Alzheimer's Disease/Dementia

Henry Ford Neuroscience Institute

Henry Ford Neuroscience Institute specializes in a coordinated approach to caring for patients with Alzheimer’s disease.

Website: Henry Ford Neuroscience Institute

Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.

Website: Alzheimer’s Association

Phone: 24/7 Helpline (800) 272-3900

Respite Care Assistance

• Payee W-9 Form
• Respite Care Assistance Application
• Respite Care Basics

Care Transitions Program

As a patient or family caregiver, there are several steps you can take to help you be a more informed and effective member of the care team during the transition back home after hospitalization. By knowing what to expect, you may be able to avoid health care complications and re-hospitalization. Explore this website for helpful tools and information from an expert in care transitions, Dr. Eric Coleman, MD, MPH.

Website: The Care Transitions Program – Eric A. Coleman, MD, MPH – Health Care Services for Improving Quality and Safety during Care Hand-offs.

Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan

Multiple Adult Day Health Centers offering several social activities and stimulating projects for adults with cognitive health challenges such as Alzheimer’s and dementia, and other conditions or injuries that require constant supervision.

Website: Services for Seniors

Phone: (248) 537-3300

Dementia Videos

Teepa Snow is a dementia-care education specialist with a background in occupational therapy and over 30 years in clinical practice. She has created these videos to help you learn more about dementia, brain changes, and tips to help you overcome some of these challenges.

Website: Teepa Snow About Dementia videos

Great Lakes Loan Closets 

An online resource to find used medical equipment. 

The links for Michigan counties can be found at https://loanclosets.org/michigan

Nursing Home Compare

Nursing Home Compare has detailed information about every Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home in the country. A nursing home is a place for people who cannot be cared for at home and need 24-hour nursing care.

Website: Nursing Home Compare

Paying For Alzheimer's Care

This article offers a comprehensive guide to memory care services, which provide specialized support for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other memory-related conditions. It explains what memory care is, the types of services offered, and how it differs from other forms of senior care. The page also discusses the cost of memory care, factors affecting pricing, and various financial assistance options available to help cover these expenses. Additionally, it provides tips for selecting a memory care facility and resources for further information and support.

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Paying for Senior Care

Paying for Senior Care, Memory Care