Resources

The Alzheimer Association
The Alzheimer Association has a very informative website about Alzheimer's disease and other dementia related diseases. The organization leads the way in research. It offers suggestions and support on carrying for a loved one and how to join a support group. Visit the Alzheimer Association website to learn more about Alzheimer and dementia, join a support group, read about research, and where to go for resources.

AARP
The AARP website is a wealth of information. You can find topics about entertainment, gas and auto service, family caregiving, health and wellness, insurance, restaurants, shopping and groceries, technology, travel and so much more. Take some time to browse through the different categories. You will be amazed with all the information.

ALS
ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.  The ALS Association website will help you to understand the disease, the symptoms, the progression and where to go for help and suppport.

Diabetes
Diabetes refers to a group of diseases that reflect how your body uses blood sugar.  The American Diabetes Association has a very informative website explaing the types of diabetes and how it affects your body. If you are interested in what diabetes is and its effect on your body,  click to  enter the website: American Diabetes Association.

Home Safety Checklist
Everyone's home is their safe place. It is where you feel the most comfortable and familiar with your surroundings. As we age, there are some important features in your home that you need to be aware of for your safety.  How safe is your home?  Click for our Home Safety Checklist.

Hospice Care
Hospice Care is not something we want to think about, but knowing what to expect will make this transition helpful. What is the difference in pallitive care and hospice care?  Who can benefit from this care? What to expect at End-of-Life? This is just a tiny piece of everything you can benefit from by browsing the National Institute on Aging.

National Insitute on Aging
National Institute on Aging website covers a variety of topics from Alzheimer's disease to Women's Care and everything in between.  For more information click on: National Institute on Aging. 

Parkinson Disease
Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects predominately dopamine-producing (“dopaminergic”) neurons in a specific area of the brain.  The Parkinson Disease Foundation has an excellent website with information about early sign's of Parkinson, stages of Parkinson's, as well as understanding everything about Parkinson's.  For more information  click on:  Parkinson's Foundation Website.