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Aging Life Care Association
A nonprofit organization with thousands of members nationwide dedicated to professional geriatric care management. Connects families with certified experts who guide care decisions and coordinate services.
Alzheimer's Association Iowa Chapter
Offers in-person and virtual support groups for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers, along with a 24 hour helpline and an online community for guidance and connection.
American Heart Association
Dedicated to a world free of cardiovascular diseases and strokes. Provides educational resources, heart health tools, and support programs for patients and caregivers across the country.
Arthritis Foundation
A leading nonprofit offering comprehensive resources, research funding, advocacy, and community programs supporting people living with arthritis and related conditions.
Iowa Office of the Ombudsman
Advocates for the rights, health, safety, and quality of life of individuals in long-term care settings. Investigates complaints and provides individual and systemic advocacy for residents and families.
Iowa Dementia Resource Guide
A comprehensive dementia resource guide available for download and print. Copies also available in Bosnian, French, and Spanish to serve Iowa's diverse communities.
Fall Prevention and Home Safety
Iowa HHS provides extensive resources, research, and practical fact sheets on fall risks and prevention for older adults to help families create safer home environments.
Iowa Legal Aid
A nonprofit law firm providing civil legal assistance, education, and advocacy to low-income and vulnerable Iowans. Areas include housing, family law, public benefits, disaster recovery, and more.
American Parkinson Disease Association Iowa
Supports individuals affected by Parkinson's disease through local support groups, educational and exercise programs, referrals, and community events across Iowa.
Iowa Health and Human Services
Provides comprehensive support to Iowa residents aged 60 and over helping them maintain independence, secure their rights and wellbeing, and address social and economic needs.
Adult Protective Services
Evaluates reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of dependent adults aged 18 or older with physical or mental limitations. Provides safety assessments, referrals to community services, and ongoing protection.
Legal Hotline for Older Iowans
Provides civil legal assistance including advice, negotiation, and referrals to Iowa residents aged 60 and over via a dedicated toll-free number. Available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
National Parkinson Foundation
Dedicated to the care and treatment of people with Parkinson's disease, funding research and support services to improve quality of life for patients and their families nationwide.
Iowa Medicare Resources (SHIIP)
Iowa's Senior Health Insurance Information Program offers confidential, unbiased one-on-one counseling to help Medicare beneficiaries, families, and caregivers understand Medicare options and prevent fraud.
Alzheimer's Store
Products designed for those living with Alzheimer's and dementia supporting safety, comfort, and connection for both patients and caregivers in everyday life.
Accessible Home Health Care of Des Moines
Delivers compassionate 24 hour in-home senior care services including memory loss, companion, respite, long-term, and transitional care while connecting families to vital community resources.
