Resources Every Caregiver Should Know About Veterans, Active Duty, and Military Families

Resources Every Caregiver Should Know About

Istock Support for Veterans caregivers AARP is a proud member of the National Coalition for Military Caregivers, a broad coalition of leading public, private, nonprofit, labor and faith organizations being assembled by the to address the gaps in support for military and veteran caregivers. As part of AARP’s growing support efforts on behalf of family caregivers, we are offering this list of valuable resources, beginning with the .
800-272-3900
Information and support for people with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers. Operates a 24/7 help line and care navigator tools.
The government's free information resource about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

Find programs and services that allow caregivers to get a break from caring for a loved one.

800-677-1116
Connects caregivers to local services and resources for older adults and adults with disabilities across the United States.

800-445-8106
Information, education and services for family caregivers, including the Family Care Navigator, a state-by-state list of services and assistance.
Medicare
800-Medicare (800-633-4227)
Provides information about the parts of Medicare, what's new and how to find Medicare plans, facilities or providers.

A coalition of national organizations focused on family caregiving issues.

Information and education for family caregivers; includes the Caregiver Community Action Network, a volunteer support network in over 40 states.

Information and tools to plan for long-term care needs.

800-772-1213
Information on retirement and disability benefits, including how to sign up.

855-260-3274
Support and services for families caring for veterans. Maintains a VA caregiver support line.

A program that offers one-on-one insurance counseling and assistance to people with Medicare and their families.

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