1-800-THERAPIST, was created to fill an important community need, that of providing prompt, confidential information to individual callers needing help with their mental health problems. This program provides referrals to licensed professional mental health practitioners for people of all ages who need assistance with a wide range of mental health disciplines and types of care. The referral programs are offered without charge by a group of mental health professionals as a public service. Note: The licensed professional mental health practitioners referrals do pay an annual fee to help defer the cost of this program.

This site discusses the many grants it has awarded and the purpose of each grant. Their goal is to enhance the lives of senior adults. They also have information on Living in Chronic Conditions. Also go to News You Can Use. This page has current reports on aging and health care.

This site is abundant in a variety of information for caregivers from specific issues to legislative news. It is very user friendly. If you have a specific topic you want to explore go to Quick Search and type in your topic. Explore Health and then to Caregiving will get you into caregiving information.

Information on Older Persons and Services for the elderly.

Welcome to Aging in the Know: Your Gateway to Health and Aging Resources on the Web. Created by the American Geriatrics Society Foundation for Health in Aging (FHA), Aging in Know offers up-to-date information for consumers on health and aging. Aging in the Know is your one-stop for: *Information on common diseases and disorders that affect older adults. *The What to Ask Series that will provide you with practical questions and tips that will help you to work with your healthcare provider on developing the best care plan for you or your loved one. *Linkages to other organizations that have online resources in a particular area.

This site offers up to the minute information on Alzheimer research, treatment and care as well as: A monthly on-line poll Weekly tips on coping and caring Ask an Alzheimer expert Q & A. Message boards On-line journals for recording experiences Access to our local chapters Alzheimer's Association job listings A way to make a secure donation on-line.

This is the American Cancer Society's national website. It has great information for families, survivors, and patients as well as healthcare professionals. The site also offers information about local resources.

Heart Disease is the #1 Killer of American women. Stroke is #4. www.goredforwomen.org is a website and movement founded by the American Heart Association to help fight against this killer of American women. This site has great information on diet, exercise and tips on keeping a healthy heart at any age. Go to the site to take the GoRedHeart checkup.

The American Occupational Therapy Association's website has good information that is both general (what occupational therapists do) and help for specific situations (illness, diseases etc.).

This site provides information on Parkinson Disease including referrals, booklets and support groups.

This is the "senior" link to the American Physical Therapy Association's Web Site. It contains good information on what physical therapy can offer an older client, a variety of education brochures and exercise tips."

This site has information regarding issues pertaining to speech, language, hearing and balance for all ages. There is a great deal of information on problems that impact older adults as well as easy access to a referral service to locate certified therapists in Nevada.

Finding free assistance for yourself, your kids and grandchildren just got easier. AARP's new online screening tool, Benefits OuickLINK, connects you to other useful websites and enables you to download public benefit applications for everything from energy assistance, Medicaid and Medicare to children's health insurance and food assistance.

This is a great service provided by the National Council on the Aging. The purpose is to help older adults to quickly identify programs that may improve the quality of their lives. It is very user friendly. Go to the site and preview. You will have to answer a few questions about the person you are helping (or yourself) but no identifying information is asked so it is confidential. The site gives a list of information it needs to determine which programs could be of value. It also has a "help" menu. After you have completed the questionnaire you wait a short time and potential programs are listed and as well as how to access them. It also arranges the information in a nice format so you can print it out.

The Caregivers Marketplace is the nation's first free program specifically designed to offer cash back on products not typically covered by insurance or Medicare. By working with leading manufacturers to negotiate cash back on carefully selected products and services that caregivers need to keep loved ones well cared for, healthy and most importantly, home. Products eligible for cash back include nutrition, digestive health, incontinence, bathing and skin care and aids for daily living. They do not sell products.

This website provides education and self help techniques to minimize or avoid caregiver stress. It also has an online caregiver stress test. The site is managed by Home Instead Senior Care.

Caring Connections provides free resources and information to help people make informed decisionz about end-of-life care and services before a crisis and to help people connect with the resources they need, when they need them. Caring Connections provides a variety of free resources on topics including Advance care planning, Caregiving, Pain, Financial Issues, Hospice and palliative care, Grief and loss.

This site has information and referrals for care of children and adults.

