Whether you need a helpline, a local support group, caregiver training, or help navigating the healthcare system — these resources are here for you.
The leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support, and research. Provides free care consultation, support groups, education programs, and the 24/7 helpline.
alz.org →A service of the National Institute on Aging. Provides current, comprehensive, and reliable information about Alzheimer's disease for patients, caregivers, and health professionals.
nia.nih.gov →The official U.S. government portal for information on Alzheimer's and dementia research, treatment, clinical trials, caregiving resources, and federal programs.
alzheimers.gov →Official registry of all U.S. clinical trials. Search for Alzheimer's or dementia trials enrolling near you. ADRD Louisiana can help you understand eligibility and connect with research teams.
clinicaltrials.gov →Specialized information, research support, and a care consultation service specifically for Lewy body dementia — a commonly misdiagnosed form of dementia with unique treatment considerations.
lbda.org →Resources specifically for family caregivers — covering education, peer support, advocacy, and practical tools for managing the demands of caring for someone with dementia or other chronic conditions.
caregiveraction.org →These programs are tailored to Louisiana residents and address the unique needs of our communities, including rural access and health disparity challenges.
Your local chapter provides care consultations, support groups throughout the state, and community education programs. Free services for patients and families.
Louisiana's official public health roadmap for addressing Alzheimer's and related dementias — including goals for early diagnosis, risk reduction, and caregiver support across the state.
State health department resources on Alzheimer's prevention, cognitive decline, and healthy aging in Louisiana. Includes community-level data and public health resources.
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans offers specialty neurology and neuropsychology services, as well as participation in Alzheimer's research programs.
Tulane University Medical Center provides comprehensive memory evaluation, neuroimaging, neuropsychological testing, and access to clinical trials for Alzheimer's and related dementias.
Statewide services including Area Agencies on Aging, home-based services, and caregiver support programs. A key connector to local services throughout all Louisiana parishes.
Louisiana's 168,000 unpaid dementia caregivers provide an estimated 256 million hours of care annually. Caregiver wellbeing is inseparable from patient wellbeing.
Contact ADRD Louisiana directly. We'll help you find the right resource, specialist, or program for your specific situation.
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