The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, based in New York, is a leading non-profit organization that unites more than 1,600 member organizations nationwide with the goal of providing optimal care and services to individuals confronting dementia, and to their caregivers and families. Its services include a toll-free hot line, educational materials, a free quarterly magazine for caregivers, professional training and national standards of excellence in dementia care. For more information about AFA, call toll-free 866-AFA-8484 or visit www.alzfdn.org.

Senior Helpers connects professional caregivers with seniors who wish to live at home as opposed to in a nursing or assisted living facility. The company has 300 franchises in 39 states and one in Canada offering a wide range of personal and companion care services to assist seniors living independently, with a strong focus on quality of life for the client and peace of mind for their families. Senior Helpers strives to be the leading companion and personal care provider that offers dependable, consistent, and affordable home care. Senior Helpers’ Senior Gems Program is the first of its kind in the in-home care industry. It is a step-by-step guide that teaches caregivers and families how to care for their beloved seniors through each stage of dementia and Alzheimer’s. The program aims to improve the lives of families touched by these debilitating diseases with local and national initiatives. For more information, please visit www.seniorhelpers.com.