In the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, families face new questions as they adjust. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are available to help? Join Alzheimer’s Association for the Confident Caregiver series to hear practical answers to the questions that arise in the early stage. Listen from those directly affected and learn how to cope with the changes that come with an early stage diagnosis.
More that 15 million Americans provide unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. In 2016, caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias provided an estimated 18.2 billion hours of unpaid assistance, a contribution to the nation valued at $230 billion. Approximately one quarter of dementia caregivers are “sandwich generation” caregivers, meaning they care not only for an aging parent, but also for children under 18. Moreover, new data shows that caregivers for Alzheimer’s and dementia may experience increased difficulties and detriments to their health than caregivers for individuals with certain other conditions.
To address these issues, the Alzheimer’s Association will provide free 3-part educational workshop. Topics to be discussed during the workshop include:
- April 10, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Early Stages 3: Care Planning, Financial and Legal Matters, Safety Issues at Grace Bible Church, 100 Rodeo Dr., Arroyo Grande
- April 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Early Stages 3: Care Planning, Financial and Legal Matters, Safety Issues at Twin Cities Hospital, Morgan Conference Room
Please call 800-272-3900 to register in advance. Seating is limited. As the disease progresses, new caregiving skills may be necessary. The Alzheimer’s Association offers programs to help caregivers better understand and cope with the behaviors and personality changes that often accompany Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Take this opportunity to become an educated caregiver. To find out about other dates and locations for classes in your area, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 805-547-3830.
The Alzheimer’s Association is the premier source of information and support for the five million Americans with Alzheimer’s disease. Through its national network of chapters, it offers a broad range of programs and services for people with the disease, their families and caregivers and represents their interests on Alzheimer’s related issues before federal, state and local government and with health and long-term care providers. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. Visit alz.org/cacentralcoast or call 800-272-3900.