Helpful Websites
Caring for a loved one can be exhausting and challenging, but can also be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do. You might not know what to expect or what to do, but you should be aware that there is help available to you. Knowing more about what resources are available can help you care for your loved one. Below is a list of helpful websites to help you through your journey.
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Disease-specific Associations
ALS Association
Information, resources and support groups for persons living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, and their loved ones.
Alzheimer's Association
Information, resources and support groups for persons living with Alzheimer's Disease/Dementia and their loved ones
American Cancer Society
Information and resources for persons living with cancer and their loved ones.
American Diabetes Association
Information and resources for persons living with diabetes and their loved ones.
American Heart Association
Information and resources for persons living with heart disease and their loved ones.
American Lung Association
Information and resources for persons living with pulmonary disease and their loved ones.
The Arthritis Foundation
Information and resources for persons living with arthritis and their loved ones.
Healthcare Provider Associations
LeadingAge Ohio
Advocates on behalf of Ohio values based, mission driven aging services providers serving older adults.
National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC)
Represents the interests and concerns of home care agencies, hospices, home care aide organizations, and medical equipment suppliers.
National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO)
Represents hospice and palliative care programs and professionals throughout the United States.
Ohio Healthcare Association (OHCA)
Represents Ohio nursing facilities, assisted living communities and intermediate care facilities for the mentally retarded (ICF/MR).
Ohio Hospital Association (OHA)
Represents 169 hospitals and 18 health systems throughout Ohio.
Ohio Nurses Association (ONA)
Promotes and protects nurses, the nursing profession, and those who receive nursing care.
Ohio Osteopathic Association (OOA)
Represents Ohio osteopathic physicians, 11 hospitals that are members of the Ohio Osteopathic Hospital Association, and the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine (OU-COM).
Ohio State Medical Association (OSMA)
Represents 20,000 Ohio physicians, residents, medical students and practice managers.
Health Insurance Information
Medicare
The official U.S. Government site for the Medicare program.
Ohio Department of Insurance
Ohio administrative agency responsible for regulating the insurance industry.
Ohio Drug Card
Free, statewide discount prescription assistance program. Ohio residents can download a FREE card and locate participating pharmacies.
OSHIIP
The Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) provides free health insurance information and services to Medicare beneficiaries and the people that care for them.
Caregiver Support and Resources
AssistedLiving.org
Assisted Living is a community organization that prioritizes helping those who are disabled and the elderly fully enjoy their healthy years and age gracefully. Their organization creates and publishes comprehensive, unbiased, free web-based resources. They have been featured on the Parkinson’s Foundation, US Department of Health and Human Services - Health Finder, Global Healthspan Policy Institute, and is referenced by many governmental agencies and organizations across the web.
Bobby's Books
Bobby’s Books is a program that uses books to help children and adults deal with difficult issues. Using children's literature as a springboard for conversations will give kids the chance to express their feelings and tell their own stories.
Caring Connections
Caring Connections holds resources for patients, caregivers, employers and communities seeking compassionate end of life experiences.
Caring.com
Caring.com exists to help family caregivers like you make better decisions, save time and money and feel less alone. Looking for senior care can be stressful and confusing, and you may be unsure where to start. Whether you’re looking for a senior living community or help with in-home care, Caring.com offers resources to help you understand your options, learn about financing and guide you through the process.
Conversations of a Lifetime
Website dedicated to discussing the importance of talking about your care and end of life wishes.
Dementia Guide Book: A Helping Hand for Family Members of Dementia Patients
According to the Institute for Dementia Research & Prevention, there are at least 5 million individuals in the US with age-related dementias. These numbers will only continue to rise with the aging of the US population.
Episcopal Retirement Services has several decades of experience in handling this disease and have created this Dementia Guidebook as a resource to caregivers of dementia patients so that your loved one ages as successfully as possible.
In this guidebook you'll learn:
- What dementia is and how it progresses
- Advice on caring for a loved one with dementia
- How to evaluate a senior care facility for its ability to care for a dementia patient
- Resources and much more!
Family Caregiver Alliance
An organization dedicated to addressing the needs of families and friends providing long-term care at home.
Mesothelioma.net
An organization dedicated to providing mesothelioma cancer victims and their families with top quality free information and resources, as well as the best medical and financial assistance to those who request help.addressing the needs of families and friends providing long-term care at home.
Moments of Life
Dedicated website from to raise awareness to show all Americans that hospice focuses on living and enables special moments and memories at the end of a life for patients and loved ones. Here personal stories, access caregiver resources and more.
My Care Community
MyCareCommunity was created with caregivers in mind – to help make the challenging, yet rewarding, experience of providing care to a loved one a little bit easier. It includes free tools and resources to provide you with the information you need to be a more educated caregiver.
National Family Caregivers Association
Educates, supports, empowers and speaks up for the more than 65 million Americans who care for loved ones with a chronic illness or disability or the frailties of old age.
Ohio Department of Aging
ODA functions as a clearinghouse for programs, services and information for older Ohioans and their caregivers.
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities
DODD functions as a clearinghouse for programs, services and information for Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
Resources for Children
This link will take you to the Bobby's Books links page which has an exhaustive list of organizations dedicated to serving children who have been touched by illness.
Resources for Funeral and End-of-Life Planning
This link will provide you with a variety of resources and information on legal, planning, grief, caregiver issues and funeral planning.
Senior Caregiver Alliance
A community of support to help individuals as they navigate the unique requirements and challenges of caring for a senior by offering resources, inspiration and hope to those in need.
The Conversation Project
dedicated to helping people talk about their wishes for end-of-life care.
Too many people are dying in a way they wouldn’t choose, and too many of their loved ones are left feeling bereaved, guilty, and uncertain.
- See more at: http://theconversationproject.org/about/#sthash.mJAqIu4t.dpufDedicated to helping people talk about their wishes for end of life care. Too many people are dying in a way they wouldn't choose, and too many of their loved ones are left feeling bereaved, guilty and uncertain.
The Wellness Community
Dedicated to providing free emotional support, education and hope for people with cancer and their loved ones. Locations in Columbus and Cincinnati.
Advocacy Sites
Hospice Action Network
The Hospice Action Network (NHPCO HAN) is dedicated to preserving and expanding access to Hospice care in America connecting advocates with one another and providing them with the tools they need to fight for the hospice cause at home, in Washington, and online.
Mesothelioma.net
An organization dedicated to providing mesothelioma cancer victims and their families with top quality free information and resources, as well as the best medical and financial assistance to those who request help.addressing the needs of families and friends providing long-term care at home.
NAHC Legislative Action Network
National Association for Home Care and Hospice advocacy site informs you of issues impacting the home care and hospice industries and how to get involved.
