Senior Help Guide | MAG

MAG Senior Help Guide

Information and resources for Utah, Wasatch, & Summit counties

All resources are listed by category or type of service/resource. Select a category below for a list of available services and resources.
If you need additional assistance, call our Senior Helpline at 801-229-3804.


Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Grant Program

  http://www.helpforalzheimersfamilies.com/dementia-support-network/alzheimers-care-grant-program/

Services: Online application for home care grants to those providing care to their loved ones living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias.

Counties Served: Utah County, Wasatch County, Summit County

Related Categories:  Alzheimer's and Dementia 


Alzheimer's Association

801-265-1944 or 1-800-272-3900

  http://www.alz.org/utah

12894 S. Pony Express Road Draper, UT 84020 Map

Services: Support groups, safe return program, information and resources, family care consultations, quarterly newsletters, and 24/7 help line: 1-800-272-3900.

Counties Served: Utah County, Wasatch County, Summit County

Related Categories:  Alzheimer's and Dementia  Caregiving  Chronic Disease Information and Support  Information and Referral 


Alzheimer's Foundation of America

866-232-8484

  https://alzfdn.org/

Services: The mission of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is to provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide, and fund research for better treatment and a cure. They operate a free helpline staffed by licensed social workers that provide assistance and support. Video chat with a social worker is also available on the website.

Counties Served: Utah County, Wasatch County, Summit County

Related Categories:  Alzheimer's and Dementia 


Caregiver Support Groups

801-229-3804

  https://www.magutah.org/supportgroups

Services: Group meetings that provide peer support, education, and hands-on training for caregivers. Locations and times vary. Call or visit website for current list.

Counties Served: Utah County, Wasatch County, Summit County

Related Categories:  Alzheimer's and Dementia  Caregiving 


Caregiver Support Program

801-229-3811

  http://magutah.org/caregiver

Services: The Caregiver Support program assists caregivers in their care of individuals 60 years of age and older who are unable to perform routine activities to care for themselves, or if the caregiver is over the age of 55 and caring for an adult with disabilities. Services may include case management, respite, personal care aides, adult day care, information & referral, and caregiver support groups.

Counties Served: Utah County, Wasatch County, Summit County

Related Categories:  Alzheimer's and Dementia  Caregiving 


Dealing with Dementia: A Caregiver's Guide

801-229-3818

  https://www.magutah.org/dementia

586 E 800 N Orem, UT 84097 Map

Services: Dealing with Dementia: A Caregiver’s Guide is a free course that provides caregivers with effective strategies for dealing with dementia behaviors. Classes are held monthly.

Counties Served: Utah County, Wasatch County, Summit County

Related Categories:  Alzheimer's and Dementia  Caregiving 


Dementia Dialogues

801-229-3819

  https://www.magutah.org/dementia

586 E 800 N Orem, UT 84097 Map

Services: Practical training for caregivers, patients and health care professionals who care for persons with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. The course is taught over 5 sessions, each 1.5 hours in length. Please call or visit website for current schedule.

Counties Served: Utah County, Wasatch County, Summit County

Related Categories:  Alzheimer's and Dementia  Caregiving 


Jewish Family Service

435-731-8455

  http://www.jfsutah.org

1960 Sidewinder Dr. Suite 103 Park City, UT 84060 Map

Services: Individual, couples, and family counseling. Provides caregiver support, training, activities and limited respite. Care management program helps older adults find community resources and can assist them with applying for food stamps. Services available for Summit and Wasatch County residents.

Fees: Sliding fee scale.

Counties Served: Wasatch County, Summit County

Related Categories:  Alzheimer's and Dementia  Caregiving  Information and Referral  Mental Health Services 


Neural Effects

801-616-3675

  https://neuraleffects.com/

320 W River Park Drive, Suite 255 Provo, UT 84604 Map

Services: Cognitive evaluation and cognitive stimluation therapy for those with dementia, concussion and mild brain injury treatment.

Counties Served: Utah County, Wasatch County, Summit County

Related Categories:  Alzheimer's and Dementia 


University of Utah Center for Alzheimer's Care, Imaging and Research

801-585-7575 (ask for clinic scheduling)

  http://uuhsc.utah.edu/cacir/

729 Arapeen Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84108 Map

Services: Comprehensive evaluation and neuropsychological testing to measure memory and cognition. Offers health education, social work, biobanking, and autospy for individuals with memory loss. Brain health library open to public for information and education about neurodegenerative conditions. Doctors referral required to see neurologist.

Fees: Varies. Accepts Medicare, Medicaid, most private insurance.

Counties Served: Utah County, Wasatch County, Summit County

Related Categories:  Alzheimer's and Dementia  Health Care 


Utah Valley Clinic Senior Medicine

801-357-7250

  https://intermountainhealthcare.org/locations/utah-valley-clinic/medical-services/geriatric-care/

381 W Cougar Blvd Provo, UT 84604 Map

Services: Gerontologists specializing in primary care, consultative care, chronic illness (blood pressure, diabetes, etc.), dementia diagnosis and care, medication management, and caregiver stress management. Please call for a comprehensive list of services.

Fees: Accepts Medicare, Medicaid and Private Insurance.

Counties Served: Utah County

Related Categories:  Alzheimer's and Dementia  Health Care 

To make any changes or additions to this guide, please send an email to aging@mountainland.org.