1. AARP Caregiving Resource Center
- Website: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving
- Guides on caregiving basics, legal issues, finances, and balancing work and caregiving.
- Includes articles, checklists, videos, and community forums.
2. Family Caregiver Alliance
- Website: https://www.caregiver.org
- Offers education, research, and support for family caregivers.
- Provides state-by-state resources and a care-navigation tool called CareNav.
3. Caregiver Action Network
- Website: https://www.caregiveraction.org
- National organization focused on supporting family caregivers.
- Provides toolkits, peer support, and education on caregiving issues.
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resources
4. Alzheimer’s Association
- Website: https://www.alz.org
- 24/7 dementia helpline: 800-272-3900
- Local support groups and caregiver training programs.
5. Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
- Website: https://alzfdn.org
- Helpline staffed by dementia-trained social workers
- Free caregiver webinars and support groups.
Finding Local Support
6. Eldercare Locator (U.S. Administration on Aging)
- Website: https://eldercare.acl.gov
- Helps find local services like:
- Meals
- transportation
- caregiver support programs
- home care
- respite services
7. Community Resource Finder
8. The May Clinic Health System
Journey to Wellness Care for the Caregiver
Emotional Support & Caregiver Community
9. ALZConnected (Alzheimer’s community forum)
- Online community for caregivers and families affected by dementia.
10. AARP Caregiving Community
- Online forums where caregivers ask questions and share advice.
Legal & End-of-Life Planning Resources
11. CaringInfo (National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization)
- Free advance directive forms for every state
- Hospice and palliative care education
12. Aging With Dignity
- Creator of the Five Wishes advance directive document.
Financial & Practical Help
13. AARP Paid4Care Hub
- Helps caregivers learn if they can receive compensation for caregiving in their state.