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Tuesday, April 18, 2017Resources Caregivers Should Know AboutThe following organizations, groups and agencies offer caregivers a variety of resources, ranging from support services and webinars to tip sheets, care guides and how-to videos. AARP Online Community community.aarp.org Discuss issues with other caregivers in the online community. Alzheimer’s Association www.alz.org 800-272-3900 Information and support for people with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers. Operates a 24/7 helpline and offers care navigator tools. Alzheimers.gov www.alzheimers.gov The government’s free information resource about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center www.archrespite.org Find programs and services that allow caregivers to get a break from caring for a loved one. Caregiver Action Network www.caregiveraction.org Formerly known as the National Family Caregivers Associaciation, it provides information and education for family caregivers, including a volunteer support network in over 40 states. Eldercare Locator www.eldercare.gov 800-677-1116 Connects caregivers to local services and resources for older adults and adults with disabilities across the United States. Family Caregiver Alliance www.caregiver.org 800-445-8106 Information, education and services for family caregivers, including the Family Care Navigator, a state-by-state list of services and assistance. Hospice Foundation of America www.hospicefoundation.org 800-854-3402 Provides information on issues related to hospice and end-of-life care Medicare www.medicare.gov 800-Medicare Provides information about the parts of Medicare, what’s new and how to find Medicare plans, facilities or providers. National Alliance for Caregiving www.caregiving.org A coalition of national organizations focused on family caregiving issues. National Institute on Aging Information Center www.nia.nih.gov 800-222-2225 Research leader on aging issues; information on common age-related health problems. The National Clearinghouse for Long-term Care Information www.longtermcare.gov Information and tools to plan for future long-term care needs. Social Security Administration www.socialsecurity.gov 800-772-1213 Information on retirement and disability benefits, including how to sign up. State Health Insurance Assistance Program www.shiptacenter.org A program that offers one-on-one insurance counseling and assistance to people with Medicare and their families.
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