About this list

How resources were chosen. The resources on this page come from the DEER Program’s regional Dementia Support Resource Lists (updated September 2026). Each one is a freely available program or service intended to provide helpful information to people living with dementia, care partners, and families, and each is grouped under the Nevada Behavioral Health Region it serves. Statewide and national resources are also included.

Please note. This list is not comprehensive, and additional resources may be available beyond those listed. Being listed here is not an endorsement, and details such as hours, phone numbers, and services can change, so please confirm with the organization directly. If you know of a resource that should be added, contact the DEER Program at (775) 682-9444 or DEERprogram@unr.edu.

Step 1

Choose your region

Nevada is divided into five health regions. Pick yours to see the programs and services closest to you.

Rural RegionSouthern RegionClark RegionNorthern RegionWashoe Region

Click a region on the map, or use the list.

Step 2

Local resources

Programs and services based in your part of the state.

Select a region above to see local resources, or type in the search box to look across every region at once.
Available in every region

Statewide resources

Nevada-wide programs that serve every county.

Available in every region

National resources

Helplines, organizations, and online tools you can reach from anywhere.

  • Alzheimer’s Association Helpline

    Serves people with memory loss, caregivers, health care professionals, general public, diverse populations, and concerned friends and family, by providing referrals to local community programs and services, dementia related education, crisis assistance, and emotional support.

    alz.org (opens in a new tab)24/7 Helpline: (800) 272-3900

  • Alzheimer’s Association & AARP Community Resource Finder

    A database of dementia and aging-related resources. This free online tool makes it easy to find resources in your area including housing options, care at home, medical services, and community services.

    alz.org/CRF (opens in a new tab)

  • Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

    Provides support, services, and education to individuals, families, and care partners affected by dementia, and funds research for better treatment and a cure.

    alzfdn.org (opens in a new tab)(866) 232-8484

  • Alzheimers.gov

    Provides free information about Alzheimer’s disease compiled by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services including treatment options, Medicare coverage, and referrals to local community resources.

    alzheimers.gov (opens in a new tab)(800) 438-4380

  • Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR)

    Provides current Alzheimer’s disease information and resources from the National Institute on Aging. Offers information for people with Alzheimer’s disease, their families, and professionals, including information on clinical trials.

    nia.nih.gov/alzheimers (opens in a new tab)(800) 438-4380

  • The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD)

    Aims to improve the quality of life of people affected by FTD and drive research to a cure, through research, awareness, support, education, and advocacy. AFTD offers a helpline (available M–F from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET) staffed by social workers to answer FTD questions and provide support.

    theaftd.org (opens in a new tab)Helpline: (866) 507-7222info@theaftd.org

  • Dementia Action Alliance (DAA)

    A nonprofit organization that provides hope and help to individuals and families living with dementia and information about how to live proactively with dementia. DAA efforts, which include peer support, online discussion groups, podcasts, resources, and more, are all shaped and informed by people living with dementia.

    daanow.org (opens in a new tab)info@daanow.org

  • Dementia Alliance International

    Seeks to represent, support, and educate people living with dementia and the wider dementia community through peer-to-peer support groups, webinars, and more.

    dementiaallianceinternational.org (opens in a new tab)

  • Dementia Mentors

    An organization made up of people with lived experience of dementia that offers mentorship, encouragement, social interaction, and other valuable resources to help improve the lives of people living with dementia through virtual memory cafés.

    dementiamentors.org (opens in a new tab)dementiamentors@gmail.com

  • Family Caregiver Alliance, National Center on Caregiving (FCA)

    Offers information on current social, public policy, and caregiving issues and provides assistance in the development of public and private programs for caregivers, as well as a toll-free call center for family caregivers and professionals nationwide.

    caregiver.org (opens in a new tab)Family Care Navigator (opens in a new tab)(800) 445-8106

  • Hilarity for Charity (HFC)

    A nonprofit organization offering respite, support, and education for care partners of people living with dementia and youth.

    wearehfc.org (opens in a new tab)info@wearehfc.org

  • Lewy Body Dementia Association

    Aims to optimize the quality of life for those affected by Lewy body dementia through educational webinars, support groups, research, and more.

    lbda.org (opens in a new tab)(800) 539-9767

  • Lorenzo’s House

    A nonprofit social organization designed to empower youth and families who are living with younger-onset dementia. Offerings include virtual one-to-one peer care partner support, youth initiatives, and discussion groups for care partners of people living with younger-onset dementia.

    lorenzoshouse.org (opens in a new tab)info@lorenzoshouse.org

  • National Council of Dementia Minds

    A national non-profit organization founded and governed by people living with dementia, which advocates for inclusion of people living with dementia through dialogue and education. In addition to educational opportunities, National Council of Dementia Minds hosts supportive weekly or biweekly groups for people diagnosed with dementia or mild cognitive impairment.

    dementiaminds.org (opens in a new tab)(989) 330-0290

Know a resource that should be added?

The resources listed here are freely available programs and services intended to provide helpful information. This list is not exhaustive, and additional resources may be available beyond those listed. If you know of a resource that should be added, please contact the DEER Program.

(775) 682-9444DEERprogram@unr.edu

Regional resource lists last updated September 2026.

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