March 13, 2022
Alzheimer's Association Helpline resources and Ginger has a birthday!
In this episode of Living with Alzheimer’s, I speak with Caitlin Goyer, Helpline Program Coordinator for Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter, about Alzheimer’s Association’s call-in helpline and the resources it provides families and caregivers.
The Alzheimer's Association provides a 24-hour dementia helpline is available at (800) 272-3900 and provides:
- Local referrals for medical professionals familiar with dementia
- Living communities for people with dementia
- Information about respite for caregivers
- Information about respite scholarships
- Informational pamphlets about dementia and caregiving best practices
- Advice for dealing with issues related to caring for someone with dementia
- Care consultation to create individualized caregiving plans
- Support groups for families and caregivers
Then we celebrate a special birthday and speak with Ginger about turning 80.
