Many resources are available to help survivors of the Southern California wildfires. Visit ca.gov/LAfires/ for more information.
Call 1-800-677-1116 Eldercare Locator
For information on services for seniors or adults with disabilities who live outside California.
State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP)
For one-on-one insurance counseling and assistance to Medicare beneficiaries, their families, friends, and caregivers.
If you or someone you know has problems with memory or other thinking skills that impacts his or her ability to perform everyday activities, this may be an indication of some form of dementia. But there are many other conditions that can cause symptoms of dementia, including some that are reversible, such as thyroid problems and vitamin deficiencies. It is important to share these concerns with your doctor to assess what might be causing these symptoms.
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with dementia, these organizations can help in learning more and finding local resources:
Some other resources include: