17 Resources
Alzheimer's Adult Day Services Program is the New Jersey-run resource for Alzheimer's and dementia support, caregiver coaching, respite, and specialized facilities, serving older adults statewide. The state agency page links to applications, FAQs, and local field offices. No fee for New Jersey seniors who meet income and program criteria. Relevant for caregivers needing dementia-specific behavior strategies — wandering, sundowning, aggression, refusal of care. Most groups meet weekly or biweekly,...
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Official Alzheimer\\u0027s Association regional chapter serving New Jersey. 24/7 helpline 1-800-272-3900. Support groups, education, respite, and clinical trials matching. Relevant for caregivers needing dementia-specific behavior strategies — wandering, sundowning, aggression, refusal of care. Free 24/7 helpline staffed by master's-level clinicians who can talk through specific behaviors and what to try next. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork required to call or browse.
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24/7 free helpline 1-800-272-3900. Support, education, local resources, and clinical trials matching for dementia caregivers. Worth contacting at the first signs: getting lost in familiar places, missing bills, sudden withdrawal, or repeating questions. Most groups meet weekly or biweekly, in-person or on Zoom; new attendees are welcome without RSVP. Early diagnosis opens access to medication, clinical trials, and long-term planning windows that close as the disease progresses. All services free of...
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National helpline 1-866-232-8484, free memory screenings, and caregiver education. Relevant for caregivers needing dementia-specific behavior strategies — wandering, sundowning, aggression, refusal of care. Free 24/7 helpline staffed by master's-level clinicians who can talk through specific behaviors and what to try next. Dementia caregivers face higher rates of depression, anxiety, and health problems than other caregivers — these resources are for the caregiver as much as the patient. All services...
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NIH research-based information on Alzheimer's, dementia, and brain health for older adults. For families navigating Alzheimer's, vascular dementia, Lewy body, or frontotemporal dementia — at any stage. Most groups meet weekly or biweekly, in-person or on Zoom; new attendees are welcome without RSVP. PACE programs and Medicaid HCBS waivers often cover dementia care at home — many families never apply because no one tells them. Free, confidential, and available to any New Jersey resident who needs the...
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Education, support groups, and research for Lewy body dementia (the second most common dementia). For families navigating Alzheimer's, vascular dementia, Lewy body, or frontotemporal dementia — at any stage. Local chapters run free support groups — caregivers, early-stage patients, and adult children meet separately. PACE programs and Medicaid HCBS waivers often cover dementia care at home — many families never apply because no one tells them. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and...
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AFTD — support and research for FTD, the most common dementia under age 60. Worth contacting at the first signs: getting lost in familiar places, missing bills, sudden withdrawal, or repeating questions. Online courses cover communication techniques, fall prevention, and how to handle hospitalization for a person with dementia. Power of attorney and advance directives are far easier to set up in the early stages — once capacity is gone, the only option is guardianship. No cost to older adults or the...
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Funds research into Alzheimer's, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Free resources for families. Useful for spouses and adult children who've watched memory or judgment decline over months and don't know the next step. Local chapters run free support groups — caregivers, early-stage patients, and adult children meet separately. Early diagnosis opens access to medication, clinical trials, and long-term planning windows that close as the disease progresses. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork...
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National public-benefit education and support hub for dementia awareness and care. Relevant for caregivers needing dementia-specific behavior strategies — wandering, sundowning, aggression, refusal of care. Free 24/7 helpline staffed by master's-level clinicians who can talk through specific behaviors and what to try next. Power of attorney and advance directives are far easier to set up in the early stages — once capacity is gone, the only option is guardianship. Free service; donations support but...
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Find a memory cafe — social gatherings for people with dementia and their care partners. Useful for spouses and adult children who've watched memory or judgment decline over months and don't know the next step. Most groups meet weekly or biweekly, in-person or on Zoom; new attendees are welcome without RSVP. Early diagnosis opens access to medication, clinical trials, and long-term planning windows that close as the disease progresses. Free, confidential, and available to any New Jersey resident who...
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Brings personalized music to people with dementia to improve quality of life. Useful for spouses and adult children who've watched memory or judgment decline over months and don't know the next step. Care consultations can be scheduled with a dementia care specialist for situation-specific planning. Wandering registries (some free, some local) flag missing-person alerts to first responders within minutes. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork required to call or browse.
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Practical dementia care training for families and professionals. Relevant for caregivers needing dementia-specific behavior strategies — wandering, sundowning, aggression, refusal of care. Free 24/7 helpline staffed by master's-level clinicians who can talk through specific behaviors and what to try next. Power of attorney and advance directives are far easier to set up in the early stages — once capacity is gone, the only option is guardianship. No cost to older adults or the people helping them.
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Helps communities become dementia-friendly. Find local chapters. Useful for spouses and adult children who've watched memory or judgment decline over months and don't know the next step. Free 24/7 helpline staffed by master's-level clinicians who can talk through specific behaviors and what to try next. Wandering registries (some free, some local) flag missing-person alerts to first responders within minutes. Free service; donations support but never gate access.
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Free helpline 646-744-2900 — pioneer in dementia caregiver support, accessible nationally. Worth contacting at the first signs: getting lost in familiar places, missing bills, sudden withdrawal, or repeating questions. Care consultations can be scheduled with a dementia care specialist for situation-specific planning. PACE programs and Medicaid HCBS waivers often cover dementia care at home — many families never apply because no one tells them. Open at no cost to New Jersey seniors and the families...
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Patient-centered advocacy organization fighting to end Alzheimer's. Relevant for caregivers needing dementia-specific behavior strategies — wandering, sundowning, aggression, refusal of care. Online courses cover communication techniques, fall prevention, and how to handle hospitalization for a person with dementia. Power of attorney and advance directives are far easier to set up in the early stages — once capacity is gone, the only option is guardianship. No cost to older adults or the people...
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Leading research and care center for brain health and dementia. Worth contacting at the first signs: getting lost in familiar places, missing bills, sudden withdrawal, or repeating questions. Local chapters run free support groups — caregivers, early-stage patients, and adult children meet separately. Dementia caregivers face higher rates of depression, anxiety, and health problems than other caregivers — these resources are for the caregiver as much as the patient. All services free of charge to...
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Local New Jersey chapter of the Alzheimer's Association. 24/7 helpline 1-800-272-3900. Worth contacting at the first signs: getting lost in familiar places, missing bills, sudden withdrawal, or repeating questions. Care consultations can be scheduled with a dementia care specialist for situation-specific planning. Early diagnosis opens access to medication, clinical trials, and long-term planning windows that close as the disease progresses. Free, confidential, and available to any New Jersey resident...
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