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Aging Services Access Point (ASAP; otherwise known as your local Elder Services Organization)
Information and referral, assessment of needs, development and implementation of service plans, and investigations of reported abuse and neglect of older adults.
Find your local agency: https://www.mass.gov/location-details/aging-services-access-points-asaps-in-massachusetts 

Alzheimer’s Association – Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter
Organization dedicated to the Alzheimer’s and dementia community by promoting awareness, research, education, support, information, and referral services.
Phone (24/7 Helpline): (800) 272-3900
Website: https://www.alz.org/manh 

ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center
Respite is planned or emergency care to provide temporary relief to caregivers. This agency offers an online service to help families and professionals find respite services in their community.
Website: www.archrespite.org

Boston Center for Independent Living 
Advocacy, information, referral, peer support, skills training, and personal care attendant service for people with disabilities.
Phone: (617) 338-6665 
Website: www.bostoncil.org 

Boston ElderINFO
Advocacy, information, referral, and caregiver resources for Boston’s older adults.
Phone: (617) 292-6211
Website: https://elderinfo.org/ 

Councils On Aging
Municipal (or town-based) agencies that provide local outreach, social and health services, advocacy, information, referral for older adults, their families, and caregivers.  Most often found in the same location as your local Senior Center.
Find your local COA by clicking here: https://mcoaonline.com/what-is-a-coa/coa-directory/ 

MassOptions: Aging and disability information, services, resources, and referrals website.
Phone: (800) 243-4636
Website: https://www.massoptions.org/massoptions/

National Eldercare Locator 
A public service of the US Administration on Aging, connecting older adults and their families to services and local resources.
Phone: (800) 677-1116
Website: https://eldercare.acl.gov