Reading & Resources
Alzheimer’s Association
800-272-3900 (24/7 Helpline)
www.alz.org
Provides educational materials, support groups, local chapters, and resources for caregivers and those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Alzheimers.gov
www.alzheimers.gov
Explore the Alzheimers.gov website for information and resources on Alzheimer’s and related dementias from across the federal government.
Healthy Aging
https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-aging/index.html
From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this site provides information on keeping your brain healthy as you age.
National Institute of Mental Health
866-615-6464
nimhinfo@nih.gov
www.nimh.nih.gov
Provides information on mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety, which can impact cognitive function.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
800-352-9424
www.ninds.nih.gov
Covers neurological conditions like stroke, head injury, and Parkinson’s disease that may affect memory and brain function.
NIA Alzheimer’s and related Dementias Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center
800-438-4380
adear@nia.nih.gov
www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers
The NIA ADEAR Center offers information and publications for download (PDF) about Alzheimer’s and related dementias for families, caregivers, and health professionals. ADEAR Center staff answer telephone, email, and written requests and make referrals to local and national resources.
Eldercare Locator
800-677-1116
eldercarelocator@USAging.org
https://eldercare.acl.gov
Connects older adults and caregivers to services in their community, including transportation, meal services, and support programs.
Family Caregiver Alliance
www.caregiver.org
Offers practical caregiving tips, legal and financial planning advice, and tools for family caregivers.
McKnight Brain Research Foundation
https://mcknightbrain.org
Supports research and education about age-related cognitive decline and memory preservation.
All URLs accessed on September 22, 2025.
