caregivers

A directory of evidence-based dementia support programs for informal caregivers is now available online, released in partnership between Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging and Family Caregiving Alliance (FCA). People who provide care for friends or family members with dementia can use the directory to identify programs that: Are available in person, online, or over the phone; Reduce caregiver stress and improve well-being; Increase confidence in caregiving Community-based organizations that serve informal caregivers may also find the directory helpful for conducting side-by-side comparisons of programs and or determining which evidence-based support program to adopt.

An online hub of housing and support information, the Autism Housing Network (AHN) is not only autism-specific, but offers a platform for citizens with I/DD to explore housing and support options. Users can create a custom toolkit using the Resource Directory. Housing Directory also includes private-pay and emerging housing opportunities. The blog shares ideas in supportive housing. The Education section offers a virtual tour of housing and support options, Turning 18 Checklist, and infographics

Your source for healthy aging information that you can trust. The McMaster Optimal Aging Portal is a website developed by McMaster University to provide public access to evidence-based information about prevalent seniors’ conditions and health concerns. The content is presented in a consumer-friendly format and is based on the latest systematically reviewed research evidence.