Primary Supports and Education
Berkshire Alzheimer’s Partnership
The Berkshire Alzheimer's Partnership is a coalition of volunteers providing education, outreach, advocacy, and support. Check this website regularly for education opportunities and additions to this interactive resource guide. Like us on Facebook.
The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
Services include:
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24/7 Helpline Call 800.272.3900
Talk to a dementia expert with our free 24/7 Helpline. Get confidential support, crisis assistance, local resources and information in over 200 languages. -
On-line and in-person education and resources
Subscribe to the MA/NH chapter newsletters to get the latest information on education programs. Most programs are available virtually on demand. -
Alzheimer’s Association TrialMatch® connects individuals living with cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's disease or another dementia, caregivers and healthy participants with current research studies.
Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc.
Elder Services is Berkshire County’s Aging Services Access Point and offers a wide variety of services to the seniors of Berkshire County and their families.
Services include:
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Information and Referral department connecting seniors to resources. Call 413-499-0524 or email esbc@esbci.org.
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In-home services through Massachusetts' state-funded home care program
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MA Family Caregiver Support Program offering free support to caregivers including one-on-one counseling, group supports, education and training
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Elder Services offers many more programs. Visit their website or call 413-499-0524.
For information about services outside Berkshire County, call or visit Mass Options 1-800-243-4636.
Medicare Certified Home Health Care
Private Home Care Agencies
At Home with Berkshire Place
(413) 327-2058
(413) 464-7444
Home Care Services of Massachusetts
(413) 499-1777
(413) 442-0907
Molari Home HealthCare Services
(413) 499-4562
(413) 464-7524
(413) 344-9281
Assisted Living Facilities with Memory Impairment Units
Nursing Facilities with Secure Units
Craneville Place of Dalton Rehab and Nursing Center
Hillcrest Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Kimball Farms Nursing Care Center
Nursing Facilities with Dementia Special Care Units
Health Insurance Information
Memory Assessment
Other Services
Elder Abuse & Protective Services
To report elder abuse or neglect, call the 24-hour Elder Abuse Hotline: 1-800-922-2275
For more information or to report online, visit the Mass.gov website: Protecting Older Adults from Abuse