COVID-19 UPDATES & RESOURCES
DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, ALZHEIMER’S ORANGE COUNTY CONTINUES TO PROVIDE THE MAJORITY OF OUR CLASSES, PROGRAMS, AND SUPPORT GROUPS ONLINE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. WE WILL CONTINUE TO BE HOST EDUCATIONAL CLASSES ONLINE VIA FACEBOOK LIVE AND ZOOM.
WE WILL CONTINUE TO MONITOR THE SITUATION AS IT EVOLVES AND LOOK FORWARD TO RESUMING OUR REGULAR PROGRAMMING AND SERVICE OFFERINGS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
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INFORMATION & RESOURCES
Meet and stay connected with other caregivers, care partners, and people living with Alzheimer’s or dementia through our online support groups.
Learn more here.
*Updated on 11/29/20
Check our latest food list for a list of grocery store hours for seniors, local food bank information and more food-related resources.
Are you caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or a similar illness? Check out this caregiving guide to learn vital information about COVID-19 to strengthen the effectiveness of your care during the outbreak. Available in English and Spanish.
Exercises for Older Adults
Get your home workout started with these simple, easy-to-follow video exercises for older adults. Read more here.
Meaningful Ways to Spend the Day While Staying At Home
See what meaningful activities you can use to pass the time and the importance of being “person-centered” and providing “contented involvement” when caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or a similar illness. Read more here.
Dementia Caregiving & Coronavirus: 9 Cognitively Stimulating Activities you can do at Home
Check out some ways to keep your mind active put together by our sister organization Alzheimer’s San Diego. View here.
Coloring Book
Relieve some stress and release your inner artist at home with this Wethos coloring book.
Virtual Tours
Visit the Natural History Museum, the Getty and other museums from around the world from the comfort of your home.
Virtual Concerts
Get your music fix by watching one of these virtual concerts. This list includes multiple genres and is regularly updated. See more.
Wellness Goals
Practice self-care and stay on top of your wellness by filling out our wellness goals card every week.
Share an encouraging thought with your family, friends, and by sending them one of our six e-cards (7″ x 5″).
Download them and send virtually or print them out and send them in the mail
*Updated 4/7/20
Save yourself a trip to the pharmacy. Check out our list of pharmacies that deliver in Orange County.
Even in times like these, scammers are taking advantage. Review the following infographics to learn what steps you take to avoid fraud and how to stay alert.
Coronavirus Testing Fraud
Click here to view and download an infographic on what to pay attention to avoid fraudulent COVID-19 test offers. Credit to California Health Advocates.
Available in multiple languages.
Medicare Fraud
Click here to view and download an infographic on how older community members can avoid Medicare scams amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Credit to California Health Advocates. Available in multiple languages.
Learn what simple steps you can do to help the elderly in your community.
*Created on 3/27/20
See which companies are offering free services and/or waiving fees due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
View the most recent information from the OC Health Care Agency.
View the most recent information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
View the most recent information from the Calfornia Department of Public Health
What is the Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
ORGANIZATION UPDATES
Update from our President and CEO (May 8)
The California State Department of Aging has made it clear all Adult Day Health Centers will be closed until further notice. While our Centers will be closed, our staff team will be calling weekly with nursing and social work support – and to connect our families in need of food and supplies.
We will allow staff not able to make those calls to volunteer at area food banks or Meals on Wheels to help our seniors and others in this crisis as part of their workday. We have made financial contributions to the Saddleback senior home delivery program as well.
PLEASE, check on your senior neighbors and friends – by phone. Drop off supplies or even a treat or two – all while following appropriate prevention guidelines.
Stay safe – and stay home. If our team can help, please call 1-844- HELPALZ.
–Jim McAleer, President and CEO
Due to the governor’s recent statement asking people over 65 to stay home, our Day Centers will ask anyone able to safely stay home to do so. For those who have no other options, we ask you to check with your doctor. We will stay open for those few people as long as we can, taking every precaution possible. Updates will be available on AlzOC.org beginning today AM.
–Jim McAleer, President and CEO
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Alzheimer’s Orange County is suspending all upcoming in-person classes, programs, and support groups through April. This decision was made following recent government emergency declarations, and follow the CDC’s recommendations to avoid large gatherings and crowds, especially for older adults, who are at an increased risk of becoming very sick from this disease.
Although AlzOC’s scheduled events will not meet in-person, we will be broadcasting selected educational classes online via Facebook Live. Please follow us on Facebook to stay up to date on upcoming Facebook Live streaming events and information on how to participate.
We will continue to monitor the situation as it evolves and look forward to resuming our regular programming and service offerings as soon as possible.
If you are in need of additional support, would like to learn more about the services and resources we provide or need someone to talk to, please call our helpline at 844-HELP-ALZ (844-435-7259).
Watch Chief Medical Office of Irvine Clinical Research and AlzOC Board Member, Dr. Dung Trinh educate viewers on what they need to know about the coronavirus (COVID-19) and steps they can take to minimize their risk.
AlzOC has made the difficult decision to postpone this year’s Gala, scheduled for March 21, 2020 at Balboa Bay Club.
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has been widely discussed on every media channel we have. Fears have grown as the number impacted internationally continues to climb. At Alzheimer’s Orange County, Acacia and South County Adult Day Centers, we believe it is important to stay calm, look at the facts, and respond accordingly.
We have developed a tiered approach to COVID – 19 based on recommendations from the CDC, the World Health Organization (WHO), partner organizations and others. As a provider of services to frail seniors, we believe it is vital for our organization to have a comprehensive plan to keep our participants, staff, volunteers and friends safe.
Our precautions include checking temperatures for anyone entering our Day Centers and disinfecting all surfaces, doorknobs, and frequently touched objects three times per day. We are respectfully asking international travelers to refrain from visiting our centers for the time being. We are working with our vendors to establish protocols for their supportive services and have established plans for staff to work from home, should it become necessary.
These are just a few examples of how we are working to keep our participants, staff and friends safe should the Corona virus spread further. We welcome your thoughts and ideas.
