Resources

The following links are trustworthy resources where you can find facts about treatment, support for caregivers, and information for patients.

Alzheimer’s Association

National Institute on Aging

Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

Family Caregiver Alliance

Iowa Geriatric Education Center

BrightFocus Foundation

National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center (NADRC)

Alzheimer’s.net

Alzheimers.gov

Staff Tip: Ensure staff are familiar with online resources and local and community support.


Did you know?

Tools are available to assist residents with Alzheimer's disease.

  • Clocks (DayClocks, DayClox, Alzheimer’s Dementia Day Clock, day/night clock, Thousand Clock Widgets, Magnifying Aids Large Number Wall Clock/Calendar)
  • Communication aids, such as video chat services like Facetime and Skype, preprogrammed telephones with frequently-dialed numbers and large buttons, and the Talking Mats app
  • GPS location and tracking devices, including Angel Sense, GPS Smart Sole, iTraq, MedicAlert Safely Home, Mindme, PocketFinder, Project Livesaver, Revolutionary Tracker, Safe Link, Trax
  • Home Monitoring/In-Home Cameras: Options include Ring, Echo show, and local monitoring programs
  • Medication management assistance such as time/day marked pillboxes and automated pill dispensers
  • Reminder messages that are recorded and played at appropriate times, such as for medication reminders and appointments