Senior Links
Caring for someone with memory loss is easier when you know where to turn. These are the resources most often recommended by national caregiving organizations, health systems and government agencies, plus local help for families in Sumter, Lake and Marion counties.
National resources
- Alzheimer’s Association: Information on Alzheimer’s and other dementias, local support groups, and a free 24/7 Helpline at 1-800-272-3900.
- National Institute on Aging: Free, research-based guides on aging, dementia and caregiving from the federal government. See also Alzheimers.gov.
- AARP Family Caregiving: Practical caregiving guides, checklists and a local resource finder.
- Eldercare Locator: A federal service that connects families to local help such as meals, transportation, respite and in-home services. Call or text 1-800-677-1116.
- Medicare.gov: Coverage information, plan comparisons, and Care Compare ratings for doctors, hospitals and other providers.
- VA Geriatrics and Extended Care: Long-term care options and caregiver support for veterans. Also see our page on the VA Aid and Attendance benefit.
- Caregiver Action Network: Peer support and education for family caregivers.
- BenefitsCheckUp: A free screener from the National Council on Aging that finds benefits a senior may qualify for, such as help with food, utilities and prescriptions.
- LongTermCare.gov: A plain-language guide to long-term care options and how to pay for them.
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys: Find an elder law attorney for Medicaid planning, powers of attorney and guardianship.
- Well Spouse Association: Support for husbands and wives caring for a spouse.
Local Florida resources
- Elder Options: The Area Agency on Aging serving Sumter, Lake, Marion and 13 other North Central Florida counties. Helpline: 1-800-262-2243.
- Florida Elder Helpline: Connects you to your local Aging and Disability Resource Center for in-home services, caregiver support and Medicaid long-term care screening. Call 1-800-96-ELDER (1-800-963-5337).
- Florida SHINE: Free, unbiased one-on-one Medicare and health insurance counseling. Call 1-800-96-ELDER.
Generations Senior Living is not affiliated with these organizations. Phone numbers and programs may change; check each website for current information.
Have questions about memory care for someone you love? Call Generations Senior Living at (352) 474-2696 or schedule a tour of one of our three homes near The Villages.