Dementia Resources
Resources for Dementia Caregivers
While there are many websites with information about dementia, it can be hard to find ones that are specific to the needs and challenges of people caring for a loved one with dementia. So I offer my hand-picked collection of some of the most valuable online resources for dementia caregivers.
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More Resources for Dementia Caregivers
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National Institute on Aging
Support for understanding dementia, behavior education, legal, financial planning.
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UCLA Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Program
Videos to help understand how to care for PWD, home safety, responding to behaviors.
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Family Caregiver Alliance
Resources specific to different types of dementia.
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Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care
Dementia care education providing practical and effective tools for caring for a PWD.
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The DAWN Method
An approach to caring that puts kindness and connection at the forefront of the relationship.
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Dementia Action Alliance
Great resource for the person living with dementia who is in MCI + early stage.
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National Respite Network
Help for locating respite and crisis care services.
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Daughterhood Circles
Community for people caring for a parent with serious illness, including dementia.
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Department of Veterans Affairs
Resources for caregivers of people who served in US armed forces.
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Aging Life Care Association
Locate a geriatric/private case manager.
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Eldercare Locator
Services, support, and information for maintaining independence at home.
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Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving
Site for promoting caregiver well being, focused on education and training.
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National Academy of Elder Law
Elder law locator for older adult legal issues.
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Alzheimer's Association
A comprehensive site for Alzheimer’s and dementia-related needs.
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Dementia Society of America
Caregiver support tools, training materials, and practical dementia care guidance.
When The Relationship Changes
Shoshawna Rainwater, LCSW, was a featured presenter for HOPE Dementia Support’s Monthly Community Education Series.
In this thoughtful and compassionate conversation, Shoshawna explores how dementia reshapes relationships over time — between spouses, partners, adult children, family members, and friends. She discusses the emotional impact of ambiguous loss, the grief of “losing someone who is still here,” and the complex role changes that care partners often experience along the dementia journey.
This presentation offers understanding, validation, and practical insight for anyone supporting a person living with dementia. Whether you are a care partner, family member, professional, or community member, this session provides meaningful tools for navigating connection, identity, and changing relationship dynamics with compassion and resilience.
Presented by HOPE Dementia Support as part of their free Monthly Community Education series. Learn more about HOPE Dementia Support at: https://hopedementiasupport.org/
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