By calling the national office, you can get connected to the chapters in your area. The list below also describes features in addition to the basic services listed earlier. Remember that this is not a complete list. Alzheimer's Association Information on diagnosis, local resources, medical research, treatment and care options, and answers to frequently asked questions. American Diabetes Association Provides information on diabetes, nutrition and research, education classes for adults and youth, special materials of interest to African Americans.
Web site offers a risk test.
American Heart Association Offers risk assessment, heart and stroke resource guides, CPR courses, scholarships, and community service and exercise programs. Gives 12-part survival guide, updates on treatment breakthroughs, therapy reviews. International Tremor Foundation Covers conditions and treatment options, support groups, referrals, educational materials, surgical treatments and other topics. National Mental Health Association Information on local mental health organizations, stigma watchline. National Multiple Sclerosis Society Provides advocacy for employment and insurance, counseling, volunteer programs, therapeutic recreation camp, home study programs, equipment pool, information on government programs.