Resources

AARP Caregiving Resource Center

http://www.aarp.org/home-family/caregiving/

 

African American Network Against Alzheimer’s

A network of individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations to mobilize the energy of African Americans in advocacy efforts that advance our national commitment to ending Alzheimer’s.

www.UsAgainstAlzheimers.org

 

AgeOptions

AgeOptions helps older adults in suburban Cook County connect to information and resources.

http://www.ageoptions.org/

 

Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer’s Association works on a global, national and local level to enhance care and support for all those affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

www.Alz.org

 

Alzheimers.gov

The government’s free information resource about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

www.Alzheimers.gov

Benefits Check Up

Benefits Check Up helps you find the benefits you or your loved one may be missing.

www.BenefitsCheckUp.org

 

Caregiver Action Network

Caregiver Action Network provides education, peer support, and resources for family caregivers.

www.CaregiverActionNetwork.org

 

City of Chicago – Senior Services

The department’s Senior Services Area Agency on Aging administrates a variety programs designed to address the diverse needs and interests of older Chicagoans, from those who are healthy and active, to those who are frail and homebound.

www.CityofChicago.org/Seniors

 

Illinois Department on Aging

The Illinois Department on Aging helps older adults live independently in their own homes and communities.

www.Illinois.gov/Aging

 

Rush University Medical Center Alzheimer’s Disease Center

The Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center also works closely with families to guide them in their decisions about the care of loved ones with dementia, including decisions about care in the home and other living arrangements.

http://www.rush.edu/services/alzheimers-disease-center