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This article discusses eight strategies for managing stress related to caregiving. Caregiving stress is real and something that you must manage.

Stress can cause health issues and I speak from recent experience, after a night’s stay in the hospital last week, I am more interested than ever in tips to manage and reduce stress. We all have and need useful tips to deal with caregiver stress. These are just a few. Please leave your tips for caregivers under comments.

Get inspired by these tips and read the full story here.

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Marietta, Georgia (PR) August 14, 2008 – YourPropertyToday.com encourages you to remember to request your medical records from your physician’s office when moving. Medical records are something that few people think about when moving, but are a really important set of records to keep track of.

There’s a lot of information to remember, and in many ways, keeping track of your medical history is just as much work as going through all of the packing, moving and unpacking which is why we are advocates of the MedicMinder.

The MedicMinder is a single source record-keeping system for medical and drug history and family history, including contact numbers for doctors, pharmacies, insurance companies, and more.

While most health care will occur in the physicians’ office, treatment also occurs in the emergency room or medical clinics. When services are provided anywhere other than the physicians’ office, the health records may not be available to the treating physician. It can be distressing to realize the records needed are at your previous doctor’s office, perhaps thousands of miles away, because of the recent move. When using the MedicMinder to keep track of all your health records you’ll have all the information any physician needs easily available.

You could have your physician mail the documents. Many times, the shipping of medical records is not a high priority in a doctor’s office and it could take a month or two for your new doctors to receive them. Are you willing to take the risk?

The MedicMinder has thought of everything so that you don’t have to in your time of stress. It provides peace of mind for you or a caregiver – the knowledge that all pertinent medical and drug history is documented in one comprehensive, easy to use system. No second-guessing in an emergency – reach for the MedicMinder and you will be assured that vital and accurate information is at your fingertips.

The MedicMinder is a single source record-keeping system for medical and drug history, treatment record, including important contact numbers, for doctors, pharmacies, insurance companies, and more.

About the MedicMinder
Simply stated, the MedicMinder is “Trusted by Caring Families.”

Diane Carter, PR Contact, media (a) themedicminder.com, http://www.themedicminder.com, Post Office Box 333, Marietta, Georgia 30061, 770-499-0127

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Marietta, Georgia (PR) August 12, 2008 – CNN recently posted a reported on their web site about the importance of making sure that your health care provider knows all of the medicines and supplements you are using.

Did you know that you should keep a record of all your medicines (prescription, nonprescription, natural remedies, and vitamins)? Do you know why you take the medication you take, in what form you take it (pill, liquid, shot…), the color and shape, the dosage, any special instructions regarding the medication given to you by the subscribing physician and what time a day (am, pm) you take it? Don’t forget the medications you put in your eyes or ears or even on your skin. Even if the medication is “as needed” or “on occasion” your physicians need to have a complete picture of your health care.

This information is very important when your provider prescribes a new medicine or in an emergency. You may end up taking too many medicines. While some medicines change the way other medicines work.

The MedicMinder keeps a comprehensive list of all drugs and medical history in a single source system, including contact numbers for doctors, pharmacies, insurance companies, and more. By using the MedicMinder you’ll always be prepared. You’ll be able to tell each health care provider about the drug or food allergies you have in detail. And you will be able to alerting them to any other medical treatments you may be receiving.

In an emergency, time is of the essence. Seconds can mean the difference between life and death. Most of us can’t rely on our memory in times of great stress. Are you willing to take the risk?

The MedicMinder provides peace of mind for you and or your caregiver – the knowledge that all pertinent medical and drug history is documented in one comprehensive, easy to use system. No second-guessing in an emergency – reach for the MedicMinder and you will be assured that vital and accurate information is at your fingertips.

About The MedicMinder
Simply stated, the MedicMinder is “Trusted by Caring Families.”

Diane Carter, PR Contact, http://www.themedicminder.com, Post Office Box 333, Marietta, Georgia 30061, 770-499-0127

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Marietta, Georgia (PR) August 8, 2008 – CNN reports that Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman was in serious condition but “good spirits” Monday, August 4th at a Tennessee hospital after a car wreck near his home in northern Mississippi.

