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Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease aren’t the same. Dementia is an overall term used to describe symptoms that impact memory, performance of daily activities, and communication abilities. There are many types of dementia, but Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type. Alzheimer’s disease gets worse with time and affects memory, language, and thought.
AADMD – The NTG – National Task Group
A coalition working to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementia.
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Aging in Place
Tips on staying in your home and aging gracefully.
No phone number listed
Alzheimer’s Association – Illinois Chapter
Leading organization for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.
Phone: 800.272.3900
Alzheimer’s Association Support Groups
Find caregiver support groups.
Phone: 800.272.3900
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
Supports individuals with dementia and their caregivers through 2,600+ member organizations.
Phone: 866.232.8484
Alzheimer’s Society
UK charity supporting people with dementia and funding research.
Phone:0333.150.3456
American Federation for Aging Research
Funds biomedical research on aging.
Phone: 888.582.2327
American Society on Aging
Connects professionals in elderly care through education and events.
Phone: 800.537.9728
Buck Institute for Research on Aging
Oldest independent U.S. research facility focused on aging-related diseases.
Phone: 415.209.2000
Dartmouth Institute for Aging Research
Improves clinical practice and health policy for older adults.
Phone: 603.653.3460
ElderGURU – Aging and Living Gracefully
Guidance on adjusting your home for aging.
No phone number listed
Encouraging Comfort Care: A Guide for Families with Dementia
Phone: 847.933.2413
Family Caregiver Alliance – National Center on Caregiving
Supports caregivers of adults with chronic health conditions.
Phone: 800.445.8106
Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation
Provides Alzheimer’s facts and resources.
Phone: 800.ALZINFO (800.259.4636)
FTD/PPA Support Group – Northwestern Campus
Support group for caregivers of people with Frontotemporal Degeneration and Primary Progressive Aphasia. Meets monthly in Chicago, IL.
Phone: 312.908.9432
Gerontological Society of America
Shares aging research with professionals and policymakers.
Phone: 202.842.1275
HHS.gov – U.S. Dept of Health and Human Services – Aging
Healthy aging resources.
Phone: 877.696.6775
Human Ageing Genomic Resources (HAGR)
Databases and tools for studying the genetics of aging.
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Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA)
Supports independent living for older adults in Illinois.
Phone: 866.800.1409
Institute for Aging Research
Harvard-affiliated center developing treatments for aging-related conditions.
No phone number listed
National Council on Aging
Provides resources to improve the lives of older adults.
Phone: 571.527.3900
NIH – National Institute on Aging: Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias
Comprehensive site on Alzheimer’s basics, caregiving, and treatments.
Phone: 800.222.2225
Northeastern IL Age Guide
Coordinates resources like meals, transportation, and caregiver support.
Phone: 800.528.2000
Northwestern Medicine – Simon Laboratory – Healthy Aging
Research on healthy aging.
No phone number listed
Stages of Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease typically progresses slowly in three stages: early, middle and late (sometimes referred to as mild, moderate and severe in a medical context). Since Alzheimer’s affects people in different ways, each person may experience dementia symptoms — or progress through the stages — differently.
Phone: 800.272.3900
The Alzheimer’s Store
Products for people with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers.
Phone: 800.752.3238
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