HelpLine
Our telephone HelpLine is answered by staff members and volunteers who are trained to answer your questions about Alzheimer’s disease, community services and resources available to you. The HelpLine is answered from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or you may leave a message at anytime and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please call 225-334-7494 in Baton Rouge or 1-800-548-1211. You can also email your questions or requests to a HelpLine Specialist at info@alzbr.org.

Caregiver Network
We sponsor caring non-judgmental meetings where families and friends share their experiences and learn essential information for coping with the disease. Caregiver Network Groups meet regularly and are free.

Safe Return Program
Safe Return is nationwide registry that helps identify, locate, and return individuals who wander from their residences. Call the office to receive a registration form or click here to register in the Safe Return Program.

Conferences and Trainings
An annual conference, workshops, and special educational events enhance skills and provide up-to-date information to caregivers, volunteers, family members, and health care professionals.

Resource Center
Books, pamphlets, newsletters, videos, and cassettes are available on loan through our resource center. The materials cover a wide range of topics such as getting a diagnosis, communication techniques, home safety tips, choosing a residential care setting, experiences of other caregivers, and activity programming.

Speaker’s Bureau
Staff and volunteers in the field of aging serve on the Speakers Bureau and provide presentations for community organizations, businesses and professional associations. In addition, Alzheimer’s Services participates in health fairs and other health and wellness functions. Speakers are available to present to audiences of 10 or more. Please call to book a speaker at least 30 days in advance. Please click on the list of topics available.