Freeman’s 1997 Nissan Maxima was heading eastbound on Mississippi Highway 32 when the car went off the road overturning several times before coming to a stop. Once emergency crews removed Freeman, he was airlifted from the accident scene to the Regional Medical Center at Memphis.

Traffic accidents like the one Freeman experienced often cause more than physical injuries they can also cause emotional and mental trauma. Any accident can leave the most levelheaded motorists shocked, stunned and shaken. Most of us can’t rely on our memory in times of great stress and there is no reason you should take the risk.

The MedicMinder has thought of everything so that you don’t have too in your time of stress. It provides peace of mind for you or your caregiver – the knowledge that all pertinent medical and drug history is documented in one comprehensive, easy to use system. No second-guessing in an emergency – reach for the MedicMinder and you will be assured that vital and accurate information is at your fingertips.

The MedicMinder is a single source record-keeping system for medical and drug history, treatment record, including important contact numbers, for doctors, pharmacies, insurance companies, and more.

Freeman is currently appearing in the action film “Wanted” and in the Batman film “The Dark Knight.” The accident left the star with a broken arm, elbow and minor shoulder damage. He has under gone surgery and is recovering.

About The MedicMinder
Simply stated, the MedicMinder is “Trusted by Caring Families.”

Diane Carter, PR Contact, http://www.themedicminder.com, Post Office Box 333, Marietta, Georgia 30061, 770-499-0127

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Marietta, Georgia (PR) August 8, 2008 – CNN reports that Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman was in serious condition but “good spirits” Monday, August 4th at a Tennessee hospital after a car wreck near his home in northern Mississippi.

Freeman’s 1997 Nissan Maxima was heading eastbound on Mississippi Highway 32 when the car went off the road overturning several times before coming to a stop. Once emergency crews removed Freeman, he was airlifted from the accident scene to the Regional Medical Center at Memphis.

Traffic accidents like the one Freeman experienced often cause more than physical injuries they can also cause emotional and mental trauma. Any accident can leave the most levelheaded motorists shocked, stunned and shaken. Most of us can’t rely on our memory in times of great stress and there is no reason you should take the risk.

The MedicMinder has thought of everything so that you don’t have too in your time of stress. It provides peace of mind for you or your caregiver – the knowledge that all pertinent medical and drug history is documented in one comprehensive, easy to use system. No second-guessing in an emergency – reach for the MedicMinder and you will be assured that vital and accurate information is at your fingertips.

The MedicMinder is a single source record-keeping system for medical and drug history, treatment record, including important contact numbers, for doctors, pharmacies, insurance companies, and more.

Freeman is currently appearing in the action film “Wanted” and in the Batman film “The Dark Knight.” The accident left the star with a broken arm, elbow and minor shoulder damage. He has under gone surgery and is recovering.

About The MedicMinder
Simply stated, the MedicMinder is “Trusted by Caring Families.”

Diane Carter, PR Contact, http://www.themedicminder.com, Post Office Box 333, Marietta, Georgia 30061, 770-499-0127

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Promotional Material
August 5, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

Our promotional material will arrive this week.
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Internet Radio Show
August 5, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

We have been invited to be interviewed on an Internet radio show. We’ll keep you post on when and where you can tune in.
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Next Product Offering
August 5, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

We are already growing! We have several new products already in the R&D stage and one close to launch.

The buzz from the caregiving arena is exciting.
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MedicMinder Recognizes Caregiver Needs
August 4, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

Marietta, Georgia (PR) August 4, 2008 – The MedicMinder recognizes and supports the work of caregiver across the country. Caregivers are individuals who are giving assistance to family, friends or neighbors due to ill health, chronic conditions and disabilities that are all at a historic level and growing rapidly with an aging population.

The MedicMinder provides peace of mind for all caregivers – the knowledge that all pertinent medical and drug history is documented in one comprehensive, easy to use system. No second-guessing in an emergency – reach for the MedicMinder and be assured that vital and accurate medical and drug information is in reach.

The MedicMinder is a single source record-keeping system for medical and drug history, including contact numbers for doctors, pharmacies, insurance companies, and more.

Marietta, Georgia, like all communities nationwide, is an active caregiving community of family and friends who are scheduling doctors appointments, balancing medications, providing transportation, managing finances, dressing, bathing among other activities.

