Children of Aging Parents is a nonprofit, charitable organization whose mission is to assist the nation's nearly 54 million caregivers of the elderly or chronically ill with reliable information, referrals and support.
Caregiver Support and Resources
Elder Web
Website:
http://www.elderweb.com This website provides information about various techniques and technology in the support of caregivers and helping the elderly, especially with Alzheimers.
Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program
Phone:
(800)803-7174 Speak to a Medicaid/Medicare Educator for free to check for proper supplemental insurance for individual medical and pharmacy needs.
Michigan Department of the Attorney General
Phone:
( 517)373-1110 This is where to report any abuse pertaining to caregivers in the state of Michigan.
National Council on Aging
Phone:
(202)479-1200
Website:
http://www.ncoa.org The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is a nonprofit service and advocacy organization headquartered in Washington, DC. Their mission is to improve the lives of older Americans. The NCOA helps seniors find jobs and benefits for the purpose of them to live independently as much as possible while also being care for properly. Their website provides a newsletter in both email and mail format which gives information about state and federal programs that might benefit seniors and their caregivers, as well as local organizations and communities for seniors to partake in joining.
