We add regularly to our collection of practical resources for caregivers. But we know we can’t begin to answer all your questions.

Please contact us if you are looking for specific information related to Alzheimer’s care. We will do our best to answer your question or help find the best resource for you.

Alzheimer’s Association

Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.

• Helpline
• Home Safety Checklist
• Stages of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s Foundation

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) funds research and provides support, services, and education to families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease nationwide.

• About Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia
• Contact a Social Worker
• Education and Resource Center
• Caregiver Support Groups

Being Patient

Being Patient is an editorially independent news and community platform that aims to create clarity around complex health issues and be a trusted, accurate source of information. The site provides Alzheimer’s news, advice, stories, and support.

• Talks (online talks with experts)
• Voices (series of essays from people directly impacted by Alzheimer’s)

CaringKind

CaringKind is New York City’s leading expert on Alzheimer’s and dementia caregiving.

• Important Documents
• Legal & Financial Planning
• Publications & Newsletters

The DAWN Method

The DAWN Method of Dementia Care offers resources for families, including books and online videos.

• Dementia Training Materials
• Resources for Families

Family Caregiver Alliance

Family Caregiver Alliance has been working for more than 40 years to improve the quality of life for caregivers and the people who receive their care.

• Fact and Tip Sheets (Note: Many of the fact sheets have been translated into Spanish. Some have been translated into Chinese, Korean, Tagalog, and Vietnamese.)
• Downsizing a Home: A Checklist for Caregivers
• Emergency Preparedness Checklist for Caregivers

National Institute on Aging

National Institute on Aging (NIA) is the primary Federal agency supporting and conducting Alzheimer’s research.

• Helping Family and Friends Understand Alzheimer’s Disease
• Helping Kids Understand Alzheimer’s Disease

Positive Approach to Care

Teepa Snow is an occupational therapist with 40 years of clinical practical experience. In 2005, she founded Positive Approach to Care (PAC), a company that provides dementia care training around the world.

• Dementia 101
• For Families and Friends

Senior Housing

Here’s a quick overview of Senior Housing Options from Lori Williams Senior Services. Lori and her team help people navigate senior living options in the Dallas-Fort Worth area (where Songs & Smiles is based).

Here’s an article about Residential Memory Care from SeniorHomes.com.

Other Helpful Links

We have some Books and DVDs Available to Dementia Caregivers for no charge.

Find more links in our article on resources for using music in dementia care.

Choose Energy, an online marketplace based in Texas, provides a checklist for Electricity Emergency Preparedness for seniors and caregivers.

Community Resource Finder is a joint project of the Alzheimer’s Association and AARP.

Medicare questions? The Medicare Plans Patient Resource Center helps people build their understanding of Medicare while navigating the complex system. The SingleCare blog includes an easy-to-read overview titled Senior’s Guide to Medicare.

The Parentgiving website sells top-quality products for aging in place and provides many helpful articles about Alzheimer’s & Dementia. The site also includes a valuable article providing information and resources related to Dependency & Addiction Among Seniors.

RetireGuide provides free information for older adults, including guides to Senior Benefits and Discounts and Medicare.

SeniorGuidance.org was created in 2016 to help people find accurate information about senior living. The site’s blog includes articles on a wide variety of relevant topics.