Caregiver Classes

Alzheimer's Support Groups

Source: Alzheimer''s Association

Description:

Searchable by location; find the Alzheimer's Assocation anywhere in the United States, and learn about programs and services available in your area, including support groups and educational workshops.


American Cancer Society Support Programs

Source: American Cancer Society

Description:

Support groups and classes for cancer patients and their families.


Family Caregiver Alliance

Description:

Nonprofit organization addressing the needs of families and friends providing long-term care at home. Website contains information, factsheets and contact information to agencies.


Family Caregiving Program

Source: American Red Cross

Description:

Resources to teach skills for caring for the elderly, chronically ill and disabled at home; includes the "Family Caregiving Reference Guide."


National Family Caregiver Support Program

Source: U.S. Administration on Aging

Description:

Website includes a wide variety of resources for family caregivers and professionals in the caregiver support field; includes factsheet with information about family caregiver programs for each state


National Family Caregivers Association

Description:

The National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA) supports, empowers, educates, and speaks up for the more than 50 million Americans who care for a chronically ill, aged, or disabled loved one.


Videocaregiving: a Visual Education Center for Family Caregivers

Source: Terra Nova Films

Description:

Online instructional films for family caregivers; includes videos about practical issues, Alzheimer's disease, stroke.