Elder Care Support

Finding the right support for older adults can feel overwhelming, so I’ve gathered a list of therapists and centers that focus on the unique needs that come with aging, including providers who accept Medicare.

I also started a list of both national organizations and resources, as well as local chapters and associations in the areas I serve. This list is a work in progress, and I’ll keep adding to it over time. I’d love to hear from you if you’ve found organizations or resources that have been especially helpful—please feel free to email me at drjlobosco@gmail.com so we can continue building this together.

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LA HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS AND ORGANIZATIONS

LA THERAPISTS THAT SPECIALIZE IN ELDER CARE

Therapists that focus on the unique needs that come with aging.

  • Email: ericagierman@gmail.com
    Ph: 424-262-0098
    Web: www.hermosabeachtherapist.com

    In person: Hermosa Beach, CA & Virtual in CA & OR

    Age Range: 14-80+
    Specialty: Medical Trauma, Chronic illness, Life Transitions, Certified in Brainspotting, Utilize mindfulness, meditation, hypnosis and an overall body, mind, spirit approach to healing

    Accept insurance: no

LA MEDICARE PROVIDERS

Cost can be a barrier to getting the right support. To help, I’ve gathered a list of providers who accept Medicare. While I haven’t personally vetted every provider, my goal is to create a hub where individuals and families can more easily find care that fits both their needs and their budget.

  • Email: dr.crystalquarry@qpsychologygroup.com
    Ph: (424) 903-6520
    Web: https://qpsychologygroup.com/

    In person: Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach & Torrance

    Age Range: Children through adults

    Accepts Medicare

  • Email: support@soultenders.com
    Ph: 626-701-4249 main office line

    In person locations: Arcadia; Burbank; Cerritos; Claremont; Monrovia; Pasadena; Placentia; San Marino; Signal Hill; Thousand Oaks; West LA; Whittier
    Virtual: Yes

    Age range: 5 to 85+
    Specialty: Soultenders has a network of providers specializing in trauma grief, adjustment, LGBTQ anxiety depression children, couples & families
    Other: bilingual therapists for Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Russian, Armenian and Farsi

    Accepts Medicare

LA ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS 

LA CHAPTERS OF ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS 

  • Alzheimer’s Association: California Southland Chapter
    The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.
    The California Southland Chapter provides free educational programs, support services and care consultations across the Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, Kern, Tulare, Kings and Inyo counties while also supporting critical research towards a cure.

IMPORTANT LA RESOURCES 

ASSISTANCE FOR THE ELDERLY IN LA COUNTY

  • Los Angeles County Adult Protective Services
    Adult Protective Services is a program available 24/7, required by the state to investigate situations involving older adults (60 years and older) and dependent adults (18-59 who are physically and/or mentally impaired) if they are believed to be in danger due to physical, sexual, financial abuse, isolation, neglect, self-neglect, or at risk of homelessness. APS provides services and supports through action, compassion, and intention.

NYC & STATE HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS AND ORGANIZATIONS

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NYC & LONG ISLAND ORGANIZATIONS

  • Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center
    The ADRC, which has been serving Long Island families since 1983, provides care consultations, information & referrals, community education, support groups, life-enrichment and therapy programs for caregivers and their loved ones. They offer educational training to professional healthcare workers, graduate students, and other organizations throughout Long Island.

  • Long Island Alzheimer’s and Dementia Center
    LIAC helps seniors and families cope with the mental health issues such as depression, isolation, grief and sleep disorders that are commonly experienced by Alzheimer’s families. Social workers help caregivers – typically an elderly spouse – develop a support network and coping skills, maintain a positive mental attitude and ensure they remember to take care of their own health needs as well.

  • NYS Caregiver Guide (2021)

IMPORTANT NY RESOURCES 

ASSISTANCE FOR THE ELDERLY IN NYC & LONG ISLAND

  • NYC Adult Protective Services
    The Adult Protective Services Program (APS) provides services for physically and/or mentally impaired adults. APS works to help at-risk clients live safely in their homes. APS clients can be referred by anyone. Find more information on referrals or make a referral here or call DSS OneNumber at 718-557-1399. If an individual is eligible for an assessment, a home visit will be made in three business days or in 24 hours if the situation is life-threatening.

CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS AND ORGANIZATIONS

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CT ASSOCIATIONS AND ORGANIZATIONS 

  • Alzheimer’s Association: CT Chapter
    In Connecticut, more than 76,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s, and nearly double that amount of people are providing their unpaid care. From Fairfield to Hartford to New London and every town in between, your local Connecticut Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association is here to help. Whether it’s offering support to anyone facing Alzheimer’s, advocating for the needs and rights of those facing dementia, or advancing critical research, we work toward methods of treatment, prevention, and ultimately, a cure

NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS

NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

  • Alzheimer’s Association
    The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

  • CDC Alzheimer’s Disease Program
    CDC's Alzheimer's Disease Program develops scientific information to inform public health agencies and others, and to promote brain health across the nation

  • CDC Healthy Aging
    CDC offers information and programs to promote healthy aging and longer lives

CAREGIVER RESOURCES AND ORGANIZATIONS