Newsletter


Affiliate Organizations



DailyCareServices		The CareGiver Partnership
DailyCareServices provides automated check-in calls, medication reminders and wellness notifications for caregivers and their senior loved one striving to remain independent at home. DailyCareServices covers the US and Canada. Sign up for a free 3-day trial!		The CareGiver Partnership is a national direct-to-consumer retailer of a wide range of home care products specializing in convenient direct to home shipping with their Never Run Out™ program.
www.DailyCareServices.com		www.caregiverpartnership.com


ELDR		Save-A-Seat
ELDR is the first consumer magazine and online community for the affluent and influential elder. It inspires readers to live a more meaningful life, to celebrate the joys and to navigate the challenges of aging. ELDR offers fresh viewpoints and insights on social issues, health, finance and activism		Save-A-Seat is the most practical form of short term upholstery protection available. You will not find a retractable seat cover that is easier to install, remove and store than Save-A-Seat. Save-A-Seat's patented retraction provides superior short term protection during times when your interior is exposed to higher levels of dirt, moisture or sweat.
www.eldr.com		www.save-a-seat.com/healthcare


Visiting Angels
Visiting Angels is the nation’s leading network of non-medical, private duty home care agencies providing home-based care to help the elderly and adults continue to live in their homes.
www.visitingangels.com


Non-profit Organizations


Administration on Aging		Alzheimer's Association
Administration on Aging offers programs to older people and their families' in order to met their social and human service needs. They are a rich resource for information on aging.		The Alzheimer's Association is a voluntary organization that sponsors public education programs and offers supportive services to patients and families who are coping with the disease.
www.aoa.dhhs.gov		www.alz.org



American Academy of Ophthalmology		American Cancer Society
The American Academy of Ophthalmology is a professional organization that supports research on diseases of the eye. The site offers information on the prevention and treatment of eye problems. It also offers free referrals, by mail, for eye care from a practicing ophthalmologist to U.S. citizens and legal residents 65 or older.		The American Cancer Society is a national voluntary health organization which sponsors a wide range of services for patients and their families. This site offers, among other things, referrals to local groups, message boards, and educational materials. There is also a link for Spanish speaking browsers.
www.aao.org		www.cancer.org



American Dental Association		American Heart Association
The American Dental Association is a professional organization committed to the public's oral health. The site gives referrals to state dental associations and dental schools offering free or low-cost services for older people who meet economic criteria. There is also a large database of information on oral care concerns.		The American Heart Association is a national voluntary health organization providing information and resource lists encompassing a broad range of topics involving cardiovascular disease and stroke. The site also offers referrals to local agencies and organizations and offers ordering information for CPR manuals.
www.ada.org		www.americanheart.org



American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc.		American Podiatric Medical Association
The American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc. serves to educate the public about Parkinson Disease and provide resources for both the patients and their caregivers. This site offers nationwide referral services healthcare and support groups. There is also a special section devoted to the younger Parkinson patient.		The American Podiatric Medical Association is a professional society of podiatrists. The site offers nationwide referral services and provides information and resources on good foot care. There are also sections devoted to arthritis and the feet and diabetes and the feet.
www.apdaparkinson.org		www.apma.org



American Society on Aging		American Stroke Association
Professional membership association of individuals and organizations working on the behalf of older people. ASA is membership based and provides education and training events, publications and special interest newsletters.		The American Stroke Association is a division of the American Heart Association. The site provides resources including warning signs and stroke care information. It also offers referrals to stroke support groups around the nation.
www.asaging.org		www.strokeassociation.org



'And Thou Shalt Honor'		Arthritis Foundation
"And Thou Shalt Honor", a PBS special on caregiving. Check your local TV listings for rebroadcast dates and times. If it is rebroadcast in your area, we encourage you to watch it with family, friends and loved ones. It is tremendously moving, and raises and portrays the issues and challenges that many of us have dealt with already, are dealing with now, or will be dealing with in the years ahead.		The Arthritis Foundation is a nationwide non-profit, voluntary organization devoted to the prevention, control and cure of arthritis. The site offers resources on both traditional and alternative therapies and also provides nationwide referrals for local support groups and help.
www.andthoushalthonor.org		www.arthritis.org



Cancer Care		Caring Today Magazine
Cancer Care is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to provide free professional help to people with all cancers through counseling, education, information and referral and direct financial assistance. There is also a link for Spanish speakers.		Caring Today magazine offers practical advice to the family caregiver. The magazine is published six times a year. It is available in doctors' offices, hospitals, and home care agencies across the country and also by subscription.
www.cancercare.org		www.caringtoday.com



Department of Veterans Affairs		Easter Seals
The Department of Veterans Affairs provides a comprehensive system of veterans' assistance and care. VA hospitals offer extensive care and treatment, pharmacies and social services.		Easter Seals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for more than 80 years. Whether helping someone improve physical mobility, return to work or simply gain greater independence for everyday living, Easter Seals offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals.
www.va.gov		www.easter-seals.org



