COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Please be advised that Hope Haven Savannah Respite does not make official recommendations for external organizations. We hope the following will provide you with useful and available resources in the Savannah area.

912-629-1331

Contact: Jill Costello

The Edel Caregiver Institute is a local, personalized resource to support you, the caregiver, as you support your loved one. Open to the community, they assist in resource information, caregiver education, and certified dementia education and emotional support. For more information, call or visit their website: www.EdelCaregiverInstitute.org  

No fee for caregivers.

Helpline: 1-800-272-3900
Contact: Alexis Williams
avwilliams@alz.org

The Alzheimer’s Association provides vital resources and support for families affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. They offer a variety of services, including a 24/7 helpline, educational materials, and local support groups. Whether you are seeking guidance on caregiving, living with dementia, or simply need someone to talk to, they are here to help. For immediate assistance or information, call their helpline or explore their website to  connect with their services.
www.alz.org

912-514-1631
Contact: Kay McCurdy
cmccurdy@crc.ga.gov

Dementia Care Specialist with the Coastal Regional Commission of Georgia’s Area Agency on Aging, Kay McCurdy, supports people living with dementia, and their care partners, so that they can enjoy the highest quality of life. The three pillars of the program are: Education, Outreach and Support. If you are a person living with dementia or a care partner of a person living with dementia, please feel free to reach out to Kay for resources, support or information about services in Coastal Georgia, 

For information about In-Home services (Home Delivered Meals, Personal Care Assistance,  In-Home Respite, etc.) please visit our website at https://coastalrc.ga.gov/, or call the Aging and Disability Resource Connection at 800-580-6860