“50 million family caregivers – family and friends — provide an estimated $306 billion in annual value to the economy,” states the National Alliance of Caregiving.” People in our local community give thousands of hours of their time, their emotional support and kindness to their family, friends and neighbors who need it the most.

About The MedicMinder
We’ve created a proactive approach that emphasizes quick and easy access to medical and drug history. Reducing stress. Simply stated: The MedicMinder is Trusted by Caring Families

Diane Carter, PR Contact, trust@themedicminder.com, www.themedicminder.com, Post Office Box 333, Marietta, Georgia 30061, 770-499-0127
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Important Health Care Resources
July 31, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

Find important home health care resources ranging from general health care to government at themedicminder.com
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Several Medical Practices Discuss Co-Branding
July 28, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

MedicMinder and a several groups of independent medical practices are in discussions about co-branding opportunities placing the MedicMinder in the hands of their patients to facilitate and deliver better care to patients.
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IRS Publication 502 and Your Taxes
July 21, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

When itemizing your taxes this year, it would be worth asking your accountant if the MedicMinder could be considered a deduction under the IRS Publication 502 under “supplies”.
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Promotional Materials
July 18, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

The promotional materials are prepped and ready to be sent to the printer.
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Business Plan
July 16, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

We are meeting with consultants on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 to review and tweak our business plan.
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Marketing and Promotional Material
July 16, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

We are working on two promotional pieces both 4/4. These materials will be used in brick-and-mortar locations as take-aways.
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PR Kit
July 15, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

We are developing a press kit for the media regarding the MedicMinder. Once complete you will be able to download it from the site. It will contain printable photo’s, FAQ, 300 DIP logo, Q&A, Contact information, Company history, Leadership Bio’s, Fact sheet and Screen shots of the company blog.
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IRS Publication 502
July 14, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

Today we’re researching to see if it is possible to use the MedicMinder as a medical tax deduction when filing your taxes.
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Sam101.com Introduces The MedicMinder Journal on July 10, 2008
July 14, 2008 by DIANE CARTER
Sam101, a renowned branding and digital publishing company based in Atlanta, GA, which launched in 2002, announced today the release of the MedicMinder Journal.

Metro Atlanta, Georgia (PRWEB) July 10, 2008 — The MedicMinder was created from the personal need to care for aging and ill parents. The stress of trying to keep their medical appointments straight, document their medical history, and constant struggle to remember what medications which one was taking and when, caused great anxiety.

The public is invited to review The MedicMinder Journal at the Companies web blog at www.themedicminder.com and encouraged to sign the guestbook with your comments.

About The MedicMinder
The MedicMinder is an outstanding organizational and record-keeping system for caregivers to quickly access and share medical and drug history, including contact numbers for family and doctors.

We’ve created a proactive approach that emphasizes quick and easy access to medical and drug history. Reducing stress.

Simply stated: The MedicMinder is Trusted by Caring Families

About Sam101.com
Diane Carter is the founder of Sam101.com, a renowned graphic design studio located in Metro Atlanta, Georgia. With more than twenty-seven years of experience, she has spent 19 years of her career as an entrepreneur in sales, advertising, marketing and branding.

Diane Carter, PR Contact
www.sam101.com
PO Box 333
Marietta, GA 30061
770-499-0127

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The Donny Deutsch Show
July 14, 2008 by DIANE CARTER

On Monday, July 7, 2008 we have applied to be on The Big Idea, hosted by Donny Deutsch on CNBC weeknights at 10p / 1a ET.

If you haven’t watched the show and your an entrepreneur – watch it!

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MedicMinder Recognizes Caregiver Needs

Marietta, Georgia (PR) August 4, 2008 – The MedicMinder recognizes and supports the work of caregiver across the country. Caregivers are individuals who are giving assistance to family, friends or neighbors due to ill health, chronic conditions and disabilities that are all at a historic level and growing rapidly with an aging population.

The MedicMinder provides peace of mind for all caregivers – the knowledge that all pertinent medical and drug history is documented in one comprehensive, easy to use system. No second-guessing in an emergency – reach for the MedicMinder and be assured that vital and accurate medical and drug information is in reach.

The MedicMinder is a single source record-keeping system for medical and drug history, including contact numbers for doctors, pharmacies, insurance companies, and more.

