Resource Links
General Resources
National Alzheimer’s Association – Provides disease education, services and support to people with Alzheimer’s disease or a related memory disorder and their families. Includes an interactive brain tour, MedicAlert + Safe Return program and planning for the future resources.
Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR) – Provides current and comprehensive information on Alzheimer’s disease and governmental resources. This Web site was developed by the National Institute on Aging.
Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Driving – Resource guide provided by The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., and the MIT AgeLab to help people with dementia and their families prolong independence while encouraging safe driving.
Michigan Resources
Alzheimer’s Association, Michigan Great Lakes Chapter, Ann Arbor, MI – Serves 23 counties with offices in Ann Arbor, Kalamazoo, Lansing and Muskegon.
Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Michigan Chapter, Southfield, MI – Serves 60 counties with offices in Southfield, Alpena, Flint, Grand Rapids, Marquette, Midland and Traverse City.
Michigan Agencies on Aging – Provides information on services for the aging, guides to access services in Michigan and helpful resources to keep the community informed of issues confronting older adults and their caregivers.
Caregiver Resource Network – A collaboration of West Michigan organizations dedicated to helping both family and professional caregivers.
Michigan Dementia Coalition – Provides excellent resources for Michigan caregivers of people with dementia. Resources include a list of adult day programs, support groups and education and training services available in Michigan. Resources are also available through WorriedAboutMemoryloss.com. This Web site was created by the Michigan Dementia Coalition and is a part of a statewide public awareness campaign on memory loss issues.
Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) - provides free education and personalized assistance to people with Medicare and Medicaid, their families and caregivers.
Resources for Person with Memory Loss
National Alzheimer’s Association – Provides tips and resources to help people with memory loss cope.
The Emerging Voice of Alzheimer’s – An Alzheimer's Association Web site for people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease or a related memory disorder.
Perspectives - A quarterly newsletter written for people with dementia that addresses the concerns, reflections and coping skills of individuals with Alzheimer's or a related memory disorder.
Resources for Family Caregivers
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) – A consortium of organizations who provide helpful caregiving tips and information on behavioral challenges that families face.
ElderCare Online – Provides support and information for people caring for aging loved ones.
Family Caregiver Alliance – National organization dedicated to working with caregivers. Contains fact sheets, research updates and an e-mail based support group.
Solutions for Better Aging – Provides aging information and caregiver support.
The Alzheimer’s Store - Provides unique products and information for those caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease.
Dementia Resources
The Association for Frontotemporal Dementias– Provides information and support to persons diagnosed with FTD.
LewyNet – Focuses on research related to dementia with Lewy bodies and includes links to sites with information about Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.
The Lewy Body Dementia Association – Provides information for patients with dementia with Lewy bodies.
Helpguide: Vascular Dementia: Symptoms and Prognosis – Provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of vascular dementia.
Housing Resources
American Association of Homes and Services/Aging – Provides housing information for seniors and searchable databases on senior housing by level of care.
A Place for Mom - A free referral service helping families find nursing homes, assisted living, Alzheimer's care, retirement communities and home care.
Health Care Association of Michigan – Includes a consumer guide to Michigan nursing homes.
Nursing Home Compare - Provides detailed information about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country.
Senior Housing Finder – National dementia care housing database provided by the Alzheimer’s Association.
Senior Housing Net – Discusses different housing alternatives for seniors.
Medical and Research Information
Alzheimer’s Research Forum – Provides updates on published research findings, topical news group discussions and online chats.
Clinical Trials – A comprehensive searchable database of current medical research.
Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation -World's largest research team for the cause, care and cure for Alzheimer's disease. Creator of the resource, "Preserving Your Memory": The Magazine of Health and Hope.
GCR: Alzheimer’s Disease – Developed by Geriatric Consultant Resources, the site includes a clinical overview of Alzheimer's, assessment scales, and ongoing research information.
National Institute on Aging – Provides information on NIA sponsored research programs.
National Library of Medicine – Includes a searchable database by health topic.
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