If you or your carereceiver has a hearing loss that interferes with the ability to hear a TV or video program, The Captioned Media Program may be of great value--and it's free! The program is funded by the U.S. Dept. of Education and has over 4,000 videos ranging from classic movies, special interests (travel, hobbies, recreation, etc.) and education. The videos have written text that follows the verbal portion of the presentation. Videos can be accessed through their web site, by phone: 1-800-237-6213, fax: 1-800-538-5636 or write to: Captioned Media Program, 1447 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29307. Contact them for more information by calling or Email: info@cfv.org.

This is a private company that assists people who are having difficulty getting Social Security Disability benefits (SSI or SSDI). This is a nationwide business and they do provide services in Nevada. For additional information go to their website or call 1-866-215-5406.

The Eldercare Locator is a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging. The Eldercare Locator connects older Americans and their caregivers with sources of information on senior services. The service links those who need assistance with state and local area agencies on aging and community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers. You may find the information resources you need by following the directions on the website or you may speak to an Eldercare Locator by calling 1-800-677-1116.

Ethnic Elders Care presents a comprehensive presentation of information about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias among ethnic minority elders in the united States. Ethnic Elders Care is devoted to promoting research, treatment, education and support for ethnic minority elders with dementia, their families and caregivers. The site contains articles, news, links and a monthly news letter.

SEP ensures that every senior has access to medical eye care and promotes annual dilated eye exams. It raises awareness about age related eye disease, including cataracts, provides free eye-care materials and facilitates access to eye care at no out of pocket expense. People may call the toll free helpline at 1-800-222-3937 anytime, for themselves and/or family members and friends, to request free eye care educational materials and determine if they qualify for care from one of the ECA's more than 7,800 volunteer ophthalmologists nationwide.

Although this site is California specific, it is an excellent resource for families caring for loved ones with disorders such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, stroke and ALS. The site also includes more than 30 fact sheets on topics of interest to family as well as professional caregivers.

Although there is no direct connection with caregiving, this site may help in understanding the Medicare and Medicaid systems and programs. It explains various options and who to contact for answers to specific questions.

This site explains all aspects of hospice and more. If you are not familiar with these programs this is a good resource.

This is a popular CMS tool for consumers and their caregivers to get a better insight into the quality of care provided by their local hospitals. It provides quality information based on children and adult patients.

This site is full of good information regarding updates in Medicare, help with comparing health plans in your area, physician and suppliers directories, information to compare quality care of local nursing homes, Home Health Agencies, and much, much more. The site is easy to navigate and download information.

This is a very comprehensive website and easy to use. The site also provides the viewer with information on where to find local chapters in your geographical are.

Geriatric Care Managers is a non-profit professional organization of practitioners whose goal is the advancement of dignified care for the elderly and their families. With more than 1,500 members, GCM is committed to maximizing the independence and autonomy of elders while striving to ensure that the highest quality and most cost-effective health and human services are used when and where appropriate. This site defines the role of the care manager and contains a directory to locate a care manager in the same location as the person requiring these services.

The National Care Planning Council is an alliance of eldercare advisers, experts and providers who promote long term care planning nationwide. "Planning for Eldercare" was developed By the National Care Planning Council as a public service for libraries, nonprofit organizations, associations, area agencies on aging, state aging units and to support the Long Term Care Consumer Awareness Campaign from the Department of Health and Human Services. This free, noncommercial resource is the largest and most comprehensive compilation of long term care planning information ever produced.

Provides numerous articles on many aspects of caregiving. You can also download a copy of a Site Visit Survey for Adult Day Care Centers. It's a check list to help you determine your needs as well as what to look for when visiting a center

This is an excellent site for all aspects of caregiving from advice and suggestions to survey results and national events.

The National Mental Health Information Center provides information about mental health issues as well as a state service locater for mental health and statistical information. This is the mental health information arm of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Although there is not a great deal of information specific to seniors, it does cover many categories of mental health problems that do apply to seniors and their caregivers including Alzheimer's Disease, dementia and depression. This agency can also be reached by telephone, Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., EST. 1-800-789-2647.

The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification is a university-based non-profit organization dedicated to promote aging in place and independent living for persons of all ages and abilities. The site has a wealth of information on home safety, modification, resources and products for consumers, providers, and caregivers.