Marietta, Georgia, like all communities nationwide, is an active caregiving community of family and friends who are scheduling doctors appointments, balancing medications, providing transportation, managing finances, dressing, bathing among other activities.

“50 million family caregivers – family and friends — provide an estimated $306 billion in annual value to the economy,” states the National Alliance of Caregiving.” People in our local community give thousands of hours of their time, their emotional support and kindness to their family, friends and neighbors who need it the most.

About The MedicMinder
We’ve created a proactive approach that emphasizes quick and easy access to medical and drug history. Reducing stress. Simply stated: The MedicMinder is Trusted by Caring Families

Diane Carter, PR Contact, trust@themedicminder.com, http://www.themedicminder.com, Post Office Box 333, Marietta, Georgia 30061, 770-499-0127

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Selected book excerpts

By: Hugh Delehanty and Elinor Ginzler | Source: AARP The Magazine

Caring for our parents as they age is a job most of us shoulder willingly, yet with warring emotions. Despite our desire to repay the love they showed in raising us, the shifting dynamic of the parent-child relationship can spark feelings for which we are unprepared. For both generations, this is a complex passage—a time of burden and reward, of conflict and reconciliation, of frustration, fulfillment, and finality.

Fortunately, there’s a practical roadmap through that complex emotional terrain. Drawing on AARP’s wellspring of expertise, “Caring for Your Parents” lays out proven methods for helping your aging parents live their lives to the fullest.

Step by step, co-authors and AARP experts, Hugh Delehanty and Elinor Ginzler, guide readers along an innovative and resourceful path to caregiving—a path that deepens the intergenerational bond, transforming an undeniable duty into a journey of spiritual growth and personal discovery. If you, too, are one of the 30 million Americans engaged in providing care to an older parent, relative, or friend, “Caring for Your Parents” is for you—and for your family.

Now What

As he neared the end his life,  the American novelist William Saroyan quipped, “Everybody has got to die, but I always believed an exception would be made in my case. Now what?” Saroyan was being lighthearted, but his question—Now what?—could also sum up the purpose of this book.

The journey through the late years is likely to bring moments of uncertainty and even bafflement, not just for those making the passage but also for the caregivers helping them down the mysterious road. The specifics may vary, but every adult child taking care of an aging parent faces some version of Saroyan’s question. What is coming next? How should I get ready for it? How do I cope? Along the way many difficulties will arise. Caregiving can tear you apart. After all, this is your mother or your father. And you are their child.

I think of my friend Rosemary. She spent much of her adult life trying to free herself from her mother, Arlene, a tough-minded, fiercely independent woman who raised five children on her own after her husband died in a plane crash. Then, one night when Rosemary was in her 40s, Arlene packed a suitcase and wandered away from her house in Brooklyn, hallucinating about a helicopter on her roof and men under her bed. She was later diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer’s, and Rosemary, who is a gerontologist, volunteered to become Arlene’s primary caregiver.

It has been a wrenching experience. Rosemary moved Arlene to an assisted-living facility a few blocks from her apartment in Manhattan and tried desperately to communicate with her. At times Arlene would start screaming and lash out at her for no discernible reason. But, with the help of an Alzheimer’s support group and a lot of persistence, Rosemary slowly learned new ways to interact with her mother, and their dynamic changed.

“When you are a caregiver, a lot of what you do goes unrecognized,” Rosemary says. “Then there are times when the eternal mother-daughter roles dissolve. She’s softened and I’ve softened. She’s become the loving mother I’ve always wanted, and I’ve become the loving daughter I always wanted to be.” (pp. 8-9)

The Pre-Talk Talk

Before initiating The Conversation, you’ll need to make two kinds of evaluations: one about the relationship dynamics in your family and the other about how you parents are handling the routines of daily life. On the first score, take some quiet time to think about your lifelong relationships with your parents and siblings and how those can help shape your choices going forward.

Consider not only how things have been in recent years but also how they were when you were a child. The dynamics of how all the members of your family interacted back then may bubble to the surface again now. Were you “Daddy’s girl”? That may be something you can appeal to as you open discussions with your father about what the future holds. Are you the eldest? Your parents—or your siblings—may look to you to carry the weight of a difficult situation. You may feel comfortable doing so, but consider whether it might be better in the long run for others to shoulder more of the load.

