Help Line has prepared a number of fact sheets that may provide the answers to any number of questions that you have. The titles of these documents are listed below. Just call Help Line at 336-724-2040 and request those fact sheets that you think you may find helpful, or e-mail your request to Help Line.

    Assisting the Person with Alzheimer’s or Dementia in Daily Activities
    Communicating with Someone with Alzheimer’s or Dementia
    Different Types of Dementia
    How to Talk to Your Loved One About Attending Adult Day Care
    Safe Return
    Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease
    The PERSON with Alzheimer's Disease or Related Dementia
    Understanding the Behaviors of People with Alzheimer’s Disease
      or Related Dementia

    A Caregiver’s Bill of Rights
    Caregiver Depression
    Caregiver Handbook: Caring for Someone You Love
    Caregiver Resources
    Caring for the Caregiver
    Support Groups

    Talking to Your Loved One About End of Life
    Tasks to Be Performed After the Death of a Loved One
    Ways to Take Care of Yourself Before and After the Death of a Loved One

    Dental Assistance
    Durable Medical Equipment
    Flu Vaccinations (seasonal)
    Frequently Asked Questions About Older Adults and Oral Health
    Geriatric Care Managers
    Geriatric Physicians and Doctor Referral Services

    Choosing an In-home Assistance Agency/In-home Assistance List
    Private Sitter List
    Home Health Agencies

    Assisted Living Facilities
    Continuing Care Retirement Communities
    Housing Options
    Independent Living for Seniors: Retirement Communities and Senior
      Apartments
    Renter’s Rights
    Resident’s Rights
    Skilled Nursing Facilities
    Subsidized Apartments
    The Ombudsman Program

    Checklist of Important Papers
    Health Care Power of Attorney
    Identity Theft and Scams Against the Elderly
    Incompetency Procedures
    Involuntary Commitment in Forsyth County
    Legal Assistance
    Legal Matters – Preparing for the Future
    Living Will
    Non-Tenant Eviction from Property
    Property Tax Exemption for Seniors
    Tax Assistance for Seniors (seasonal)

    List of Medicaid Dentists in Forsyth County
    Medicaid for the Elderly or Disabled
    Medicaid in Long-Term Care Facilities

    Frequently Asked Questions About Private Fee-for-Service Plans
    Just the Facts
    List of Private Insurance Companies (licensed in NC)
    Road to Medicare
    Save on Prescription Drugs
    SHIIP Brochure
    SHIIP Combo Form
    Social Security Low-Income Subsidy Application
    Tips for Choosing a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan
    What Are Medicare Advantage Plans?

    Community Resources (explanation of what is available)
    Emergency Medical Response Systems
    Emergency Preparedness
    Financial, Food and Utility Assistance Programs
    Healthy Eating
    Household and Furniture Assistance
    Nutritional Supplements
    Older Adults and Driving
    Resources for Incontinence Supplies (for individuals not on Medicaid)
    Stay Cool
    Transportation Services
    Winter Safety Tips: Preparing for Winter Storms and Possible
       Power Outages

    About Our Services (brief overview of each program)
    Elizabeth and Tab Williams Adult Day Center
    Help Line
    Home Care Program
    Living-at-Home Program (Community Alternatives Program for
      Disabled Adults)
    Meals-on-Wheels Program
    Senior Lunch Program