These listings include both public and private agencies.
They are not endorsed by PSGDC, but links are providedto help you find as many resources as possible.

Aging: Information & Referral

Administration on the Aging (Federal)

New York City Alzheimer’s Association
Information, Support Groups, Calendar of Events

Alzheimer’s Association (National)

New York City Department for the Aging
Referrals, Emergency Help, City Services

Administration on Aging Alzheimer Site

New York State Office for the Aging

New York State Adult Day Services Association
Public Policy, Advocacy, Plus "Find a Program" for caregivers

Foundation for Health in Aging

New York State Coalition for the Aging

Dorot USA (NYC)
Information, services, referrals, workshops for elderly

Eldercare Locator - (800) 677-1116

New York Area Agencies

Visiting Nurse Service of New York
Offers a wide range of services for all ages groups, with lots of information about all levels of care for older persons.

JASA-LEAP - Legal/Social Work Elder Abuse Program
Consultations, Referral, Home Visits, Legal Services, and more
(718) 648-2567, Ext. 22

Cabrini Alzheimer's Care Program
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner provides home visits for medical problems; volunteers provide creative arts/storytelling to homebound elderly. For information call: (212) 995-6572

Florence E. Smith Senior Services, Corona (Queens)

Caregiving Links

caregiving.com
Lots of tips, referrals, and help for caregivers

NYC Caregiver - Making it Easier to Care
New York City Department for the Aging

New York State Adult Day Services Association
"Find a Program" for caregivers

New York City Alzheimer’s Association
Information, Support Groups, Calendar of Events

Asociación de Alzheimer (en Español)

Caregivers' Connections-NY/NJ
Telephone Workshops and Support Groups

Children of Aging Parents—checklist, support groups, resources

Know It Alz —A helpful website by and for caregivers.

Caregiving—Medline; National Library of Medicine

Family Caregiver Alliance: National Center on Caregiving

Visiting Nurse Service of NY
Tips, resources, and links for caregivers

Senior Care & Home Care at Care.com
Be sure to follow all tips for hiring a trustworthy aid, and be sure to interview applicants in person and check all references.

National Alliance for Caregiving

National Family Caregivers Association

Eldercare Online: the internet community of eldercaregivers. Information on many topics; lots of links.

AARP Caregiver Resources
Search on the word "caregiver" at the AARP home page, or try this link to some of the AARP caregiving pages:

Empowering Caregivers—Portal for caregivers offers articles, support, inspiration, and other resources. With chat rooms and message forums.

Click on the logo to find out about this great national network for caregiving teens!