Georgia NAMI

Mental Health · Georgia · Free

National Alliance on Mental Illness Georgia affiliate. Education, support, advocacy. Relevant for older adults with dementia caregivers reporting personality changes — depression and dementia can look similar. Most therapy practices accept Medicare Part B (covers 80% after deductible) and Medicare Advantage plans. Anti-anxiety medications like benzodiazepines are on the Beers Criteria for older adults — ask about non-pharmacological options first. Open at no cost to Georgia seniors and the families...

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Address: Statewide

Hours: Varies

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  • SAMHSA National Helpline — Free 24/7 confidential treatment referral and information. 1-800-662-4357. Relevant for older adults with dementia caregivers reporting pers
  • NAMI HelpLine — National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline. 1-800-950-6264 or text HELPLINE to 62640. Useful for seniors after the loss of a spouse, sibli
  • Mental Health America — Free mental health screening tools and connection to local mental health resources. Relevant for older adults with dementia caregivers repor
  • Friendship Line — Institute on Aging — 24/7 emotional support line for adults 60+ and disabled adults. 1-800-971-0016. Worth contacting for caregivers experie
  • American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry — Find a geriatric psychiatrist for older adults experiencing mental health concerns. Useful for seniors after the loss of a spouse, sibling,
  • Anxiety & Depression Association of America — ADAA — find a therapist, learn about anxiety and depression, support groups. A first stop for families noticing a senior is withdrawing soci