Families USA		Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA)
Families USA is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to achieve high quality affordable health and long term care for all Americans. This site provides the latest information on a wide variety of health care issues including Medicaid, managed care, children's health and the uninsured.		Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA) offers a broad range of information for the caregiver of adults with brain disorders and diseases. The site contains resources for a wide range of family structures, as well as for professionals, policy makers and the media. It also includes interactive services such as support groups, and problem solving consultations.
www.familiesusa.org		www.caregiver.org



First Gov		League of Experienced Family Caregivers
FirstGov for seniors empowers citizens to obtain valuable health and security information and services at one location via the Internet.		Based at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, the League helps state and local agencies develop innovative caregiver programs based upon the contributed wisdom of individual family caregivers like you.
www.seniors.gov		www.familycaregivers.uwm.edu



Lighthouse Internationals		Medicarel
Lighthouse International provides information regarding vision impairment and vision rehabilitation. There is also a toll-free service providing literature on eye diseases, resource lists, and referrals to low vision and other rehabilitation services, support groups, state agencies and advocacy groups nationwide.		Medicare is the agency under the Health Care Financing Administration of the United States Department of Health and Human Services. It operates the national health care system for older and disabled adults. This site offers explanation of benefits and provides browsers with tools to find a wide range of services including nursing homes and physicians. There is also a link for Spanish speakers.
www.lighthouse.org		www.medicare.gov



The Medicare Rights Center		National Alliance for Caregiving
caregivers and the professionals who work with them. The Alliance conducts research, develops national programs for caregivers, analyzes policy, and works to increase public awareness of caregiving issues.		NAC is a 30-member nonprofit joint venture of national groups interested in supporting family caregivers and the professionals who work with them. The Alliance conducts research, develops national programs for caregivers, analyzes policy, and works to increase public awareness of caregiving issues.
www.medicarerights.org		www.caregiving.org



National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers		National Family Caregivers Association
The National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers is a professional organization of practitioners whose goal is the advancement of dignified care for the elderly and their families. The site also houses a directory of care managers available for a fee.		The National Family Caregivers Association is a national organization that provides information, education and advocacy for the caregiver community. Members (free for family caregivers) can use a toll-free caregiver Helpline and are sent quarterly membership newsletters.
www.caremanager.org		www.nfcacares.org



National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization		National Multiple Sclerosis Society
The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization is a nonprofit membership organization representing hospice and palliative care programs and professionals in the United States. Its mission is to improve end of life care and expand access to hospice care. Individuals can learn about hospice services in their area.		The National Multiple Sclerosis Society allows browsers to access the latest information about Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis and treatments. It also provides resources such as event and support group locators for people living, or caring for someone, with MS.
www.nhpco.org		www.nmss.org



National Stroke Association		Parkinson's Disease Foundatio
The National Stroke Association provides information regarding the symptoms, treatment and prevention of strokes. There are also resources on finding support groups and caregiver information. This site contains links for both French and Spanish speakers.		The Parkinson's Disease Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to seeking the cause and cure for Parkinson's disease. The site offers information on the disease and coping with its effects. They welcome calls via their toll-free number with any questions or concerns a caller may have. They also provide physician referrals and educational materials.
www.stroke.org		www.pdf.org



Social Security Administration		Strength for Caring
The Social Security Administration is the federal agency that operates the national retirement system and provides information on Social Security coverage, earnings records, claims eligibility, and Medicare and Medicaid information. The site contains a link for speakers of other languages.		Strength for Caring is an online resource and community for family caregivers. Strength for Caring helps family caregivers take care of their loved ones and themselves. Strength for Caring is part of The Caregiver Initiative, created by Johnson & Johnson Consumer Products Company, Division of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.
www.ssa.gov		www.strengthforcaring.com



Visiting Nurse Associations of America (VNAA)		The Well Spouse Association
The Visiting Nurse Associations of America (VNAA) was established in 1983 as the official national association of freestanding, not-for-profit, community based, home health organizations known as Visiting Nurse agencies. Visiting Nurse agencies created the profession of home health care more than 110 years ago and are commonly referred to as “VNAs”. They have a united mission: to bring about compassionate, quality home care to patients and their respective communities.		The Well Spouse Association (WSA) is a national, 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization which provides emotional peer-to-peer support to the wives, husbands, and partners of the chronically ill and/or disabled. WSA offers this support through various programs, including local support groups, an online discussion forum, e-newsletters, and website with articles and information relevant to spousal caregiving.
www.vnaa.org		www.wellspouse.org



WI Family Caregiver Alliance		Family Caregiver 101
The Alliance is a network of individuals with a common goal of educating, connecting and supporting organizations and individuals who work with family caregivers. The Web site is designed to help professionals working with family caregivers find resource materials, research, training and networking opportunities.		The National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA) and the National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) – leaders in the movement to better understand and assist family caregivers — have joined together to recognize, support and advise this vital group of Americans. It’s a great place to find assistance, answers, new ideas and helpful advice.
www.uwex.edu		www.familycaregiving101.org/team62