Trusted organizations serving dementia caregivers in Greater Milwaukee and beyond. These are independent organizations — confirm details with them directly.
Call or text 988 — free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress, including overwhelmed caregivers.
Call or text 988 →Call 1-800-272-3900 any time, day or night — trained staff answer questions about dementia, caregiving, and local support.
alz.org/help-support →Dial 211 for connections to help of every kind across Greater Milwaukee — food, housing, care services, and caregiver support.
impactinc.org →Call 911. Tell responders your loved one has dementia — it changes how they approach and communicate.
Call 911 →Education programs, support groups, care consultations, and the 24/7 helpline — the largest dementia-focused nonprofit in the state.
alz.org/wi →The county's front door for aging services — benefits counseling, caregiver support, respite options, and long-term care planning.
county.milwaukee.gov →University of Wisconsin program advancing dementia care — memory clinics and resources for families across the state.
wai.wisc.edu →Many Wisconsin communities run dementia-friendly initiatives — memory cafés, trained businesses, and inclusive events. Ask us which are active near you.
Ask us what’s near you →Statewide respite resources — including a respite provider registry and funding programs that help families pay for short breaks.
respitecarewi.org →National caregiver organization with practical, plain-language guides on every stage of the caregiving journey.
caregiver.org →State programs and county resources for dementia care, caregiver support, and family assistance.
dhs.wisconsin.gov →Wellness Grants, Memory Socials, support group, and event respite — built specifically for dementia caregivers in our community.
Explore The Sanctuary →As the Caregiver Sanctuary Network grows, this section will feature Legacy's partner businesses and organizations — dementia-friendly places where caregivers are welcomed and supported. Partner listings are added as partnerships are confirmed.
We list independent organizations to help you find support — being listed isn't an endorsement, and details change, so please confirm services directly with each organization.
