Caregiving Advice from AARP

Eldercare Online
Offers special sections on Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Family Caregiver Alliance
This site offers news, information and support for family caregivers. It includes online support groups and posts answers to caregivers’ questions.

Growth House
This is an award winning portal to resources for end-of-life care.

Illinois Department on Aging
A clearinghouse for senior assistance in Illinois, including prescription relief for qualifying seniors.

National Center for Assisted Living
Offers information and advice on choosing an assisted living arrangement and includes ratings of facilities.

Northeastern Illinois Area Agency on Aging
Includes a list of links to many helpful local resources for caregivers.

Nursing Home Compare
Sponsored by Medicare, this site provides “detailed information about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid certified home in the country.” It includes a guide to choosing a nursing home.

Prepared by Martha M. Krause, August 2003, revised September 2007

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