According to the Orange County Older Adults Needs Assessment report created by the County of Orange, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia is the number one aging concern among older adults. This concern is well-founded, given Orange County’s growing older adult population and the fact that age is the primary risk factor for developing dementia. The information
As symptoms worsen and cognitive decline affects daily functioning, individuals with dementia may develop a common yet dangerous behavior known as wandering. Wandering is when someone with dementia walks around aimlessly or leaves home, causing stress for the person, family, and their care partner. When a person wanders, they can easily be exposed to life-threatening
Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) is one of the most misunderstood and frequently misdiagnosed forms of dementia, often mistaken for psychiatric conditions or Alzheimer’s disease. In this webinar, William J. Reiter, MSG, provides an in-depth look at FTD, exploring its unique symptoms, subtypes, and the challenges in obtaining an accurate diagnosis. This presentation is designed for healthcare
Discover how factors beyond healthcare impact individual and community well-being. In this webinar recording, you'll learn about the social determinants of health, including economic stability, education, social and community context, health care access, and the built environment. Learn about the critical role these factors play in shaping health outcomes and how they can be addressed
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Improve how you care for yourself and for others with these New Year’s resolutions for care partners, healthcare professionals, and anyone looking to make positive changes in their lives and well-being. 1) Create and Maintain a Self Care Routine Anyone that’s cared for or is caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or some other form
A monthly recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia Olive oil consumption linked with lower risk of dementia-related death Consuming olive oil is associated with lowering the risk of dementia-related death compared to rare or no consumption of it — regardless of overall diet quality — according to an NIA-funded study. Read more.
A monthly recap of the latest news about Alzheimer’s and dementia Subtle changes in speech are associated with early signs of Alzheimer’s disease in the brain Early signs of Alzheimer’s disease in the brain are linked to nuanced changes in speech patterns, according to an NIA-funded study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia. Read more.
Getting diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another related form of dementia is a big change and can be overwhelming for the individual and their loved ones. Accepting it can be difficult, but moving forward is possible. How can I help my loved one move towards acceptance? It’s not uncommon for people newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
In late 2022, the Administration of Community Living (ACL) awarded Alzheimer Orange County (AlzOC) a grant to promote the development and expansion of dementia-capable home and community-based services intended to improve the quality of life of people living with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias and their caregivers. Using this funding, AlzOC began introducing new programming
