Upcoming programs by Alzheimer's Association Florida Gulf Coast
Take the Challenge: Become an ALZ STAR
More than 1 in 37 Floridians are living with Alzheimer’s. The warning signs are often subtle, but recognizing them can help individuals receive an early diagnosis and improve their quality of life. Join Doug and take the ALZ STARS challenge; view the ALZ STARS Bay 9 Newsclip here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcy1jE_dzP0.
Alzheimer's Program Schedule
Find programs in your area including in-person Alzheimer’s education workshops like Caregiver College, Brain Bus Stops and more here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xkOBz_nnP1NcyGv6tm_CXbfgBbx8AmDc_0sAm1yuwtY/edit#gid=0
New Video on AlzProgramsAnytime.org: Ready Before the Storm
Join Ready Before the Storm to learn how caregivers of people living with dementia can prepare for hurricanes or other potential disasters. Hear what other caregivers say they wish they knew from Lindsay Peterson, Ph.D. and learn about the limitations of Special Needs Shelters from Judy Silverstein. Carol White will wrap up the program with tips for effective communication that can be key for keeping people safe who have a form of dementia. Sign up for Ready Before the Storm here:
https://alzprogramsanytime.org/register/ready-before-the-storm.
Support Groups
Find in-person, virtual and telephonic support groups including groups for caregivers and people with early stage dementia by calling (800) 272-3900 or click here to learn more: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Gyv-zC-3L3uIi6p0YBQBKxE2MMYvJH4W/view.
Community Resource Finder
Use Community Resource Finder to search for additional resources within your area here: https://www.communityresourcefinder.org/
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Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association® is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research, with the mission of leading the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Their vision is a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.
Brain Bus is funded in partnership with the State of Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc. Caregiver College is sponsored in part by Senior Connection Center, Inc. and the State of Florida, Department of Elder Affairs and Sarasota County Government.
Alzheimer's Association Florida Gulf Coast Chapter, 14010 Roosevelt Blvd, Ste. 709, Clearwater, FL 33762, website alz.org/flgulfcoast, phone (727) 578-2558.
Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601, website https://www.alz.org/, phone (800) 272-3900.
