CAREGIVER SUPPORT/EDUCATION

This list is not comprehensive and is continually being improved and updated.

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AARP CAREGIVING RESOURCE

Provides information on resources and programs for caregivers.

877-333-5885
http://aarp.org/caregiving


ALS ASSOCIATION

Provides information and support for both patient and family.

Offers many volunteer opportunities.

414-763-2220
http://alsawi.org

Also listed under: Disability Resources
Health Services
Volunteer Opportunities


ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION

Provides resources for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

800-272-3900 Helpline
http://alz.org

Also listed under: Advocacy
Dementia/Memory Loss


AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION WISCONSIN

Provides Parkinson disease support, education, and mind/body programs.

Provides a stipend to Parkinson patients for respite care services.

PO Box 14381, Madison, WI - Directions
608-345-7938
http://apdaparkinson.org/wisconsin

Also listed under: Advocacy
Disability Resources


ASK MEDICARE

Offers web-based Medicare information and resources to help with caregiving.

http://medicare.gov


CAREGIVER TELECONNECTION

Provides free telephone learning sessions with professional experts.

866-390-6491
http://wellmedcharitablefoundation.org


CAREGIVERS ACTION NETWORK

Provides education, peer support, and resources to family caregivers.

202-454-3970
http://caregiveraction.org


CAREPATROL FOX CITIES

Provides no cost assistance in finding safer assisted living, memory care, and senior living options.

920-428-0827
http://carepatrol.com

Also listed under: Care Planning/Coordination


CARINGBRIDGE.ORG

Provides website that connects and supports caregivers with others.

http://caringbridge.org


COYLE CARE MANAGEMENT AND CONSULTING

Provides coaching and assistance to family and caregivers.

Assists elders and families to evaluate, coordinate, and manage care.

P.O. Box 1464, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-740-8441
http://coylecaremanagement.com

Also listed under: Care Planning/Coordination


ELDERCARE LOCATOR

Provides website and call center linking residents to agencies that serve residents over 60 and their caregivers.

Offers nationwide directory assistance for older residents to locate local resources.

Spanish interpreter available.

800-677-1116
http://eldercare.acl.gov

Also listed under: Information and Assistance/Referral


FAITH-BASED FAMILY SUPPORT

First Congregational Church
724 E South River St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-954-1550
http://namifoxvalley.org


FAMILY CAREGIVER ALLIANCE

Presents webinar on benefits available to caregivers of veterans.

Provides telephone support to family caregivers.

800-445-8106
http://caregiver.org

Also listed under: Veterans Assistance


FOX VALLEY MEMORY PROJECT

Provides resources and support to people living with dementia, their care partners/families, and the community.

Email: info@foxvalleymemoryproject.org

Provides resources support, cognitive and physical activities for participants with memory loss.
-Memory Cafes and outings
-Memory Loss Resource Center
-MindWorks Class
-Memory Link Program

Offers caregiver support services.

Provides volunteer opportunities at the Memory Loss Resource Center and Memory Cafes.

1800 Appleton Rd, Menasha, WI - Directions
920-225-1711
http://foxvalleymemoryproject.org

Also listed under: Dementia/Memory Loss
Support Groups
Volunteer Opportunities


GREATER WISCONSIN AGENCY ON AGING RESOURCES (GWAAR)

Monitors federal Older Americans Act serving residents over 60 years. (Nutrition Program, Transportation, Elder Benefit Specialist, Advocacy)

1414 MacArthur Rd, Suite A, Madison, WI - Directions
608-243-5670
http://gwaar.org

Also listed under: Advocacy
Government Services


MOSAIC FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Provides encouragement and support to caregivers.

** Now located in Fox Commons (formerly City Center). Entrance and Parking on north side of Fox Commons.

Mosaic Family Health
100 N Oneida St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-997-8436
920-832-2783


Also listed under: Support Groups


MOSAIC FAMILY HEALTH

Provides comprehensive memory loss assessment, family caregiver support group, and RCI REACH in-home caregiver counseling, and support to caregivers caring for a loved one with memory loss.

**Now located in Fox Commons (formerly City Center). Entrance and Parking on northside of Fox Commons.**

100 N Oneida St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-560-7167
http://mosaicfamilyhealth.org


NAMI FOX VALLEY FAMILY SUPPORT AND EDUCATION

Provides support groups for families, caregivers, and loved ones, living with individuals with mental illness.

NAMI Fox Valley
211 E. Franklin St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-954-1550
http://namifoxvalley.org

Also listed under: Support Groups


NAMI FOX VALLEY FAMILY TO FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAM

Provides education and support to families of those with mental illness.

NAMI Fox Valley
211 E. Franklin St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-954-1550
http://namifoxvalley.org

Also listed under: Support Groups


NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING - ALZHEIMER'S CAREGIVING

Offers Alzheimer's disease education and referral.

800-222-2225
http://nia.nih.gov


OUTAGAMIE CAREGIVER COALITION

Provides a caregiver support network with educational resources.

920-745-8487



RESPITE CARE ASSOCIATION OF WISCONSIN

Provides temporary relief through respite care for families and caregivers.

1835 E Edgewood Dr, Suite 105, Appleton, WI - Directions
608-222-2033
http://respitecarewi.org


ST. PAUL ELDER SERVICES HOFFMAN MEMORY CARE RESOURCE CENTER

Provides care partner support to those with loved ones dealing with memory disorders.

Provides an array of quality memory care resources and support services to individuals, couples, and family affected by all types of memory loss.

221 E 13th St, Kaukauna, WI - Directions
920-766-6020
http://stpaulelders.org

Also listed under: Dementia/Memory Loss
Home Care Services - Non Medical - CHART
Support Groups


ST. PAUL SERVICES CAREGIVER SUPPORT

Provides in home support and respite.

316 E 14th St, Kaukauna, WI - Directions
920-766-6020
http://stpaulelders.org


THE MEADOWS AT TOUCHMARK ON WEST PROSPECT

Provides supportive Memory Care and monthly support group for those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or other dementia.

2601 Touchmark Dr, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-832-9100
http://touchmarkappleton.com

Also listed under: Dementia/Memory Loss
Support Groups


VA CAREGIVER SUPPORT COURSES

Offers free courses through the VA and PsychArmor Institute.

http://psycharmor.org/caregivers


VALLEY VNA SENIOR CARE SERVICES

Offers caregiver programming and respite care.

Offers options and solutions to manage care.

1535 Lyon Dr, Neenah, WI - Directions
920-727-5555
http://valleyvna.org

Also listed under: Care Planning/Coordination


VETERAN CAREGIVER SUPPORT

Offers caregiver support and services to U.S. Veterans.

Offers support to veteran caregivers.

855-260-3274 Helpline
http://caregiver.va.gov

Also listed under: Veterans Assistance


WISCONSIN FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT NETWORK

Offers caregiving information, support, and resources.

866-739-2372
http://wisconsincaregiver.org


WISCONSIN RESPITE REGISTRY

Provides online matching service for families in need of respite care providers.

608-222-2033
http://respitecarewi.org