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Alzheimer Society for Metropolitan Toronto http://www.asmt.org This site is committed to providing family support, education and information. It also provides medical information on the disease. Promotion for the best care possible for persons with Alzheimer and supporting their caregivers is a concern of this organisation. . Support of the efforts being made in finding a cure for Alzheimer Disease and how you can contribute is also included. Website maintained by: Alzheimer Society for Metropolitan Toronto Alzheimer Society of Haldimand-Norfolk http://www.alzhn.ca/ The Alzheimer Friendly Visiting Programme is a no cost service to Alzheimer clients and their families, it gives family members the opportunity to take a break while a trained volunteer cares for the person with Alzheimer’s. Another service provided is the wandering registry. It function is to help locate and keep those client safe that do wander away. An up-to-date resource center is also available. Website maintained by: Alzheimer Society of Haldimand-Norfolk
Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region http://www.iaw.on.ca/~asnr/Those involved in this association believe that care support; education, advocacy and Avondale House (a place for family, and community can come for support and research) are paramount in the understanding and the quality of life for those with Alzheimer’s. Website maintained by: Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region
Alzheimer Society of Ottawa-Carleton (ASOC) http://www.alzheimerott.org/Provides education, support services and research responsive to the needs of individuals with Alzheimer disease and related dementias, as well as the needs of their families and caregivers. Website maintained by: Alzheimer Society of Ottawa-Carleton (ASOC)
Arthritis Canada http://www.arthritis.ca Available in French and English. Contains a great deal of general arthritis information geared to the lay population and consumers with arthritis. Topics include: Living Well (healthy eating, dealing with emotions, family issues, exercise); Types of Arthritis; Research in Action; Headline News; and a provocative section called The Politics of Arthritis. Also on this site is a network for arthritis health care providers. Website maintained by: Arthritis Canada
Arthritis Care http://www.arthritiscare.org.uk/ Website maintained by: Arthritis Care
Caregiver.com http://www.caregiver.com/index.htm A website and magazine (Today's Caregiver Magazine) for, about and by caregivers. The website includes topic-specific newsletters, online discussion lists, back issue articles of Today's Caregiver Magazine, chat rooms and an online store. Website maintained by: Caregiver.com
Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care http://www.dadhc.nsw.gov.au This government department's website includes news, events, publications, grants, links and information on seniors and disability. Website maintained by: Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care
Disability, Aging and Long-Term Care Policy (DALTCP) http://aspe.os.dhhs.gov/daltcp/home.htm DALTCP is charged with developing, analyzing, evaluation and coordinating U.S. Department of Health and Social Services policies and programs which support the independence, productivity, health and long-term care needs of children working age adults and older persons with disabilities. Website maintained by: Disability, Aging and Long-Term Care Policy (DALTCP)
Education Wife Assault http://www.womanabuseprevention.com Includes a free searchable directory of services for abused women with disabilities in seven cities in Ontario, with names and locations of organizations, listings of services and type of access for women with disabilities. Website maintained by: Education Wife Assault
Lewy Body Disease Association and Caregivers Group http://www.lewybodydisease.org Provide information for people with Lewy Body dementia and their caregivers or families. Website maintained by: Lewy Body Disease Association and Caregivers Group
Peace of Mind - Caring for Seniors at Home http://members.shaw.ca/bcseniorsThis site is intended to provide a list of available resources in BC's Lower Mainland to help others while coping with long term illness. Website maintained by: Peace of Mind - Caring for Seniors at Home
Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Aging with a Disability http://www.agingwithdisability.org One of two rehabilitation centers located at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center in Downey, California. vestigate the impact of aging on persons with a disability, examining issues such as health changes, psychological reactions, family needs, and job accommodation. It specializes in new research on aging with disability and providing training to physicians, direct service professionals, and consumers. Its website includes publications, research projects and real-life situations. Website maintained by: Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Aging with a Disability |