You and your siblings will need to pull together in coming years; if a foundation for cooperation doesn’t exist already, it’s crucial to establish one now. Indeed, there may be liabilities in your relationship with your parents that will make it difficult for them to hear what you have to say; in that case, it might be more productive for a brother or a sister—perhaps even a close family friend—to initiate the discussion. If it seems likely that tensions will run high, it can also help to have a neutral third-party present, such as a counselor or clergy member. (pg. 17)

‘Everything Has an Air of Strangeness’

In many ways, learning the reason for a parent’s strange behavior can help. “Once we knew the diagnosis,” Susan says, “it was easier to support him. Instead of making light of his memory lapses, we could validate what was going on for him. He would often come to me and say, ‘Susan, I think there’s something wrong with my brain. Everything has an air of strangeness around it.’ I was stunned at how clearly that describes the state of mind.”

Loath to distress their parent, many families struggle with the decision of whether or not to inform the parent of his or her own diagnosis. At one point, Susan thought it might help her father to know; she says, “I got a film to show him, then tried to prep him for it by asking if he had ever heard of Alzheimer’s.

“He said, ‘Yes, that’s one of the dementias, isn’t it?’
“I said, ‘Yes, it affects your memory.’
“He said, ‘Well, at least I don’t have that problem.’

“So I decided not to show him the film, and we don’t use the term ‘Alzheimer’s’ around him.” However, when a parent realizes they are declining, it is a good idea to explain that they have a disease—and that you will be working with their doctor to arrange the best care possible for them. (pp. 112)

The Art of Self-Preservation

As the following stories reveal, everyone finds their own way to relieve the stress of caring or their parents. Look for methods that work for you.

Isabel (60): The best thing is when another family member takes my mother out of the house for a meal, and to visit their family. It breaks up whatever tension may have developed in our house. People get cranky if they don’t leave the house occasionally. It’s the best possible thing for my mother—and for us. It gets her out into the world. And it give us the chance to relax in our own home—to talk openly and to have uninterrupted quiet and privacy.

Hannah (58): My parents are in a retirement home, where my 90-year-old father is caring for my mother, who has Alzheimer’s. I go over there every day. For my own sanity, I go and get a massage every two weeks. I also make sure I go out with friends every couple of weeks. And I’ve hired someone to come in for an hour or two a couple of times a week so my dad can have some time for himself as well. (p. 161)

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As a caregiver, you are not alone. In 1995, there were 33 million Americans over the age of 65. In 2020, there will be almost 70 million, doubling in less than 25 years. Over 23 percent of all US households contain at least one caregiver.

This translates into an estimated 22,411,200 caregiving households nationwide. The average caregiver is 46 years old. Seven in 10 caregivers (73 percent) are female. Only 5.5 percent of the over-65 population resides in nursing homes.

The list we have compiled give you quick access to helpful information on the Internet for caregivers; this is in no way an exhaustive list. All of the Web sites that have been selected are easy to access and use, provide quality information, and provide links to additional resources.

Federal and State Benefits

Department of Veterans Affairs
www.va.gov

This government-agency Web site includes information on veterans’ benefits ranging from health care to home loan guarantee services.

Social Security Online
www.ssa.gov

This government-agency Web site provides information on retirement and disability benefits. Users can also sign up for Social Security through this site. The site also contains reports to Congress, statistics, legislation affecting Social Security, and a number of other documents produced by the Social Security Administration. A Spanish version of the site is also available.

Medicare Part D

BenefitsCheckup
www.benefitscheckup.org

A comprehensive online service to screen for federal, state and some local private and public benefits for older adults (ages 55 and over). It contains over 1,350 different programs from all fifty states (including the District of Columbia). On average there are 50 to 70 programs available to individuals per state.

Family Caregiver Alliance
www.caregiver.org

This website provides information on publicly-funded caregiver support programs in each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia. You will find information on programs funded through the National Family Caregiver Support Program, Aged/Disabled Medicaid waivers, and state-funded programs that either have a caregiver-specific focus, or include a family caregiving component in their service package.

