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Alzheimer’s Association Conference in San Francisco: Dementia Awareness and...
Preparing for the Changing Horizon: Dementia Awareness and Caregiving for LGBT Older Adults from Diverse Communities Date: Friday, February 20, 2014 Time: 8:30 am – 4 pm Location: The Milton Marks...
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Alzheimer’s Association Conference in Sacramento: Understanding Memory Loss
Understanding Memory Loss: Navigating Your Course Date: Thursday, April 2, 2015 Time: 9 am – 4 pm Registration begins at 8 am Location: Sacramento Convention Center 1400 J Street Sacramento, CA 95814...
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Caregiver Corner Infographic: What causes aggression in a person with dementia?
Helpful information related to this story Alzheimer’s Association caregiver center Aggression and anger Find a support group
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Alzheimer’s Basics: All About Wandering
Wandering and getting lost is common among people with dementia and it can happen during any stage of the disease. A person with Alzheimer’s who wanders may not remember his or her name or address, and...
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INFOGRAPHIC: Coping strategies for sundowning and sleep issues
People with Alzheimer’s and dementia may have problems sleeping or increases in behavioral problems that begin at dusk and last into the night (known as sundowning). Here are 8 coping strategies that...
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INFOGRAPHIC: 3 Tips to Stop a Person With Dementia From Driving When...
Helpful information related to this story: Alzheimer’s Association dementia and driving resource center
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5 Caregiver Tips for Selecting Music for a Person with Dementia
Helpful information related to this story: Music, art and Alzheimer’s page on alz.org The positive power of music as therapy Local education conference and classes Local support groups
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Infographic: Caregiver Tips – Dressing and Grooming
Helpful information related to this story: Infographic as a pdf Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Center – Dressing and Grooming Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Center Additional caregiver tips on...
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Caregiver Corner: Financial Fraud
Elder abuse is “growing by leaps and bounds” according to Janet Berry, Deputy District Attorney for Santa Clara County. Alarmingly, seniors who are abused have three times the mortality rate as their...
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Alzheimer’s Basics: Compassionate Commmunication
We all have challenges from time to time coming up with the right word for something or trying to make ourselves understood. For our friends and family members with Alzheimer’s or a related disorder,...
View ArticleTechnology Tools for Family Caregivers
Watch this terrific session on technology tools for caregivers from our 2015 Circle of Care Conference presented by Christina Irving, LCSW, Family Caregiver Alliance. Topics covered include privacy,...
View ArticleLearn: Compassionate Communication
Communication is more than the ability to exchange words—it is the ability to connect with someone. This program will provide strategies on improving overall communication skills in connecting with...
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CAREGIVER CORNER: Helpline FAQs
Q: I can’t get any rest! My mom is up all night, active and alert and ready to go. Then she sleeps all day. What should I do? A: Any time you see a dramatic change in behavior, a doctor visit is...
View ArticleLearn: Caregiver Basics – Successful Strategies and Interventions
This video provides participants with helpful tips to address behavioral aspects of dementia. The program shares examples of some of the most common behaviors associated with the disease, and empowers...
View ArticleWatch: 2016 African American Forum – Ask the Experts Session
Watch this great session from the expert panel at the 8th Annual African American Wellness Forum which took place on April 16th in Berkeley, CA. Attendees had the opportunity to learn more about...
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Bay Area Volunteer Shares Experience and Caregiving Insights
Trisha’s father, Tets Makimoto Trisha Makimoto is a first-year committee member for the San Jose Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Her father, Tets Makimoto, has Alzheimer’s. How has your family been impacted...
View ArticleWatch: Managing Personal Care for Persons with Dementia
Helping a person with dementia maintain his or her appearance can promote positive self-esteem. As the disease progresses beyond the early stages, choosing and putting on clothes can be frustrating for...
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Proactive Coping Strategies for Caregivers
Caregiving Coping Strategies Alzheimer’s caregivers frequently report experiencing high levels of stress. It can be overwhelming to take care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, but...
View ArticleThe Heavy Toll of Alzheimer’s on Families’ Financial Well-Being
The 2016 Alzheimer’s Association Facts & Figures report revealed that very few people are prepared for the cost of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. The personal financial support...
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Dental Care Tips for Dementia Caregivers
Dental care is one of the most challenging aspects of Alzheimer’s and dementia caregiving. Proper oral care is necessary to prevent eating difficulties, digestive problems and infections. As a...
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