Resources for Alzheimer's and Seniors

We hope that these links to popular organizations are helpful to you. If you need further assistance we can help. Call us at (630) 786-6070


Alzheimer’s resources

 The Alzheimer's Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Their mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. For more information on the Association, visit www.alz.org.

• The National Institute on Aging leads the federal government effort conducting and supporting research on aging and the health and well-being of older people. The NIA provides information on age-related cognitive change and neurodegenerative disease specifically at its Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center at www.nia.nih.gov/Alzheimers For more on health and on aging generally, go to www.nia.nih.gov.



Senior resources


• AARP, a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50 and over improve the quality of their lives. www.aarp.org


• The mission of the Administration on Aging is to develop a comprehensive, coordinated and cost-effective system of home and community-based services that help elderly individuals maintain their health and independence in their homes and communities. www.aoa.gov 


 The Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) is the oldest and largest organization in the United States representing those who offer meal services to people in need. www.mowaa.org


 Midwest Geriatric Case Managers is an association of private practitioners whose purpose is the development, advancement and promotion of humane and dignified social, psychological, and health care for the elderly and their families. The association is committed to working towards the highest quality of care for the elderly and their families through education, advocacy, and high standards of practice. www.midwestgcm.org


• The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc. (NAELA) was founded in 1987 as a professional association of attorneys who are dedicated to improving the quality of legal services provided to seniors and people with special needs. www.naela.org/Public 


• The Illinois Department on Aging helps older people live independently in their own homes and communities. www.state.il.us/aging


• The Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) is a free statewide health insurance counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers. www.insurance.illinois.gov/ship


• The US Department of Veteran Affairs provides federal benefits to veterans and their dependents. www.va.gov


• Aging America Resources provides resources and programs to help caregivers develop the knowledge and skills they need to make a difference in the lives of the aging and chronically ill. www.agingusa.com


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