CaringKind Completes Merger to Expand Long Island Dementia Care and National Reach

CaringKind, an organization providing Alzheimer's and dementia support, has officially completed its merger with the Alzheimer's Disease Resource Center. The combination unites longstanding local services in Nassau and Suffolk counties with CaringKind's broader network, following an affiliation announced earlier in January 2026.

Local Presence and Support Services

The merged organization continues to operate the local office at 200 Carleton Avenue in East Islip, maintaining a service tradition on Long Island that dates back to 1983. Local operations include individual care consultations, support group meetings, and the Long Island Helpline at (631) 580-5100, which provides free and confidential guidance for families and care partners.

Free support services provided through the network include:

• Personalized guidance and care consultations
• Care partner education and skills workshops
• Early-stage engagement and social connection programs
• Bereavement and changing-needs support

National Initiatives and Public Awareness

Alongside regional care efforts, CaringKind is advancing national programs such as the "Know Your Brain. Walk With Me." public awareness campaign—developed with ABC7NY following Bill Ritter's public sharing of his diagnosis—and the "100 Women of Impact" movement. The organization also presents the *Mind What Matters* podcast, co-hosted by Nikki DeLoach and Elizabeth Humphreys, discussing personal experiences with dementia and caregiving.

Practical Implications and Verification

Individuals seeking information or support can contact CaringKind through its main helpline at (646) 744-2900, the Long Island helpline, or by visiting the official website at wearecaringkind.org to review available resources and verify program details.