Dear Friend,
National Family Caregivers Month honors the unsung heroes of the Alzheimer’s disease
epidemic by recognizing the selfless dedication of the 15 million unpaid caregivers: the
daughters, sons, wives, husbands and grandchildren, who provide care to more than
5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s.
While the recent development of the country’s first national plan to fight Alzheimer’s is a crucial first step toward reaching the goal of preventing and effectively treating the disease by 2025, there are new tools and resources available for the millions of families in need of care and support right now.
The Alzheimer’s Association recently launched a Caregiver Center focusing on providing a
wealth of resources to those affected by Alzheimer’s. These innovative programs can make
life easier for people caring for a family member or friend living with the disease:
Alzheimer’s Navigator™
This online action plan helps
caregivers and people with
dementia identify their next
steps, provides tips and
strategies and connects to
local programs and services.
Answer short surveys to
help develop your own
personalized action plan. |
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ALZConnected™
You are not alone. Get
connected and share concerns
and advice with people who
understand your unique
challenges. ALZConnected is
a new online social networking
community designed for
caregivers and people living
with Alzheimer’s. |
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24/7 Helpline
The 24/7 Helpline is staffed
by specialists and master’s-
level clinicians who provide
decision-making support,
problem solving, and
education. Call toll-free
any time, day or night
at 800.272.3900. |
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Financial and Legal Planning Tools
Putting financial and legal
plans in place allows the
person with dementia to
express his or her wishes
for the future. It also allows
time to work through the
complex issues involved in
long-term care. |
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Learning Workshops
Caregiving doesn’t come with an instruction manual, but we have free e-learning programs and more to help you gain caregiving skills and get practical advice. |
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As an organization founded by caregivers, the Alzheimer’s Association applauds these individuals for all they do, each and every day. Please help spread the
word about these valuable tools and services!
Many thanks,
Angela Geiger
Chief Strategy Officer |
