Help & Information
These are the places my family and I have turned to. If you or someone you love is facing memory loss, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
If you need help now
Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline: 800-272-3900. Free, confidential support for people living with dementia and their caregivers, day or night. alz.org
Alzheimers.gov: the U.S. government’s hub for information on Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
NIA Alzheimer’s and related Dementias Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center: 800-438-4380, from the National Institute on Aging.
Eldercare Locator: 800-677-1116. Connects families with local services for older adults.
Worried about memory changes?
Forgetfulness isn’t always Alzheimer’s, and some causes of memory problems are treatable. If you’re noticing changes in yourself or someone you love, talk to a doctor. Getting checked early gives you more options and more time to plan. And a diagnosis isn’t the end of the road: new treatments are being rolled out all the time, so ask your doctor which ones might be right for you.
For caregivers
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Local to Tampa Bay Area
Axiom Brain Health: 2919 W. Swann Ave., Suite 105A, Tampa, FL 33609 · (813) 353-9613. Free memory screenings and clinical research studies, including access to new treatments being studied.
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This site shares Joe’s personal experience for general information only and is not medical advice. The organizations, providers and programs listed here are shared for convenience and are not endorsements or recommendations; please check them out for yourself. Always talk with your own doctor or a qualified healthcare professional about diagnosis, screening and treatment. In an emergency, call 911.