Elderly Care: 7 Resources for Alzheimer’s Caregivers to Bookmark in 2022

Elderly Care: More than 41 million adults care for someone over the age of 50.

Almost half of those unpaid caregivers are caring for a parent. And, around 5 million of those caregivers are helping a family member or friend with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. When you’re in this situation, you need a strong support group. Here are seven resources to bookmark in 2022 that help you with your role as a family caregiver to a parent with Alzheimer’s. Elderly Care providers can be a big help with resources as well.

Elderly Care in Noblesville IN: Alzheimer's Resources

Elderly Care in Noblesville IN: Alzheimer’s Resources

ALZConnected (https://www.alzconnected.org/)

ALZConnected is the Alzheimer’s Association’s message board for dementia caregivers and patients. The forums for caregivers provide support and encouragement from others in your situation. It’s a good place to vent, ask questions, or learn more about things you can do to make caregiving that little bit easier.

Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (https://alzfdn.org/)

If you’re looking for classes you can take online to learn how to be a better Alzheimer’s caregiver, this organization can help. You’ll also want to frequent the AFA Teal Room, a virtual meeting place for fun activities.

Brain & Life (https://www.brainandlife.org/)

Brain & Life is a printed magazine you can have mailed to your home without charge. It focuses on all dementias and brain diseases. You’ll learn tips on caring for others with cognitive impairment, current medical advancements from neurologists, or read stories from patients.

Family Caregiver Alliance (https://www.caregiver.org/connecting-caregivers/services-by-state)

Family Caregiver Alliance is an excellent resource to rely on when it comes to finding local support groups, classes, legal help, and dementia and caregiving events. Search for information in your state by choosing your area from the dropdown menu.

National Institute on Aging (https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers/caregiving)

The NIH has a dedicated page for Alzheimer’s that offers tips on caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s. It also has resources for caregivers who need help understanding how to help their parents with legal or financial matters.

Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/Alzheimers/)

Reddit’s Alzheimer’s group is filled with people who are happy to share their stories, answer questions, and simply listen while you vent your fears and frustrations. The r/Alzheimer’s subreddit was created in 2009 and has thousands of members to support you.

Rely on a Local Home Care Agency for Breaks

Don’t be embarrassed to reach out to others to help you. Before you feel burned out or overwhelmed, call a home care agency and ask about personal care at home. Put that agency’s number in your speed-dial!

Your parents get required care services, and you get to take the breaks you need. A personal care at home expert can help you get started.

 

If you or an aging loved-one are considering  Elderly Care in Noblesville, IN, please call the caring staff at Home Services Unlimited. Serving Greater Indianapolis Area. Call for Immediate Info & Assistance: (317) 471-0760

 

Sources:

https://www.aarp.org/

Etelka Froymovich, RN, MHA
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