Medicare Part D Information

As you may know in November 2005 the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) began enrolling seniors and the disabled in a new program called Medicare Part D designed to provide prescription drug coverage for Medicare Beneficiaries. The initial enrollment period ended in May 2006, but every year there will be an open enrollment period from November to December.

The research shows that family caregivers have played a special role in helping their loved ones choose a Medicare Part D plan. If you are currently looking for information on the Part D benefit, the following Web sites can help.

Great Medicare Informational Web Sites:

Medicare/Medicaid Links

CMS–Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (formerly HCFA)
www.cms.hhs.gov

This government-agency Web site provides information about Medicare and Medicaid programs, access to consumer publications and forms, e-mail access to customer service, and local contacts. On the CMS Web site, there are two publications that deal specifically with caregiving.

They are:

Medicare Basics: A Guide for Caregivers (PDF file – 868 KB at Medicare.gov)
This publication leads the caregiver through the eight key “decision points” that relate to the health or overall well-being of an older person. For each of these “decision points,” basic information about Medicare is provided along with suggestions on how to find more detailed information.

Medicare
www.Medicare.gov

This is the official U.S. government site for information on Medicare. At this site, consumers can search for information on health plans, nursing homes, dialysis facilities, Medigap policies, Medicare activities, participating physicians and prescription drug assistance programs in their area. The site also provides information on Medicare basics such as eligibility, enrollment, Medicare cards and replacement card ordering.

Senior Sites
www.seniorsites.com

This site provides a listing of nonprofit senior housing, assisted living facilities, and retirement communities that are members of the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging. Housing options and levels of care are described, and the directory for over 5,000 communities is searchable by state and county.

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AARP
Non-profit organization addressing the needs of people 50 and older.
888-OUR-AARP
www.aarp.org

Administration on Aging
National and regional resources including the Eldercare Locator, a database of local agencies.
202-401-4634
www.aoa.gov

Alzheimer’s Association
End-to-end support for caregivers to Alzheimer’s patients.
800-272-3900
www.alz.org

American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging
Offers a continuum of eldercare services through a membership of 5700 organizations.
202-783-2242
www.aahsa.org

ARCH National Respite Network
Provides information and a national respite locater for caregivers.
919-490-5577
www.archrespite.org

Children of Aging Parents
A non-profit organization dedicated to assisting the 34 million people who are caring for an elderly person. The website provides links to support groups, a newsletter and more.
www.caps4caregivers.org

Faith In Action
Interfaith caregiving program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
877-324-8411
www.fiavolunteers.org

Family Caregiver Alliance
Information, education, research and advocacy for caregivers.
800-445-8106
www.caregiver.org

Hospice Foundation of America
Assistance with coping with terminal care and grief.
800-854-8402
www.hospicefoundation.org

Lotsa Helping Hands
Create a network of volunteers and organize help for caregivers in a community.
508-337-6338
www.lotsahelpinghands.com

Medicarerights.org
Non-profit organization for assistance with Medicare issues.
212-869-3850
www.medicarerights.org

National Adult Day Services Association
Focuses on health, therapeutic and social services for the elderly.
800-558-5301
www.nadsa.org

National Alliance for Caregiving
Nation support for caregivers with emphasis on political action.
301-718-8444
www.caregiving.org

National Association for Senior Move Managers
Dedicated to helping caregivers deal with the emotional and physical issues of moves for the elderly.
877-606-2766
www.nasmm.com

National Council on Aging
Network of 14,000 organizations including senior centers, adult day care, senior housing, employment consumer groups and faith based services. Site includes benefitscheckup.org, a site that guides seniors on eligibility for state and federal programs.
202-479-1200
www.ncoa.org

National Family Caregiver’s Association (NFCA)
Providing education, resources, support and community to family caregivers across the life span.
800-896-3650
www.thefamilycaregiver.org

National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
National consumer initiative to improve the end of life, supported by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
800-658-8898
www.caringinfo.org

Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving
Works to provide quality long term care and recognition of the issues in caregiving.
229-928-1234
www.rosalynncarter.org

Social Security Online
Official site of U.S. Social Security Administration. Forms, tools and helpline information.
800-772-1213
www.ssa.gov

Well Spouse Association
Provides support for wives, husbands and partners of the chronically ill or disabled.
800-838-0879
www.wellspouse.org

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