Here are links to useful services for aging in place and long distance caregiving.Have a special need that you'd like to discuss? Call us or email us for a free consultation: 434.326.5323 ext 2; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .Information and ReferralLocalJABA: Jefferson Area Board for Aging. (434) 817-5222. Excellent local resource for information and programs! Ask for This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , Information and Assistance Specialist (she's awesome!) Senior Center, Inc. Our Senior Center rocks! Visit or call if you haven't already: (434) 974-7756. Alzheimer's Association: Anyone struggling with dementia or memory loss should check in with the Alzheimer's Association: they are a wealth of information and support, and most of it is free or very low cost. They even have a 24/7 support line! Ask for Annie Marrs, but everyone there is wonderful. 1 (800) 272-3900. Cville Seniors. On line social network of our local senior service providers. Visit and see what these local providers are offering, what events are going on, and what people are talking about! Contact Elizabeth Swider with questions: (434) 326.5323 ext 2. The Caregiver's Library: thorough listing of local services, along with lots of reference materials for caregivers. Thank you to Cynthia Hash at Keller Williams Realty for sponsoring this valuable resource! The Aging in Place Business Round Table from the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce. Group of senior service providers committed to providing a web of services that help caregivers and care receivers. State and National Information:Senior Navigator (Virginia) The Family Caregiver's Alliance (National) AgingCare.com (National): AgingCare.com is an online community that connects people caring for elderly parents to other caregivers, personalized information and local resources.
Hiring a Private CaregiverQuality Caregiver Placement. Ask for Kari Miller (434) 566-0116 ext 1
Companion and Home Health AgenciesT&L Companions: Ask for Michelle Williams. (434) 589-2700.
Legal ServicesHilton and Associates, Attorneys and Counselors at Law: Holly provides legal services straight from the heart. Ask for Holly herself! 434-984-6752, 540-661-3486; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Vitt Law Offices, PLC: Jim Vitt does an excellent free seminar about using trusts to protect assets. Ask for Jim Vitt. (434) 971-3025; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Stapleton Law Firm: Simon Stapleton has a special emphasis on Alzheimer's disease and government benefits: 434-293-7788; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Law Offices of Doris Gelbman: Doris gives old fashioned lawyering for the 21st century. (434) 906-7022; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . MichieHamlett Law Firm: Contact Patty May, Director of Communications. (434) 951-7265; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Universal Design for Aging in Place -- Renovation and new constructionLivable for a Lifetime - List of local resources BuilderFish - ask for Todd Hawkins: 434-299-8633 (must dial area code); This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Architectural Concepts and Interiors: ask for Marta Tice: 434-973-6065; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Leslie Burns Design: Ask for Leslie: 650.863.0418: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Specific ConditionsAlzheimer's Disease and other dementias: Alzheimer's Association
Handy DocumentsVirginia DMV "Medical Review Request for potentially unsafe drivers. See article on safe driving for senior citizens from The Caregiver's Secret. |