Local Resources

The Greater Houston Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association supports the 40,000 Alzheimer's patients and their families throughout Southeast Texas. The following list contains the services offered by this organization. Please call the Houston chapter (see address and phone number below) for more information about these services.

• Helpline: A bilingual hotline offers callers emotional support, referral services and factual information.
• Respite Aide Registry/Match: Individuals trained by the chapter are available to families seeking in-home assistance and companionship.
• Financial Assistance: Some assistance is available to help eligible families access respite care programs.
• Education and Training: Information and training is available to family members and healthcare professionals to learn how to address the needs of persons with this disease.
• Connections: Time-limited counseling and case management to help families access services and plan for the future.
• Speakers Bureau: Presentations on a variety of topics related to Alzheimer's disease are available.
• Safe Return Program: A national program to help identify, locate and return home individuals who wander.
• Lending Library: Books, videos and other materials are available for members to borrow.

Please contact the chapter for more information on becoming a member or for more information about the above listed services.