Social Security Administration www.socialsecurity.gov 800-772-1213 Information on retirement and disability benefits, including how to sign up. State Health Insurance Assistance Program www.shiptalk.org A program that offers one-on-one insurance counseling and assistance to people with Medicare and their families. Veterans Administration www.caregiver.va.gov 855-260-3274 Support and services for families caring for veterans. Maintains a VA caregiver support line.
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Medicare www.medicare.gov/caregivers 800-Medicare Provides information about the parts of Medicare, what's new and how to find Medicare plans, facilities or providers. National Alliance for Caregiving www.caregiving.org A coalition of national organizations focused on family caregiving issues. National Family Caregivers Association www.caregiveraction.org Information and education for family caregivers; includes the Caregiver Community Action Network, a volunteer support network in over 40 states. The National Clearinghouse for Long-term Care Information www.longtermcare.gov Information and tools to plan for future long-term care needs. Save Money Get AARP member discounts on travel, shopping and more
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Eldercare Locator www.eldercare.gov 800-677-1116 Connects caregivers to local services and resources for older adults and adults with disabilities across the United States. Family Caregiver Alliance www.caregiver.org 800-445-8106 Information, education and services for family caregivers, including the Family Care Navigator, a state-by-state list of services and assistance.
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Resources a Caregiver Should Know About AARP Online Community Discuss issues with other caregivers in the online community. Alzheimer's Association www.alz.org 800-272-3900 Information and support for people with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers. Operates a 24/7 helpline and care navigator tools. Alzheimers.gov www.alzheimers.gov The government's free information resource about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. ARCH Respite Network www.archrespite.org Find programs and services that allow caregivers to get a break from caring for a loved one.