North Bay caregiver finds connection in support groups
For Caregiver month we’re highlighting Elenita, a caregiver in the North Bay. This is the first part of a two-part series. The second part, about home safety, can be found here Elenita is the...
Category: Caregiving
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...
Difficult diagnosis leads Bay Area sisters to find the Alzheimer’s Association
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...
A tribute to our moms
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...
Get the support you need from the comfort of your home
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...
Father’s younger-onset diagnosis inspires daughter to revisit her priorities
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...
We are still here for you: A message from our Chief Program Officer
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...
Merced caregiver finds joy in little moments
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...
