Client Resources
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization serving adults aged 50 and older. Their mission is to enhance quality of life as we age by promoting positive social change and providing members with information, advocacy, and supportive services.
The Alzheimer’s Association is a leading voluntary organization dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Their mission includes advancing research to eliminate Alzheimer’s, providing support for affected individuals and families, and promoting brain health to reduce dementia risk.
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA)
The AFA focuses on delivering quality care and support to people living with dementia, as well as their caregivers and families, through member organizations committed to improving life for those affected.
Contrary to popular belief, Medicare does not cover all long-term care costs after age 65. Medicare.gov is a valuable resource to understand which services are covered and where additional insurance or planning may be needed.
National Council on Aging (NCOA)
The NCOA provides tools, tips, and resources designed to help older adults and caregivers maintain independence and enhance daily living.
The Parkinson’s Foundation works to improve life for individuals with Parkinson’s disease by advancing care and supporting research toward a cure. They also offer guidance for when additional assistance may be necessary.
Paying for Care – Long-Term Care Funding
The cost of long-term care varies depending on the setting—home, hospital, assisted living, or nursing facility—and the individual’s financial resources. Many people use a combination of personal funds, government programs, and private financing. The National Institute on Aging offers a helpful overview of these options.
Rock Steady Boxing is a nonprofit organization with locations across the U.S., providing a non-contact, boxing-based fitness program designed to improve the quality of life for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Local classes are available nationwide.