourceARCH National Respite Network
Find respite care providers in your area to give yourself a break.
Open resourceTeepa Snow / Positive Approach to Care
World-renowned dementia care training videos and techniques every caregiver should see.
Open resourceDementia Care Central
Practical guides on stages, behaviors, paying for care, and Medicaid planning.
Open resourceDaughterhood
Community and circles for women caring for aging parents.
Open resourceSafety & daily living
Protecting your loved one at home and out in the world
Wandering, driving, medications, and home hazards are among the biggest day-to-day risks. These programs were built specifically for dementia families.
MedicAlert + Safe Return
24/7 wandering response service and ID jewelry — call 800-625-3780 to enroll a loved one.
Open resourceProject Lifesaver
Tracking bracelets used by 1,800+ public safety agencies to locate wandering individuals quickly.
Open resourceSilver Alert (state programs)
Most states issue Silver Alerts for missing adults with cognitive impairment — learn how to file in yours.
Open resourceAAA Senior Driving
Self-assessments, driver evaluations, and guidance on the difficult conversation about giving up the keys.
Open resourceHome Safety Checklist (NIA)
Free room-by-room home safety guide from the National Institute on Aging.
Open resourcePillPack / SimpleMeds
Pre-sorted medication packets delivered to the home — reduces dosing errors.
Open resourceGrandPad / Companion Tablets
Senior-friendly tablets designed to keep loved ones connected with family safely.
Open resourceMedical & diagnosis
Finding the right doctors and understanding the disease
Find a Memory Care Specialist (Alz.org)
Searchable directory of geriatricians, neurologists, and memory care doctors.
Open resourceNIH Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers
33 federally funded centers offering diagnosis, treatment, and research participation.
Open resourceFree Memory Screenings (AFA)
Free, confidential virtual or in-person memory screenings nationwide.
Open resourceStages of Alzheimer's (Alz.org)
Clear explanations of early, middle, and late-stage symptoms and what to expect.
Open resourceTreatments & FDA-approved therapies
Current treatment options including newer disease-modifying therapies.
Open resourcePCP Discussion Guide
Printable questions to bring to appointments after a diagnosis.
Open resourceLegal, financial & long-term care planning
Protecting assets and decisions before a crisis
Planning early — while your loved one can still participate — is the single most powerful thing a family can do. These resources help you understand the options.
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA)
Find an elder law attorney for powers of attorney, guardianship, and Medicaid planning.
Open resourceLongTermCare.gov
Federal resource explaining long-term care costs, services, and how to pay.
Open resourceBenefitsCheckUp (NCOA)
Free tool to find prescription, food, healthcare, and financial benefits older adults qualify for.
Open resourceMedicare.gov
Understand what Medicare does and does not cover — important: Medicare does NOT cover most long-term care.
Open resourceMedicaid Long-Term Services
Medicaid is the largest payer of long-term care in the U.S. — eligibility varies by state.
Open resourceVA Aid & Attendance Benefit
Monthly tax-free benefit for wartime veterans and surviving spouses needing care.
Open resourceFive Wishes Advance Directive
The most widely used living will in America — covers medical, personal, and spiritual wishes.
Open resourceLong-term care planning with Michael
Personalized hybrid LTC and traditional policy options. Michael's mother is living through Alzheimer's — this work is personal.
Open resourceIf you've just been diagnosed
Living well in the early stage
A diagnosis is not the end. There are programs designed specifically for people in the early stage to stay connected, active, and in control.
I Have Alzheimer's (Alz.org)
Resources written for the person living with the disease — not the caregiver.
Open resourceDementia Action Alliance
A community led by people living with dementia. Webinars, forums, and advocacy.
Open resourceMemory Cafés (national directory)
Welcoming social gatherings for people with memory loss and their care partners.
Open resourceAlzheimer's Early-Stage Support Groups
In-person and virtual groups — many designed specifically for the person diagnosed.
Open resourceMusic & Memory
Personalized music programs proven to reduce anxiety and reawaken connection.
Open resourceLocal & community help
Find services in your neighborhood
Most hands-on help is local. Use these tools to find Area Agencies on Aging, day programs, support groups, and in-home care near you.
Eldercare Locator
Federal directory of local senior services. Call 800-677-1116 or search by ZIP.
Open resourceFind Your Local Alzheimer's Chapter
In-person care consultations, education programs, and support groups.
Open resourceAdult Day Services Locator
Daytime programs that provide socialization, meals, and activities — and respite for caregivers.
Open resourceMeals on Wheels
Home-delivered meals and friendly check-ins for homebound seniors.
Open resource211 (United Way)
Dial 211 for local help with food, housing, utilities, and caregiving support.
Open resourcePACE (Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)
Comprehensive medical and social services that help frail seniors stay in the community.
Open resourceResearch & clinical trials
Be part of the search for a cure
TrialMatch (Alzheimer's Association)
Free matching service connecting families with clinical trials they qualify for.
Open resourceClinicalTrials.gov
The federal database of every registered Alzheimer's trial in the U.S.
Open resourceBrain Health Registry
Online registry that helps researchers find study volunteers and track brain health over time.
Open resourceAlzheimer's Prevention Registry
Join from home and be matched with prevention studies as they open.
Open resourceBooks & education
Trusted reading and learning
The 36-Hour Day
The single most recommended book for families caring for someone with dementia.
Open resourceCreating Moments of Joy — Jolene Brackey
Practical, hopeful caregiving philosophy focused on small daily wins.
Open resourceLoving Someone Who Has Dementia — Pauline Boss
Helps families cope with ambiguous loss and grief while a loved one is still living.
Open resourceAlzheimer's Universe (online course)
Free interactive education from Weill Cornell — diagnosis, treatment, and care.
Open resourceUCLA Dementia Care Program — Family Resources
Free downloadable guides on behaviors, communication, and end-of-life care.
Open resourceA personal note from Michael
I'm walking this road with my own family.
My mother is living with this disease right now. I built this page because I know how overwhelming it is to search for help while you're also trying to be a son, a daughter, a spouse, or a parent. If something here helps even one family feel less alone — it was worth it.
If you'd like to talk — about a diagnosis, planning ahead, or just to be heard — I'm here.
This page is informational only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for your specific situation. In an emergency, call 911.