The Family and Social Support Systems

RE: Seniors
The Family and Social Support Systems

Resources of Family Support and Other Support Groups

Children of Aging Parents
Children of Aging Parents is a nonprofit, charitable organization whose mission is to assist the nation's nearly 54 million caregivers of the elderly or chronically ill with reliable information, referrals and support, and to heighten public awareness that the health of the family caregivers is essential to ensure quality care of the nation's growing elderly population.

Well Spouse Association (WSA)
WSA is the only national organization focusing exclusively on the needs of all spouses caring for a chronically ill and/or disabled husband, wife or partner.

Adult Children of Alcoholics
Adult Children of Alcoholics is a twelve step, twelve tradition program of women and men who grew up in alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes.

Co-Dependents Anonymous
A fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships.

Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA) - Online Support Groups
FCA is a public voice for caregivers. Their piorneering programs support and sustain the imprtant work of families nationwide caring for loved ones with chronic, disabling health conditions.