Helpful curated resources to navigate legal planning, caregiving, medical decisions and more.
Having the Conversation
Five Wishes (Aging with Dignity)
A simple, legal advance directive document recognized in most states.
National Elder Law Foundation
Find Certified Elder Law Attorneys in your area.
POLST.org
Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment — state forms and info.
ABA Commission on Law & Aging
Legal resources for older adults and their families.
American Bar Association — Estate Planning
Comprehensive estate planning resources from the ABA.
AARP Estate Planning Resources
Guides on wills, trusts, and end-of-life planning.
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Find an elder law attorney specializing in estate and care planning.
Nolo — Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning
Plain-language legal guides for creating wills and trusts.
Benefits.gov
Find federal and state benefit programs you may qualify for.
Medicaid.gov
Long-term care, home and community-based services coverage.
Social Security Administration
Retirement, disability, and survivor benefits information.
BenefitsCheckUp (NCOA)
Quickly find benefit programs for older adults.
Care Options
Medicare Care Compare
Compare care quality for nursing homes, doctors, hospitals, hospice centers, and more.
Caring.com Senior Living
Search assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes near you.
HUD Housing for Seniors
Federal housing options and assistance for older adults.
AARP Home & Family
Aging in place, home safety, and housing resources.
AARP Caregiving Resource Center
Guides, tools, and support for family caregivers.
Caregiver Action Network
Education, peer support, and resources for family caregivers.
Family Caregiver Alliance
Fact sheets, webinars, and a national database of services.
CDC Caregiving Resources
Health tips and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control.
Family Caregiver Alliance
Fact sheets, webinars, and support for family caregivers including burnout and grief resources.
AARP Caregiver Life Balance
Tools and tips for managing stress, preventing burnout, and finding balance.
GriefShare — Support Groups
Find local and online grief support groups for caregivers and those who have lost a loved one.
National Alliance for Caregiving
Research, advocacy, and resources for family caregivers across the country.
The Conversation Project
Guides to help families talk about end-of-life wishes and difficult topics.
Calm — Meditation & Sleep App
Guided meditations and sleep tools to help caregivers recharge and reduce stress.
Alzheimer's Association
Resources, 24/7 helpline, and care guidance for dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
American Heart Association
Heart disease education, prevention tips, and caregiver resources.
American Cancer Society
Information on cancer types, treatments, and support for patients and caregivers.
American Diabetes Association
Guides on managing diabetes, blood sugar monitoring, and complications.
COPD Foundation
Education and support for those living with COPD and other respiratory conditions.
American Stroke Association
Stroke prevention, recovery resources, and caregiver support.
Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care (PAC™)
Practical, compassionate videos on dementia care from a leading occupational therapist and dementia care specialist.
Eldercare Locator: 1-800-677-1116
Connect to local services for older adults and caregivers.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for mental health crisis support.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233 — Support for elder abuse and domestic violence.
SAMHSA Helpline: 1-800-662-4357
Substance abuse and mental health treatment referrals.
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