The National Stroke Association web site is a great resource for stroke information. It is easy to browse and has a lot of valuable information for caregivers. Under "All About Strokes" is a glossary of terms. They are not detailed but can help you get through the terms that the health care profession commonly uses. "Survivor and Caregivers Resources" also has good information. Businesses are listed by products to help with care. Just keep in mind that they are selling products so it is like going through the yellow pages in a phone book only easier because it is "need specific".

New LifeStyles, The Source for Seniors, is your complete guide to senior housing and care options. we publish more than 40 area guides including one for Nevada, plus we host a website listing all state licensed senior communities and care agencies nationwide plus other senior related products & services & more. Search online to order a free complementary guide, or call 800-820-3013.

Through a toll free number (1-888-477-2669) and user-friendly web site, this program offers a single point of access to more than 275 public and private patient assistance programs, including more than 150 programs offered by pharmaceutical companies. Access to free or nearly free medicines for those who qualify.

This site provides information for a book holder or stand for hands free reading.

This site discusses all aspects of social security including disability benefits. You can also submit your personal information to determine specific social security benefits.

Simply click on th web link to access this document. This site contains summary information about each state's regulations including recent changes. Each state's definition of assisted living is provided along with brief descriptions of various aspects of its regulations including resident admission, care, staffing, discharge, and more. Contact information for each state is also included.

To find out how the HUD's Reverse Mortgage Program works, select a HUD-approved FHA lender or to find the location of a HUD-approved housing counseling agency near you visit the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Find benefits for compensation, pensions, education, and home loans to qualified personnel that served on active duty, or are currently serving on active duty. Toll free number is 800-827-1000 for Veterans Information and Assistance or call 888-838-6256 for the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System.

A non-profit group that offers peer-to-peer support for spouses or partners of people with chronic illness and/or disability.

Specialty Programs for Assisted Living Facilities. Consulting services include: · Facility development and operating consulting · Training for administrators and caregivers · Lectures and seminars · State survey preparedness · State Medication Assistance Training · Personalized training programs

The Bureau of Consumer Protection is a division of the Attorney General's Office that represents the interests of Nevada utility customers before the Public Utilities Commission, any court, regulatory body, board, commission or agency with jurisdiction over Nevada public utilities. Timothy Hay, the Consumer Advocate, and BCP staff work on the consumer's behalf, advocating for reliable utility service at the lowest reasonable cost. The Bureau of Consumer Protection is also the primary prosecutor for telemarketing fraud, consumer fraud, and deceptive trade practices for the State of Nevada. In the past telemarketing scams and consumer fraud have cost consumers nationwide more then billion in one year. The Bureau's technical and legal staff work to prevent these types of practices for the protection of all citizens, particularly the elderly. Seniors can call our office and get assistance with various consumer problems. Our office can provide assistance to people who have been the victim of "slamming" and "cramming". Slamming is where a customer's long distance service is switched from one long distance company to another without the customer's permission. "Cramming" is when a customer is billed for enhanced features such as voice mail, caller-ID, and call-waiting that they have not ordered. Suspected consumer fraud can also be reported. Our Carson City office can be reached at 687-6300. If our office cannot address your particular concern, we will do our best to direct you to someone who can. Brochures on various consumer subjects, such as auto repair, low income energy assistance, telephone scams, sweepstakes fraud, and many others are available upon request.

The Center for Cognitive Aging provides comprehensive care and support for families and the adult community living with cognitive impairiment.

We are California, Nevada and Arizona's won, Disabled Dealer Magazine. Our mission is to bring people with disabilities and the elderly complete access to new and pre-owned adaptive equipment, services, resources and events throughout the state of California, Nevada and Arizona. We take great pride in our distribution. Please call toll free at 800-588-5099, visit our website or email disableddealer@aol.com.

The National Kidney Foundation of Nevada provides professional educational materials and has a Patient Services Program, which includes periodic emergency financial assistance for medications, rent, utilities, transportation, groceries, and other miscellaneous monthly expenses.

The Nevada Center for Ethics and Health Policy is a community-state partnership funded by a grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to the Sanford Center for Aging and the Department of Health Ecology at the University of Nevada, Reno. The Center's mission is to promote statewide collaboration for ethical and appropriate healthcare, and its primary focus for the first three years is improving care at the end-of-life for all Nevadans. We offer many services, including consumer education in advance care planning, professional education in end-of-life issues, a Speakers Bureau available for presentations regarding the medical, legal, emotional and spiritual facets of the dying process, as well as a wide variety of resource materials.

