Resources for Caregivers, Professionals & Families

A curated directory of trusted organizations, support networks, and educational materials for those supporting individuals with cognitive and neurological conditions.

For Caregivers

• Alzheimer's Association — alz.org — The leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support, and research. Includes a 24/7 helpline.
• Alzheimer's Foundation of America — alzfdn.org — Provides care, support, and education for individuals with Alzheimer's and related dementias.
• Dementia Society of America — dementiasociety.org — Free dementia education, caregiver resources, and an online community.
• National Down Syndrome Society — ndss.org — Advocacy, resources, and community support for individuals with Down syndrome.
• The Arc — thearc.org — The nation's largest community-based organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Parkinson's Foundation — parkinson.org — Resources, expert care, and a helpline for people living with Parkinson's disease.
• Brain Injury Association of America — biausa.org — Advocacy, education, and support for traumatic brain injury.
• National Alliance for Caregiving — caregiving.org — Research, programs, and policy advocacy for family caregivers.
• AARP Caregiver Resource Center — aarp.org/caregiving — Practical tools, guides, and a helpline for family caregivers.
• Caregiver Action Network — caregiveraction.org — Improving the quality of life for 90+ million family caregivers in the U.S.
• National Institute on Aging — nia.nih.gov — Evidence-based health information for older adults, families, and care professionals.

For Professionals

• National Activity Professionals Association (NAPA) — napanet.net — The leading professional organization for activity directors in long-term care.
• American Therapeutic Recreation Association — atra-online.com — Supports recreational therapy professionals with standards and evidence-based practice resources.
• American Health Care Association — ahcancal.org — Resources and advocacy for long-term and post-acute care providers.
• American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities — aaidd.org — Promotes progressive policies and research for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation — alzinfo.org — Funds Alzheimer's research and provides plain-language explanations of the latest science.
• Centers for Disease Control – Healthy Aging — cdc.gov/aging — Public health data and resources focused on promoting healthy aging.
• Autism Society of America — autismsociety.org — Education, advocacy, and support for individuals on the autism spectrum across all ages.
• Benefits.gov — benefits.gov — Official U.S. government portal to find federal benefits programs for caregivers, seniors, and individuals with disabilities.
• SAMHSA Grants & Funding — samhsa.gov/grants — Federal grant opportunities for community care programs.
• Administration for Community Living – Grant Programs — acl.gov/grants — Federal grants supporting older adults and people with disabilities.

For Families

• Family Caregiver Alliance — caregiver.org — Practical resources, support groups, and counseling for family caregivers.
• The Caregiver's Voice — thecaregiversvoice.com — Peer support community and educational resources for family caregivers.
• CaringBridge — caringbridge.org — Free platform for families to create a personal journal and keep loved ones updated.
• Well Spouse Association — wellspouse.org — Support network for spouses and partners of people with chronic illness or disabilities.
• Eldercare Locator — eldercare.acl.gov — Connects older adults and caregivers to local support services.
• National Council on Aging – BenefitsCheckUp — benefitscheckup.org — Free tool to find benefits programs for older adults.
• Alzheimer's Association – Financial & Legal Planning — alz.org/help-support/caregiving/financial-legal-planning — Guidance on financial planning and legal resources for dementia caregivers.
• Robert Wood Johnson Foundation — rwjf.org — Major philanthropy funding programs to improve health equity and support vulnerable populations.

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