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Other Resources: (in alphabetical order)
http://www.aarp.org/ AARP “is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over. AARP is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age. We lead positive social change and deliver value to members through information, advocacy and service. AARP also provides a wide range of unique benefits, special products, and services for our members. These benefits include AARP Web site at www.aarp.org, ‘AARP The Magazine,’ the monthly ‘AARP Bulletin,’ and a Spanish-language newspaper, ‘Segunda Juventud’.” On the AARP home page, click on the Browse by Topic drop-down list and select Care and Family. You will find a list of sub-categories with articles, consumer guides and other resources; caregiving is an important sub-topic.
http://www.adventisthealthnw.com/ Adventist Medical Center-Portland ”Long devoted to caring for the whole person—mind, body and spirit—we think you will find that our mission, history and value system add up to make our health care truly distinctive.”
Adventist Home Health Care, “provided for home-bound patients, is a cost-effective alternative for individuals who have a confining illness, or are recuperating from a hospital stay at a long-term care facility. Our home health services encompass a wide variety of simple to complex procedures and therapies, including: Skilled Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Medical Social Work, Home Health Aide. Featured services include: Home Health, Hospice, Personal Care, Home Medical Equipment, Home Oxygen, Home Infusion Therapy."
http://www.alz.org/ Alzheimer’s Association “When Alzheimer’s disease touches your life, the Alzheimer’s Association is here to help. We can provide you a warm, knowledgeable voice on the phone, face-to-face counsel and support, accurate information, the safe return of a loved one or first- rate professional education. And, wherever you are, we are here for you. Through our nationwide network of 81 chapters and more than 220 local points of service, you will receive one-on-one assistance from caring and knowledgeable staff. Whether you are a care partner needing assistance navigating local care and support options or a residential direct care staff person looking for an accredited education program, our goal is to embrace all those that need our help.” This website provides information, articles, and publications for those whose loved ones are impacted by Alzheimer’.
http://www.alzheimers-oregon.org/ Alzheimer’s Association, Oregon Chapter “Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research and to enhance care and support for individuals, their families and caregivers.” Provides information about Oregon area resources.
http://www.compassionandchoices.org/ Compassion & Choices “January 1, 2005: Compassion & Choices is formed by unifying Compassion in Dying and End-of-Life Choices. The roots of Compassion & Choices spring from the experience, courage and success of its predecessor organizations. These two formidable organizations each played pivotal roles in laying the foundation during the formative years of the choice-in-dying movement. A new entity, one that could draw upon the strengths of each organization, was needed to navigate the rigorous journey ahead. The call to action has been sounded; Compassion & Choices is poised to move forward bringing with us our heritage, commitment and courage. We are active in legislatures and courts to reform laws that limit a patient’s rights to excellent end-of-life care and personal control; active in representing the interests of patients at the U.S. Supreme Court; over 50,000 members and donors strong throughout the United States; over 90 local groups meeting across the country to support each other and the movement.
www.eldersaction.org/ Elders in Action “located in Portland, Oregon, is a private nonprofit organization whose mission is ‘To assure a vibrant community through the active involvement of older adults.’ For more than 30 years, Elders in Action has worked to improve the quality of life for older adults. The organization represents the interests of seniors in the Portland metropolitan area through volunteer-driven programs.”
http://www.legacyhealth.org/body.cfm?id=765 Legacy Caregiver Services “Providing care for a family member or friend can be both rewarding and challenging. Legacy Caregiver Service's motto is ‘Helping Families Help Themselves.’ Friendly, knowledgeable staff are available by telephone or in person to answer your questions and provide you with helpful resources.” Services available from Legacy Caregiver Services include: Caregiver Information and Education, including the Powerful Tools classes; Caregiver Respite Listing; Caregiver Program Development and Research.
http://www.ohca.com/consumers.htm Oregon Health Care Association (OHCA) “Oregon’s Voice for Long-Term Care and Senior Housing…..This (consumer) section of the website provides useful links, resources, and links to our facility directories.” See more information by clicking on each of the following links: Key Links, Locate a Facility, Oregon Long Term Care, Selecting a Facility.
www.oregonlawhelp.org OregonLawHelp Free Legal Information for Low Income Oregonians; includes a Directory of Legal Aid Programs and information in several languages.
http://www.osbar.org/index.html Oregon State Bar Click on “About Oregon Law” for information from the Oregon State Bar's Tel-law service, a collection of recorded legal information messages prepared by the lawyers of Oregon. Clicking on the links will allow you to read transcripts of this information. Topics include Estates, Wills and Elder Law Index; Public Benefits Protection of Elders & Disabled Adults from Violence & Emotional Abuse, Nursing Home Resident's Rights and Financial Abuse of Vulnerable Adults. Click on “Getting Legal Help” to find Lawyer Referral Services, Low Cost Legal Help, Modest Means Program, Problem Solvers, Do It Yourself legal help and a link to the web site for OregonLawHelp.
http://www.parkinsonsresources.org/ Parkinson's Resources of Oregon “was formed in 1980 when a group of Portland area patients organized the first Parkinson's support group in the region……Keeping focus on our clients and their needs, PRO serves the Parkinson's community of both Oregon and southern Washington. While support groups remain a central part of our program, our scope of service has expanded and now includes: Exercise and Movement Classes, Personal Response to Inquiries, Advocacy, Educational Programs, Support Groups, Bi-Monthly Newsletter and Lending Library.”
http://www.providence.org/Oregon/Programs_and_Services/Center_on_Aging/Default.htm Providence Center on Aging Programs and Services for Older Adults "include Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment, Foot Care Clinics, Home Health Services, Hospice, Home Infusion, Home Medical Equipment, Providence Senior Services in Medford, Senior Housing & Day Centers. Providence ElderPlace is a community-based alternative to full-time nursing care that offers a complete package of health and social services to frail seniors, both in the home and at ElderPlace day centers."
http://www.tuality.com/services / "This unique service provides a wide range of comprehensive inpatient and outpatient mental health services for older adults. The program assists those struggling with depression, grief and loss, stress and anxiety, and other mental health issues. Mental health screenings are available for those who are finding it difficult to function in daily life due to emotional or behavioral problems.”
