Immediate dangerEmergency
Call 911
If someone is in immediate danger, has trouble breathing, collapses, has a seizure, or can’t be awakened.
Official sites and major nonprofits (curated)
Important Services
A short, curated list of websites that are commonly useful for caregivers. These are starting points for benefits, local services, disease information, respite, and VA caregiver support.
Privacy note: Avoid entering sensitive information on random sites. Prefer official government sites and well-known nonprofits.
Crisis / urgent help
If you’re worried about immediate danger, don’t wait. Use these first.
Emotional crisis24/7
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call, text, or chat 988 for free, confidential support in the U.S.
Possible poisoning24/7
Poison Control
Call 1-800-222-1222 for fast, free, confidential help, or use the official online tool.
Abuse / neglectElder
Elder abuse resources
If you suspect abuse, neglect, or exploitation, start with the National Center on Elder Abuse and contact local Adult Protective Services (APS).
Keep a “crisis note” ready: full name, date of birth, address, diagnoses, meds, allergies, baseline behavior, and your contact info.
Government services
Official starting points for programs, benefits, and local referrals.
Local servicesACL
Eldercare Locator
Find local aging services (Area Agencies on Aging) by ZIP code, or call/text for help.
InsuranceMedicare
Medicare
Coverage information, enrollment basics, and plan tools for Medicare.
InsuranceMedicaid
Medicaid
Program info and state-based eligibility/enrollment direction.
BenefitsSSA
Social Security
Retirement, disability, SSI, and Medicare enrollment through Social Security.
CoverageMarketplace
HealthCare.gov
Marketplace coverage and Medicaid/CHIP information.
BenefitsUSAGov
USAGov Benefit Finder
Find potential government benefits and financial help programs.
DementiaFederal
Alzheimers.gov
Federal resource hub for Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
VeteransVA
VA Caregiver Support Program
Support programs and resources for caregivers of Veterans.
Local help211
United Way 211
Confidential help finding local community services (food, housing, utilities, care).
Major nonprofits
Reliable education, tools, and caregiver support resources.
Caregiver helpNonprofit
Family Caregiver Alliance
Caregiving education, self-care resources, and condition-focused guidance.
RespiteLocator
ARCH National Respite Network
Respite education and a respite provider locator.
DementiaSupport
Alzheimer’s Association
Education, care resources, and support for dementia caregivers.
EducationAARP
AARP Caregiving
Caregiving guidance, tools, and planning resources.
SavingsPrograms
BenefitsCheckUp (NCOA)
Find benefit programs that may help with food, prescriptions, utilities, and more.
AdvocacyResearch
National Alliance for Caregiving
Caregiving research and policy resources.
PracticalSupport
Caregiver Action Network
Tools, education, and resources for family caregivers.
Can family caregivers get paid?
Sometimes—often through Medicaid self-directed services, VA programs for eligible Veterans, or private long‑term care insurance.
How to use this page
Keep this list short. The goal is to help caregivers find a trustworthy starting point fast.
1) Start local
Eldercare Locator or 211 → local programs and agencies.
2) Then benefits
Medicare/Medicaid/SSA/USAGov if money or coverage is a concern.
3) Then condition-specific
Alzheimers.gov / Alzheimer’s Association and similar.