Alzheimer's Support

It is not easy taking care of an Alzheimer's patient. So we have added this page to help you find support. The agencies below can help you locate services in your area.

Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center
P.O. Box 8250
Silver Spring, MD 20907-8250
1-800-438-4380
www.alzheimers.org
This service of the NIA is funded by the Federal Government. It offers information and publications on diagnosis, treatment, patient care, caregiver needs, long-term care, education and training, and research related to AD. Staff answer telephone, e-mail, and written requests and make referrals to local and national resources.

Alzheimer’s Association
225 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60611-7633
1-800-272-3900
www.alz.org
This nonprofit association supports families and caregivers of patients with AD. Chapters nationwide provide referrals to local resources and services, and sponsor support groups and educational programs. The Association also funds research.

Eldercare Locator
800-677-1116
www.eldercare.gov
This service of the Administration on Aging is funded by the Federal Government. It offers information about and referrals to respite care and other home and community services offered by State and Area Agencies on Aging.