Adding palliative care and hospice to your dementia plan
It’s hard to know what are the best care options to provide for your loved one, especially as they get closer to end of life. As your loved one’s advocate, it’s important that you...
Caregiving / News and notes / Stefanie, family care specialist
by sbonigut · Published July 7, 2020 · Last modified July 10, 2020
It’s hard to know what are the best care options to provide for your loved one, especially as they get closer to end of life. As your loved one’s advocate, it’s important that you...
African American / Caregiving / Education / Education Conferences / News and notes
by Jennifer Tinkelenberg · Published June 11, 2020
When Tuseda Graggs and her sister Stacey Johnson noticed changes in their mother, Willie Mae, they sought medical care. Their mother’s primary care doctor didn’t believe that her memory problems were dementia-related. Refusing to...
Caregiving / Holidays / News and notes
by Jennifer Tinkelenberg · Published April 27, 2020 · Last modified May 5, 2020
In honor of Mother’s Day, we asked caregivers, including some of our staff, to tell us a fond memory they have of their mom. They shared funny stories, favorite sayings, touching tributes and loving...
While the world is sheltering in place, the Alzheimer’s Association continues to offer programs and services delivered to your home, either online or by phone. We spoke with Denise Davis, Program Coordinator, about our...
Bruce Pasternack, who is well known globally for his work as a managing partner in a prominent consulting firm, Bay Area venture capitalist and President and CEO of Special Olympics International, was diagnosed with...
Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / Education / Education Classes and Support Groups / News and notes
by Jennifer Tinkelenberg · Published March 30, 2020 · Last modified April 8, 2020
The Northern California and Northern Nevada Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association is here for you. Our physical doors may be closed but our staff is working remotely and continuing to serve our community, from...
Aimee Mattson and her wife Val Geurin have been caregivers for Val’s mother, Bonnie for over eight years. Aimee and Val have found ways to educate themselves about dementia, manage the challenges, and appreciate...
Early stage Alzheimer's voices / Love Stories / News and notes
by Jennifer Tinkelenberg · Published February 7, 2020 · Last modified February 10, 2020
After a grand mal seizure forced her to retire from her career as a nurse, Laura McDermott was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. She shares her frustrations and challenges, but also what brings her joy and...