This site provides information, briefings and free publications on the regulations granting universal access to [...]the disabled and their caregivers.

Each year, millions of elderly Americans fall victim to some type of financial fraud or [...]confidence scheme, including romance, lottery, and sweepstakes scams, to name a few. Criminals will gain their targets’ trust and may communicate with them directly via computer, phone, and the mail; or indirectly through the TV and radio. Once successful, scammers are likely to keep a scheme going because of the prospect of significant financial gain.

Find out more about the Medicaid benefits your elder parent could be qualified to receive.

This is the site for the federal health insurance system for elders and those with [...]certain disabilities. Along with information about obtaining Medicare, you can find information for family caregivers.

Formerly known as the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers. This site explains how [...]aging life care professionals can help with common age-related challenges, and provides a directory to help you locate a professional. These professionals usually have to be paid out of pocket, but they can be a huge help for families providing care at a distance, or just if you need extra help problem-solving.

The SpecialCare program, developed by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, provides access to information and [...]resources to families with dependents of any age who have a disability. The program’s holistic approach involves a person with special needs’ network of advisors, including a Special Care Planner or other financial professional that specializes in working with special needs. Our mission is to help educate families and caregivers of people with special needs about the importance and steps in creating a life care plan to help provide a secure financial future.

AFTD promotes and funds research into finding the cause, therapies and cures for frontotemporal degeneration. [...]They also offer information, education and support to persons diagnosed with an FTD disorder, and for their families and caregivers. To learn more about AFTD, visit www.theaftd.org.

LBDA works to raise awareness of Lewy body dementias (LBD), promoting scientific advances, and supporting [...]people with LBD, their families, and caregivers. LBD is a complex disease that can present a range of physical, cognitive, and behavioral symptoms. It dramatically affects an estimated 1.4 million individuals and their families in the United States. To learn more, visit www.lbda.org.

Here is a range of help for military veterans or the surviving spouse of veterans. [...]The VA site also offers Caregiver Support for aging veterans’ families.

This caregiving site aimed at women caring for aging parents features groups, ideas and a [...]blog.

FDA Office of Women’s Health understands caring for someone can be rewarding, but challenging. FDA’s [...]Tips for Caregivers website provides tools to help caregivers manage the care of their loved ones. The website provides tips for caregivers of older adults, young children, teens and people with special needs. The website also highlights 7 tips for all caregivers to know.

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This group is an advocacy organization helping older Americans and their caregivers. Among its services [...]is the BenefitsCheckUp, which identifies programs and services seniors are eligible for.