The Nevada Diabetes Association is the only organization in Nevada that provides direct services to children and support for families dealing with diabetes. They provide support and assistance of other community agencies and organizations; information on community, state, national and global resources including doctors, hospitals and other providers of diabetes services; internet on-line information and search services; advocacy for issues pertaining to diabetes.

This is the Nevada Division for Aging Website. It has excellent resources and information for caregivers. It also has statewide and national links that are helpful. There is a lot of information and is easy to access.

Nevada Energy Connection is comprised of the Energy Assistance Program and the Weatherization Assistance Program operated by the State of Nevada designed to give energy and weatherization assistance to qualified households. Call 1-866-846-2009 or visit the website to participate in either of these money-saving programs.

Nevada legal resource directory that can help you with a variety of legal services to include free and low cost agencies, legal research help and tips. Subjects include consumer/business law, dispute resolution, family law and much more. Information is listed by subject and county.

This site explains Nevada Medicaid programs and phone numbers to contact based on geographic location.

The Nevada Senior Guide is a resource publication for the Greater Las Vegas Area. In their guide you'll find valuable information about healthcare, rehabilitation, and where to locate medical supplies. A Senior Services Directory is also provided.

The Nevada State Contractors Board is committed to protecting senior citizens from unlicensed contractors. Seniors are commonly targeted because they are more trusting. Although hiring an unlicensed contractor may be less expensive, the end result can be more damaging. The Nevada State Contractors Board has an ongoing commitment to educate senior citizens statewide through its Community Watch Program. For more information on this program, or to answer questions about hiring a qualified, licensed contractor, please contact the Nevada State Contractors Board at (702) 486-1100 or in Northern Nevada at (775) 688-1141 or go to our website. The Nevada State Contractors Board is committed to promoting integrity and professionalism in the construction industry in Nevada. The Nevada State Contractors Board has the responsibility to promote quality construction by Nevada licensed contractors through a regulatory licensing system designed to protect the health, welfare and safety of the public. It is against the law to be an unlicensed contractor in Nevada.

Click on the Health Facilities Locator link from the menu on the left to find two types of health care facilities. 1. Skilled nursing facilities by address, phone, number of beds, and most recent state survey results. 2. Residential health facilities (group home and assisted living facilities) by address, phone number, number of beds and specific type of program (elderly, mental illness, Alzheimer's Disease, etc). It also lists the phone numbers of where to make a complaint regarding care.

This site provides information on the various welfare programs and also contains eligibility forms that can be printed and used to apply for services. Medicaid information can also be obtained by calling 800-992-0900.

The Nevada Libraries for the Blind and Physically Handicapped are part of the Library of Congress' National Library Service for the Blind an Physically Handicapped (NLS) network of libraries providing services to blind, visually or physically handicapped individuals. Books and magazines are available on cassette, disc or in Braille. Recorded books and magazines and special playback equipment are loaned to eligible reader free of charge. All reading material are sent to and returned by readers through postage-free mail.

A legislatively created office set up to help the Nevada consumers of health care to be informed and understand their rights and responsibilities under their health plans including workers' compensation policies. We are set up as a one stop shop so to speak to assist with issues such as uninsured, under-insured, prescription needs, assistance in benefit or claims denials - appeals, hospital and provider billing issues. Our goal is to provide assistance through information, counseling, education, and advocacy. You can go into this site and fill out a complaint form, or call or email them with questions.

This sight is interactive and by answering a few simple questions the site will find the pharmaceutical company that may be able to provide assistance with a specific prescription drug. Each company determines the eligibility for its program.

This site has a variety of information for seniors and caregivers.

This site explains the Governor's prescription drug program. If you need help with your medications and to see if you qualify, click on this website.

SHIP provides information, counseling and assistance to Medicare Beneficiaries in Nevada involving a statewide network of volunteers. SHIP includes Project NEON (Nevada Elders on the NET), a statewide network of Internet access points for seniors. SHIP Volunteers offer FREE one-on-one assistance and counseling with respect to many problems seniors encounter regarding Medicare and supplemental health insurance.