Elder Care Resources
Resources for older adults and the families and caregivers who support them, covering aging at home, Alzheimer's and dementia, cancer and serious illness, and elder care services.
If you are the caregiver supporting an older adult, visit our Caregiver Resources page for support, respite care, mental health resources, and programs that may pay you to provide care.
Visit Caregiver HubA free US government service that connects older adults and caregivers with local services: in-home help, transportation, meal delivery, and more. Search by zip code.
Visit ResourceA free, confidential advocate for residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Ombudsmen help residents and families understand their rights and work to resolve complaints about quality of care, dignity, and safety. Available in every state.
Visit ResourceSome states pay a family member a monthly, tax-free stipend to serve as a live-in caregiver, under names like Adult Foster Care (AFC), Adult Family Living, or Structured Family Caregiving. States offering this include Connecticut, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Rhode Island, and South Dakota. Eligibility is tied to the care recipient's Medicaid status, so income limits apply.
See More Programs Like ThisConnects older adults with local meal delivery programs that bring nutritious meals to the home daily or weekly. Also offers friendly visitor and wellness check-in services.
Visit ResourceA comprehensive NIH guide covering home health care, meal delivery, transportation, emergency alert systems, respite care, adult day care, and professional services.
Visit ResourceFind adult day care centers near you, safe, supportive daytime environments for older adults that also give family caregivers a much-needed break.
Visit ResourceThe leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support, and research. Offers a 24/7 helpline, local support groups, care consultations, and extensive caregiver resources.
Visit ResourceSupport for cancer patients and the families who care for them, including a 24/7 helpline, transportation assistance, lodging near treatment centers, and caregiver guides.
Visit ResourceFree professional support services for anyone affected by cancer: counseling, support groups, educational workshops, and financial assistance.
Visit ResourceSupport for families and caregivers of people living with Parkinson's disease, including a helpline, care guides, and local programs.
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