Caregivers Information

Referred to as the "second victim" of Alzheimer's disease, a caregiver's life is significantly impacted when a relative is diagnosed with a cognitive impairment like Alzheimer's disease. Because of this, Alzheimer's Family Day Center also strives to provide resources for caregivers. Below you can find information about our Caregiving at a Glance publication, online resources for caregivers, and services for the aging, and links to our educational programs for caregivers.

Caregiving at a Glance

Caregiving at a Glance is AFDC's fingertip guide for families caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's. Two distinct versions are available - free of charge for family members (limited to one copy per household) and at a modest fee for professionals caring for people with an Alzheimer's-type illness.  Techniques and strategies to empower caregivers address topics such as: troublesome behaviors, communication, eating, bathing and more. To order a copy, please contact us by email or call us at 703-204-4664.

Caregiving Articles

5 Tips for Maintaining a Social Network as a Caregiver
5 Tips for Getting your Ducks in a Row, legally!
5 Tips for Keeping the "Vacation" in Travel

Caregiving Resources

Alzheimers.gov
Caregiver.com
Caregiving.com
Caring From a Distance
The National Family Caregivers Association
The National Respite Network
KnowItAlz.com

Services for the Aging

National Council on the Aging
Guide to Retirement Living (DC/MD/VA and DE/PA/NJ)
National Adult Day Services Association
The New York Times list of resources (as of 7/2008)

Additional Training

Caregiver Education and Training 
AFDC offers drop-in classes and caregiver training courses throughout the year. Be sure to check out our calendar for a complete listing of upcoming events.