The Alzheimer’s Association is committed to providing service to our constituents in communities impacted by the California wildfires. If you’re able to access the internet, click here for practical tips and resources.
How we can help:
24/7 Helpline: Our 24/7 Helpline continues to be fully operational at this time. Information is available to help with emergency placement and local resources, wandering issues, communication tips, behaviors and overall basic information. 800.272.3900.
Medic Alert
Our nationwide emergency response service facilitates the safe return of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia who wander or have a medical emergency. The Alzheimer’s Association, in collaboration with MedicAlert® Foundation, provides membership plans with 24/7 Wandering Support.
- Online: Go to medicalert.org/alz and use the promo code ALZ.
- Phone: Call MedicAlert’s Member Services line 800.ID.ALERT (800.432.5378) and use the promo code ALZ.
We Are Here for You!
Currently, more than 650,000 people in California are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and over 1.6 million family and friends are providing care. In Nevada, more than 45,000 people live with Alzheimer's, with 149,000 providing care. Serving cities and towns from San Jose to Fresno, San Francisco to Chico, Sacramento, Modesto, Reno, Wendover, and everything in between, your local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association® is here to help.
Find current educational opportunities here.
Long-term care visit guidance in California.