On Saturday, May 18, 2024, Alzheimer’s Orange County (AlzOC) hosted its 14th Annual Caregiver Recognition Day celebration at Northgate’s corporate offices to recognize the dedication, love and hope of local care partners that participate in AlzOC’s Latino Program. 55 local care partners were recognized for their dedication to the compassionate care they provide for people
Learn about caregiver turned Alzheimer's Orange County staff member, Ben Allen and how he went from using our services to becoming an advocate for them. The following is a transcript of the video. Hi, I'm Ben Allen and I'm part of Alzheimer's, Orange County and the Memory Support Services team, and I have
2023 Annual Report Message From the CEO Creating change doesn’t happen on its own. This report is a reflection of what we can accomplish through collaboration and with the support of our partners, donors and community. For that, we’re incredibly grateful. It truly does “take a village” to support
In a move that amplifies community support for individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, Alzheimer's Orange County (AlzOC) and Somang Society have come together to unite each organization’s expertise and reach to better serve Orange County’s Korean-speaking community. The collaboration between both organizations, which have worked together before, strives to enhance
When you notice signs of memory loss beyond what’s normal or when your loved one receives some sort of dementia or mild cognitive impairment diagnosis, life can feel overwhelming. As you begin that journey, early memory loss programs like Memory University can make a world of difference in helping you and your loved one figure
Learn more about what Alzheimer's Orange County has accomplished so far this year to support Orange County caregivers and those affected by Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia. Helpline & Care Consultations 980 people called our Helpline seeking answers, referrals, and resources. We also conducted over 500 Care Consultations to provide personal guidance tailored
Alzheimer’s Orange County (AlzOC) is set to expand support services in Leisure World Seal Beach (LWSB) this Fall thanks to a new $20,000 grant from the Golden Age Foundation (GAF). This new initiative will bring much needed, life-transforming services directly to a community exclusively comprised of older adults. Leisure World Seal Beach (LWSB) is an
*Published on Jan. 5, 2021 Alzheimer’s Orange County’s (AlzOC) in partnership with the County of Orange and Fairview Developmental Center has recently been approved to open a 50-bed care facility at Fairview Developmental Center in Costa Mesa for dementia residents who are COVID-19 positive, but either have mild symptoms or are asymptomatic and do not
If you or someone you know has been experiencing memory loss, you are far from alone. An estimated 5.3 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia. Memory loss at any age can cause feelings of anxiety, fear, and sadness. Whether someone has received a formal diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment
We are living in an unprecedented time. Millions of families across the globe, and right here in Orange County, are following orders to stay home in order to protect our community and our families from the spread of a dangerous disease. For caregivers, this time brings added challenges. Some of us may have relied on
