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Administration on Aging In addition to information on aging and Alzheimer's disease, this agency provides Eldercare Locator, a nationwide service to help older adults and their caregivers find local services. Eldercare Locator can also be accessed by phone. AgeNet Eldercare Network Information and referral network about products and services important to older adults and their families. Alzheimer Europe Dedicated to raising awareness about all forms of dementia through coordination of European Alzheimer's disease organizations. Alzheimer Society of Canada A nationwide network of services to help Canadians affected by Alzheimer 's disease. Alzheimer Society offices can be located by province. Alzheimer's Association The Alzheimer's Association, a national network of chapters, provides education and support for people diagnosed with the condition, their families and caregivers. Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center ADEAR, a service of the National Institute on Aging, provides information about Alzheimer's disease, current treatments and the latest research findings. Alzheimer's Disease International ADI is the umbrella organization of Alzheimer associations around the world, which offer support & information to those with dementia & their caregivers. American Academy of Neurology Provides medical specialists with practice guidelines for the detection, diagnosis and management of neurological diseases. American Assoc of Homes & Services for the Aging Organization committed to advancing the vision of healthy, affordable, ethical long-term care for America. Online database to locate local services. American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry National association dedicated to promoting the mental health and well being of older people. Offers an online referral service providing names of Board Certified Geriatric Psychiatrists. American Association of Retired Persons AARP is a nonprofit membership organization for people 50 and over. In addition to general resources for the elderly, there are publications on Alzheimer's disease. American Geriatrics Society Healthcare provider organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all older adults. American Health Assistance Foundation This not-for-profit organization funds research on age-related disease and provides information and resources to patients and caregivers on ways to cope with age-related disease, especially Alzheimer's disease. American Psychiatric Association American Psychiatric Association is a medical specialty society with over 40,500 U.S. and international physician members. Free publications on mental disorders and their treatment are available online. American Psychological Association In addition to a variety of information for the general public and for professionals, there is a search feature to find psychologists. American Society on Aging Nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the knowledge and skills of those working with older adults and their families. Aricept (donepezil) In addition to information on Alzheimer's disease and Aricept, you may sign-up to receive additional free resource materials. Assisted Living Federation of America Represents assisted living and retirement community providers. Online service to locate assisted living residences. CareGuide Provides information and referrals for caregivers of older people. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Serves patients, caregivers and professionals in obtaining and understanding Medicare/Medicaid benefits. There's a locator for state organizations. Children of Aging Parents Assists caregivers of the elderly with information, referrals and support with the purpose of ensuring quality care for the elderly. Cognitive Neurology & Alzheimer's Disease Center Provides information for caregivers, healthcare providers, investigators and patients. Maintains a patient clinical registry for researchers. Eldercare Locator Nationwide service with information specialists to help locate local services. Part of this service is also available online. ElderWeb Resource site for professionals and family members looking for information on eldercare and long term care. Regional resource listings and free email newsletter. Exelon (rivastigmine) Information on Alzheimer's disease and on Exelon is provided. Family Caregiver Alliance Serves California's Caregiver Resource Centers and operates a National Center providing education, services, research & advocacy. Madison Institute of Medicine, Inc Madison Institute of Medicine has comprehensive collections of literature on specific mental health topics: lithium, bipolar disorder treatment and obsessive compulsive disorder. It also publishes patient guides on these and other mental health topics. Namenda (memantine) Information is provided on Namenda and on Alzheimer's disease. National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys A resource of information, education, networking and assistance to lawyers involved with legal services to the elderly and disabled. Online directory of elder law attorneys can be searched by state. National Association for Home Care Provides a comprehensive database of more than 22,500 home care and hospice agencies. National Council on the Aging Provides a Benefits CheckUp service to help locate programs for seniors that may pay for prescription drugs, health care, utilities and other essential items or services. National Family Caregivers Association This organization supports family caregivers through education, public awareness and advocacy, striving to improve a caregiver's quality of life. National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization Representing hospice programs in the U.S., this site provides links to state hospice programs and listings of programs by county and city. National Inst of Neurological Disorders & Stroke Conducts and coordinates research on neurological disorders and stroke. Provides current information about clinical research studies. National Institute of Mental Health National Institute of Mental Health works to diminish the burden of mental illness through research. Free publications may be ordered online. National Institute on Aging Primary federal agency on Alzheimer's disease research. NIA mission is to improve health of older Americans through research. National Library of Medicine National Library of Medicine provides online health information and library services. Free access and online searching of the world's largest medical library, MEDLINE-PubMed, is available on this site. National Stroke Association Provides information about stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and rehabilitation to the public. NSA offers referrals to support groups, care centers and local resources. Partnership for Caring Nonprofit organization operating a hotline dealing with end-of-life issues and providing living wills and other materials. Razadyne ER (galantamine-extended release) Information on Alzheimer's disease and on Razadyne is provided. Social Security Administration Online you can appy for social security benefits, locate local offices and find answers to questions on benefits. Well Spouse Foundation Not-for-profit organization which gives support to wives, husbands, and partners of the chronically ill and/or disabled. |
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