Dementia Resources
While there are many websites with information about dementia, it can be hard to find ones that are specific to the needs and challenges of people caring for a loved one with dementia. So I offer my hand-picked collection of some of the most valuable online resources for dementia caregivers, the ones I share with my clients.
Resources for Dementia Caregivers
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National Institute on Aging
Support for understanding dementia, behavior education, legal, financial planning.
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UCLA Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Program
Videos to help understand how to care for PWD, home safety, responding to behaviors.
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Family Caregiver Alliance
Resources specific to different types of dementia.
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Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care
Dementia care education providing practical and effective tools for caring for a PWD.
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The DAWN Method
An approach to caring that puts kindness and connection at the forefront of the relationship.
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Dementia Action Alliance
Great resource for the person living with dementia who is in MCI + early stage.
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National Respite Network
Help for locating respite and crisis care services.
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Daughterhood Circles
Community for people caring for a parent with serious illness, including dementia.
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Department of Veterans Affairs
Resources for caregivers of people who served in US armed forces.
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Aging Life Care Association
Locate a geriatric/private case manager.
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Eldercare Locator
Services, support, and information for maintaining independence at home.
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Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving
Site for promoting caregiver well being, focused on education and training.
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National Academy of Elder Law
Elder law locator for older adult legal issues.
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Alzheimer's Association
A comprehensive site for Alzheimer’s and dementia-related needs.
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