Curated directory

Dementia Resource Directory

A curated collection of trusted organizations, hotlines, and tools for people living with dementia, family caregivers, and healthcare professionals.

These resources are provided for informational purposes. Dementia Circle does not endorse any specific organization or service. Always verify information directly with the organization.

Crisis and support hotlines

Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline

1-800-272-3900

Available around the clock for information, support, and crisis assistance.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

988

For caregivers or individuals in emotional distress or crisis. Call or text 988.

Eldercare Locator

1-800-677-1116

Connect to local services for older adults and caregivers.

Medicare Helpline

1-800-633-4227

Official Medicare information and enrollment assistance.

National organizations

Alzheimer's Association

The leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support, and research. Offers a 24/7 helpline, local chapter support, and extensive educational resources.

1-800-272-3900

Alzheimer's Foundation of America

Provides support, services, and education to individuals, families, and caregivers affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

1-866-232-8484

Lewy Body Dementia Association

The leading organization for Lewy body dementia awareness, research, and caregiver support.

1-800-539-9767

Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration

Provides education, support, and research funding for frontotemporal dementia and related disorders.

1-866-507-7222

Government resources

National Institute on Aging

Part of the National Institutes of Health. Provides research-based information on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

Medicare.gov

Official U.S. government site for Medicare information, including coverage for dementia-related services.

1-800-633-4227

Eldercare Locator

A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting older adults and caregivers to local services.

1-800-677-1116

CMS GUIDE Model Information

Official CMS information about the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model.

Caregiver support

Family Caregiver Alliance

Provides education, services, research, and advocacy for family caregivers. Offers a national caregiver support line and extensive online resources.

1-800-445-8106

ARCH National Respite Network

Provides a national respite locator and resources for caregivers seeking temporary relief.

Caregiver Action Network

A nonprofit organization providing education, peer support, and resources to family caregivers across all disease categories.

1-855-227-3640

Well Spouse Association

Provides support to spousal caregivers through peer support groups, a newsletter, and an annual conference.

1-800-838-0879

Safety and wandering prevention

MedicAlert + Alzheimer's Association Safe Return

A 24-hour nationwide emergency response service for individuals with Alzheimer's or a related dementia who wander or have a medical emergency.

1-888-572-8566

Project Lifesaver International

Provides law enforcement and public safety agencies with technology and training to quickly locate individuals who wander.

Legal and financial planning

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Helps families find elder law attorneys who specialize in legal issues affecting older adults, including dementia care planning.

Benefits.gov

Official U.S. government website to help find federal benefits programs, including those relevant to dementia care.

State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP)

Free, unbiased Medicare counseling provided by trained volunteers in every state.

1-877-839-2675

Links to external websites are provided for informational purposes only. Dementia Circle does not control or endorse the content of external sites and is not responsible for their accuracy.