Work/Life

Resources for Caregivers

University Elder Caregiving Discussion Group

If you are a caregiver for a relative or close personal friend, you may want to consider joining this group.

These monthly brown bag sessions provide an opportunity to exchange information about care-related issues, such as, legal, financial and medical questions.

For further information, please call Phyllis Ellis, work/life coordinator at 7-1460; or, register at p-ellis@northwestern.edu

AARP – Offers free materials and information covering a wide variety of care giving topics.

Family Caregiver Alliance – Links to information and resources for caregivers.

National Alliance for Caregiving – Access tip sheets, books, websites related to family care giving.

National Association of Geriatric Care Managers – Learn about geriatric care managers, what they can do, how to find one, and important considerations to help you find a good fit for your relative’s needs.

North Shore Senior Center – Local private, not for profit agency that links seniors to community services and offers lifelong learning programs.